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HomeMy WebLinkAboutRSP-260RSP-260; Spec. Topics in RC Page 1 of 11 Bergen Community College Division of Health Professions Respiratory Care Program RSP-260; Special Topics in Respiratory Care Course Information Semester and Year: Course and Sectfon Number: RSP-260-001 Meetfng Times and Locatfons: Instructor: Office Locatfon: Departmental Secretary: Office Hours: Contact informatfon: Course Description This course will focus on legal, ethical, and cultural issues in healthcare. It will address management issues, healthcare delivery and principles of reimbursement. Students will utflize case-based scenarios and simulatfons to enhance patfent management and critfcal thinking skills. Credits: 3 (3 lecture hours) Prerequisites: RSP-231, RSP-240, RSP-250 Co-requisites: RSP-235 and RSP-241 Student Learning Outcomes: As a result of meeting the requirements in this course, the student will 1. Justffy the use of cultural competency in patfent care settings. 2. Differentfate the various professional and regulatory agencies in health care. 3. Differentfate legal and ethical issues in health care. 4. Examine different patfent safety and quality improvement programs. 5. Apply administratfve skills to personnel management and supervision. 6. Describe the modules of healthcare reimbursement. Means of Assessment A student in this course is assessed through: RSP-260; Spec. Topics in RC Page 2 of 11 • Write three (3) multf-paragraph, essays that analyze issues of various topics affectfng healthcare administrators. • Two (2) NBRC-style self-assessments are used to assess critfcal thinking skill on select case scenarios. • A group presentatfon is used to assess communicatfon skills and group performance. Course Content Module Learning Outcomes Module 1 – Fundamental Concepts of Administratfon 1. Identffy basic management concepts. 2. Identffy the responsibilitfes of a health care administrator. 3. Evaluate the impact of the facility’s ability to provide services needed by its patfent populatfon. 4. Describe the various aspects of health care utflizatfon. 5. Identffy basic concepts of personnel management and supervision. 6. Module 2 – Types of Health Care Facilitfes and Services 1. Identffy the different types of health care facilitfes. 2. Enumerate the various types of services offered. 3. Compare the types of services provided to various segments of the populatfon. 4. Describe the types of services offered in different types of facilitfes. 5. Understand how telehealth has changed the delivery of care to various locatfons. Module 3 – Performance Improvement 1. Detail the methods an administrator might use to provide staff satfsfactfon and improve performance. 2. Explain the importance of a performance improvement process. 3. Integrate employee support into patfent-centered care. 4. Enumerate the elements of accountable care organizatfons. Module 4 – Patfent Safety and Quality Improvement 1. Understand the importance of quality and safety in health care facilitfes. 2. Identffy actfons that can lead to an adverse event, near miss, and unsafe conditfons in health care organizatfons. 3. Describe a never event and ways to reduce risk. 4. Understand the issues that lead to adverse events in hospitals. 5. Using root-cause analysis tools, determine a cause of problem in given situatfons. 6. Recognize the value of implementfng clinical practfce guidelines and evidence-based guidelines for improved patfent care. Module 5 – Financing Care RSP-260; Spec. Topics in RC Page 3 of 11 1. Enumerate the differences between for-profit, not-for-profit, and public health facilitfes. 2. Identffy the optfons for funding various types of facilitfes. 3. Explain how case mix and occupancy rates can be used to balance the budget of a health care facility. 4. Evaluate the impact of the facility’s relatfonship with third-party payers. 5. Describe the various methods of payment received from third-party payers. 6. Define basic reimbursement methods common to health care. Module 6 – Strategic Planning 1. Recount the benefits of creatfng and implementfng a strategic plan. 2. Identffy the components of a strategic plan. 3. Recognize the value of staff buy-in. 4. Understand how to evaluate and modify the plan, as needed. Module 7 – Legal and Regulatory Issues 1. Identffy the laws, regulatfons, and statutes affectfng health care. 2. Interpret the laws into policies and procedures necessary to comply. 