Tuesdays and Thursdays 9:00 am- 1:30 am in room M130
This course will provide the student with an in-depth understanding of airway pharmacology and a general knowledge of the most common drugs used in the care of cardiopulmonary patients. The student will be instructed in the proper protective procedures both for the patients and themselves. This includes a general understanding of clinical microbiology as well as specific skills in a variety of infection control procedures.
General Education Outcomes are the knowledge, skills, abilities, attitudes, and behaviors that students are expected to develop as a result of their overall experiences with any aspect of the college, including courses, programs, and student services, both inside and outside of the classroom. The General Education Outcomes specifically learned in this course are:
- Critical Thinking
Faculty Contact Information
M121
Tuesdays and Thursdays 1:30 pm- 3:00 pm
or by appointment at a time that allows for everyone
Jackie Montemayer, M.Ed., RRT
Communication methods and expectation when face to face is not available:
Canvas e-mail is preferred way of communication. If you email Monday-Thursday, you can expect a response within 24 hours. Zoom meetings can be scheduled on an as needed basis at a time convenient to both the student and faculty.
Communication=Consideration
Course Information
At the end of this course, students will be able to:
- Apply knowledge of all respiratory medications
- Distinguish different delivery methods of respiratory medications
- Identify medications used for anesthesia and analgesia
- Determine proper infection control procedures.
- Determine which bacteria, viruses, and fungi cause respiratory diseases and what medication can treat each
- General Pharmacological
- Principles Metric System and Drug Dosage Calculations
- Pharmacology of the Autonomic Nervous System
- Medicated Aerosol Treatments
- Bronchodilators
- Mucokinetics and Surfactants
- Anti-Inflammatory and Antiasthmatic Agents
- Anti-Infective Agents
- Neuromuscular, Sedative, Anesthetic, and Analgesic Agents
- Therapeutic Medical Gases
- COPD: The Pharmacological Treatment of Asthma, Chronic Bronchitis, and Emphysema
- Pharmacologic treatment of Respiratory Infectious Disease
- Introduction to Infection Control
- Procedures Principles of Infection Control
- Microbiology and Pulmonary Infections
Integrated Cardiopulmonary Pharmacology, Seventh Edition, Colbert, Gonzolez III
Egan’s Fundamentals of Respiratory Care, Thirteenth Edition, Kacmarek, Heuer, and Stoller
Practical Math for Respiratory Care, Raymond Sibberson
Mosby’s Respiratory Care Equipment, Eleventh Edition, Cairo
Note: Many books will be used again moving forward in the program. The format of the book does not matter unless noted otherwise. If you have been in the program and have a previous edition, note that page numbers will not be accurate.
To pass this course, you will need to pass a comprehensive exam over the pharmacology portion with a 75%
or better. A second attempt will be given if necessary. If a second attempt is needed your two scores will be
averaged together as part of your overall course grade. This is not an option of an exam to be dropped within the course.
Students should expect "check-ins" periodically during units and an exam at the completion of each unit. No "check ins" will be allowed to be made up, therefore come to class on time and assure you always have access to Canvas. "Check-ins" will be worth anywhere from 3-10 points of homework. If you are not present in class during the time of a "check-in", you will receive a zero.
Any student receiving less than a 75% on a unit exam will be required to complete the following before a grade is recorded:
1. Remediate (go over the exam one-on-one with the instructor)
2. Complete a "Student Accountability" form
3. Complete an SQ3R worksheet for the NEXT unit/ chapter exam (will be used for a study guide for the next unit)
Until the above is completed, a score of zero will be recorded. If the above is not completed by the next unit/ chapter exam, there will be a 5% deduction in the failed unit/ chapter exam grade. The SQ3R worksheet must be turned in with or prior to the NEXT unit/ chapter exam.
Earn an average of 75% or better on ALL written exams and tests BEFORE other graded activities are averaged into the course grade. In the event a student does not have an average exam/ test score of 75% or better but achieves a 75% or better on a cumulative course final (if the course final is not cumulative, a special final exam will not be developed in this case), this will be considered satisfactory for the written exam/ test criteria so long as the student still meets the expectation of earning a minimum grade of "C" for the course when all grades are averaged together. A student who does not achieve an average score of 75% or better on all written exams/ tests or who does not achieve a score of 75% or better on a cumulative course final with the overall course grade of "C" or better will receive the grade determined by the average of all written exams/ tests scores.
The following weighted scale will apply:
80% Quizzes, Unit Exams, and Final
20% Classroom Participation, and Homework
Grading Scale
100-93% A
92-84% B
83-75% C
74-0% F
A "C" or better is required in this course to continue in the Respiratory Therapist Program.
