RTH 135 - Diagnostic and Therapeutic Procedures I

Credit Hours: 2

Focuses on the purpose, implementation, and evaluation of equipment and procedures used in the diagnosis and therapeutic management of patients with cardiopulmonary disease. Explores baseline personal health as it relates to the development and recognition of respiratory diseases or disorders.

Lecture Hours: Lecture 1 hour per week.
Recitation and Laboratory Hours: Laboratory 3 hours per week.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall Only
Prerequisites: Completion of the Health Science Career Studies Certificate Respiratory Therapy pathway and acceptance into pre-clinical courses.
Notes: An additional career and technical education course specific fee of $50.00 per credit hour applies to this course. The price is discounted 50% to $25.00 per credit hour for the 2026-2027 academic year only.