3. Evaluate the impact of failure to comply. 4. Discuss professional behavior and professional misconduct in the clinical setting. 5. Identffy the regulatory agencies relatfve to the practfce of respiratory care. Module 8 – Cultural Issues in Health Care 1. Discuss cultural diversity and cultural competence in the health care setting. 2. Understand how cultural humility and cultural competence ensure a caring response. 3. Identffy sociocultural determinants of health and appreciate their impact on health outcomes. Module 9 – Ethics in Health Care 1. Define morality and ethics and distfnguish between the two. 2. Understand the need for personal moral integrity as a health are professional. 3. Define integrity and understand its relatfonship to fundamental moral beliefs and values in the health professions. 4. Describe the relatfonship of personal, group, and societal moralitfes that health professionals must integrate into their role and everyday practfce. 5. Examine the functfon of a health professions code of ethics. 6. Discuss clinical controversies and ethical issues in respiratory care. 7. List the steps used in ethical decision making. 8. Describe what a caring response involves in situatfons that require the allocatfon of scarce resources. 9. Distfnguish the contexts in which fairness and equity consideratfons apply to everyday professional practfce. Module 10 – Standardized Examinatfon and Critfcal Thinking Skills 1. Apply skills necessary for success on standardized board examinatfons. RSP-260; Spec. Topics in RC Page 4 of 11 2. Understand the difference between recall, applicatfon, and analysis level questfons on a standardized examinatfon. 3. Through simulatfon and various scenarios, a. evaluate patfent data, perform a clinical assessment, gather clinical informatfon, evaluate procedure results, and recommend diagnostfc procedures; b. assemble and troubleshoot devices, ensure infectfon preventfon, and perform quality control procedures; c. maintain a patent airway including the care of artfficial airways, perform airway clearance and lung expansion techniques, support oxygenatfon and ventflatfon, administer medicatfons and specialty gases, ensure modificatfons are made to the respiratory care plan, utflize evidence-based practfce, provide respiratory care in high- risk situatfons, assist a physician and provider in performing procedures, and conduct patfent and family educatfon. Module 11 – Art in Health Care 1. Apply observatfonal skills learned from visual art pieces to the clinical setting. 2. Analyze the pathophysiology of the subjects in various visual art pieces. 3. Identffy one’s own biases and perceptfons through the examinatfon of subjects in photographs and portraits. 4. Describe the social and cultural intersectfons of visual art. 5. Attribute visual art to an understanding of the human conditfon. 6. Develop verbal and interpersonal communicatfon skills through observatfon, descriptfon, and analysis of the visual arts. Module 12 – Planning Your New Profession 1. Describe ways to be successful during the interview. 2. Develop practfcal skills to obtain employment. 3. Understand the benefits of professional engagement and membership. 4. Discuss questfons that are commonly asked in interviews and how best to respond. 5. Discuss the various dos and don’ts of the in person and virtual interview. 6. Compare the professional and unprofessional respiratory therapist. Course Texts Required • None Recommended • LindseyJones University Home Study Guide and online resources Research, Writing, and Examination Requirements Writfng Assignments RSP-260; Spec. Topics in RC Page 5 of 11 The course will have three (3) writfng assignments covering select modules presented during class. All assignments are essay type questfons. Grading is based on a rubric. Rubric content areas include the organizatfon, synthesis and artfculate ideas and informatfon, quantfty of informatfon, structure, and citatfons. Assignments can only be uploaded in these formats: .doc, .docx, .pdf, and .rti. The preferred method is PDF. The assignments will be scored via the Turnitfn service. Turnitfn is an internet-based plagiarism detectfon service. Assignments with poor Turnitfn scores will be graded adversely. Additfonally, the assignment is checked for spelling, grammar, usage, mechanics, and style. NBRC-style