Health Careers
Dean, Brad Wood; 815-802-8815; M107; bwood@kcc.edu; Division Office – W102; 815-802-8800
Attendance
Attendance at all scheduled class sessions is expected. Each unit of each class builds on previously learned material in the curriculum. Students are responsible for notifying the instructor if and why they are unable to attend class. Students are responsible to make up work missed because of an absence. If you miss more than 2 days in the semester, your final grade will drop 5%. Three marked late class days will result in one absence. Extenuating circumstances regarding absences will be reviewed and considered by course faculty on an individual basis. Hy-Flex technology will only be used in extenuating circumstances, and never during any exam review.
Learning Expectations
This course is designed to align with the competencies and professional standards outlined by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC). Active engagement in all aspects of the course- course content, instructor guidance, peer collaboration- is essential for meeting the learning outcomes expected of an entry-level respiratory care practitioner. Participation is absolutely necessary in vocational education. Therefore, you must take full responsibility for your learning.
Through Course Materials: You are responsible for completing all assigned readings, clinical practice guidelines, case studies, and multimedia resources. These materials form the knowledge base required for classroom, lab, and clinical performance. Preparation is key- come to each session ready to apply these concepts to patient scenarios and clinical decision-making.
Through the Instructor: The instructor will provide the framework for learning through lectures, demonstrations, skills labs, simulations, and feedback. You are encouraged to take an active role in asking questions, seeking clarification, and incorporating instructor feedback into your ongoing development of professional competencies.
Through Your Peers: Collaborative learning mirrors the team-based environment of modern healthcare. You are expected to participate actively and respectfully in discussions, group activities, simulations, and lab exercises. Peer-to-peer engagement supports critical thinking, and team-based problem-solving. These skills are essential for competent clinical practice.
Meeting CoARC's expectations for student learning outcomes requires that you take full responsibility for your learning by engaging consistently and professionally in all instructional settings.
Late Penalty- You will receive half credit for any homework turned in late unless it is due to an illness and turned in the next scheduled day of class.
Missed Exam- Any make-up exam will need to be taken outside of class time in the testing center. It is the student's responsibility to set this up with the instructor and testing center operating hours. Exam Make-ups - Kankakee Community College Students may only miss one exam through the semester and will not be eligible to receive any extra credit opportunities associated with the missed exam. Extenuating circumstances regarding missed exams will be reviewed and considered by course faculty on an individual basis. Note that if you do NOT have ANY missed exams (regardless the reason) your lowest exam score will be dropped. In this instance, it will be the student's responsibility to notify the instructor what exam to drop.
During Class Technology- Computers and cell phone use may be required during class time. Students should ensure their device meets Canvas requirements and has reliable internet access. During class, cell phones MUST be turned on silent unless the student has received permission from the instructor prior to the beginning of class. You will need to obtain permission from the instructor before recording class lectures. No video recording will be permitted in the classroom setting.
During Exam Technology- Exams will be given through Canvas with the use of LockDown Browser. Ensure that your device has LockDown Browser. All scratch paper used during an exam needs student's name, and turned in prior to leaving the room. If a calculator is needed, only a standard calculator may be used to mimic that of your board exam. All effort will be taken to use calculator in LockDown Browser but faculty is aware that some devices do not work. Cell phones, smart watches, and any other "smart" device MUST be properly stored in the class prior to the start of an exam.
Prior to class, the student is expected to review the assigned chapter(s) for each unit and begin working on the notes and objectives. Bring any questions on the material to class or message any time with communication expectations in mind.
Come to class with a positive attitude, a growth mindset, and willingness to learn.
Please see tentative course calendar in the modules
College Policies, Resources and Supports
For information related to the Student Code of Conduct Policy, Withdrawal Policy, Email Policy, and Non- Attendance/Non-Participation Policy, please review the college’s Code of Campus Affairs and Regulations webpage, which can be found at catalog.kcc.edu under the Academic Regulations & Conduct Guide.
KCC offers various academic and personal resources for all students. Many services are offered virtually, as well as in person. Please visit Student Resources - Kankakee Community College to access student resources services such as:
- Clubs and organizations
- Counseling and referral services
- Office of disability services
- Student complaint policy
- Transfer services
- Tutoring services, etc.
The materials on this course are only for the use of students enrolled in this course for purposes associated with this course. Further information regarding KCC's copyright policy is available at https://kcc.libguides.com/copyright.
|Course syllabus/calendar is subject to change.