JSS Academy of Higher Education & Research Mysore
- University
- Co - Education
- ESTD 2008
- Medicine
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Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) Respiratory Care Technology
B.Sc. Respiratory Care Technology
Course
Respiratory Therapists are trained to aid physicians in the evaluation, diagnosis and care of patients with cardiopulmonary problems. Such patients include those with emphysema, asthma, bronchitis, pneumonia, cardiac failure and chest trauma. Therapists perform a variety of procedures such as: Giving medication and aerosol therapy, Pulmonary function tests, Oxygen therapy, Blood gas determinations, Airway management, Mechanical ventilation. Respiratory Therapists serve as members of cardiac arrest and trauma admission teams or home care providers. They are committed to respiratory wellness and disease prevention and often are founded ministering family asthma and tobacco cessation programs.
Eligibility
Candidates who have passed 12th Science with PCB subjects are eligible to pursue this course. Minimum aggregate marks required could be anywhere around 50-55% marks.
Duration
The academic program is 3 years long. It is followed by an internship stint (6-12 months long). Each academic year is divided into two semesters. Students will face main evaluation tests in each semester.
Career Opportunities
- Respiratory care technician
- Respiratory care technologist
- Respiratory care therapist