Self-Assessment Examinatfon Students will complete two (2) NBRC-style self-assessment examinatfons. One SAE is randomized from the Lindsey-Jones review course and the second requires purchase from the NBRC. A passing score is the current three-year program average. Group Presentatfon In assigned groups, students will prepare a review of material related to NBRC patfent-based scenarios or simulatfons. The material must cover the knowledge, questfon response strategies, critfcal thinking for items on the NBRC matrix. Grading Policy Grade Determinatfons Assessments Points Writfng Assignment 1 70 Writfng Assignment 2 70 Writfng Assignment 3 70 Self-Assessment Exams TMC 1 140 Self-Assessment Exams TMC 2 140 Presentatfon 35 Total points 525 Grade Scheme Letter Description Range A The student must show superior theoretfcal knowledge. 93 – 100 B+ The student must merit high-quality classroom work and theoretfcal knowledge. 88 – 92.9 B The student must show above-average knowledge. 83 – 87.9 C+ The student meets the standard of achievement with reasonable knowledge. 78 – 82.9 F The student fails to meet minimum course standards. <78 RSP-260; Spec. Topics in RC Page 6 of 11 Missed Assessments and Late Work Missed assessments will be penalized with a grade being no greater than seventy-eight percent (78%). Assessments must be submitted before the last scheduled class. In-class actfvitfes cannot be reconciled because of the evaluatfon method partfcipatory and will be recorded as zero (0). All coursework must be completed before the last scheduled class. If an assessment or assignment is not completed before the last scheduled class day, a grade of zero (0) will be recorded. Writfng Rubric Criteria Develop, organize, synthesize, and artfculate ideas and informatfon. Well-organized analysis and substantfal evidence of synthesis of informatfon. Ideas and informatfon are artfculate and well presented. Organized analysis but with limited evidence of synthesis of informatfon. Ideas and informatfon are acceptable, and presentatfon is satfsfactory. A minimal attempt at organizing analysis and synthesis of informatfon. Ideas and informatfon are lacking, not descriptfve, and vague. Fair presentatfon of informatfon. 26 points 23 points 20 points Quantfty of informatfon presented. All topics are addressed, and all questfons answered. Most topics are addressed, and most questfons answered. Two or more topics were not addressed. Questfons not answered. 20 points 18 points 16 points Organizatfon Paragraph constructfon (grammar and style). Informatfon is highly organized with a good flow of paragraphs and subheadings. All paragraphs include introductory sentence, explanatfons, or details, and concluding sentence. Informatfon is organized but lacks good reading flow. Paragraphs included related informatfon but were typically not constructed well. Long paragraphs or run-on sentences. The informatfon is disorganized. Paragraphing structure was not clear, and sentences were not typically related within the paragraphs. 16 points 14 points 12 points Citatfons Researched, supported, and correctly quoted, paraphrased, and cited. Generally researched, supported, but incorrectly quoted, paraphrased, or cited. No research, not supported and not quoted, paraphrased, or cited. 8 points 4 points 0 points Total Points 70 points 59 points 48 points Academic Integrity Policy and Attendance Policy Academic Integrity RSP-260; Spec. Topics in RC Page 7 of 11 Academic dishonesty is a serious violatfon of BCC policy and personal ethics and will be treated as such if the reason for suspicion should arise. Students should be careful to avoid plagiarism, falsificatfon, and compliance. Academic integrity is vital to an academic community and for fair evaluatfon of student assessments. All assessments submitted must be your own, completed in accordance with the college’s academic policies and the student code of conduct. You may not engage in unauthorized collaboratfon or make use of any artfficial intelligence (AI) compositfon systems. Academic dishonesty also includes cheatfng on examinatfons. Refer to the BCC student code of conduct, student handbook for additfonal informatfon, and the statement on plagiarism (https://catalog.bergen.edu/content.php?catoid=4&navoid=163#academic-dishonesty). BCC Attendance Policy All students are expected to attend punctually every scheduled meetfng of each course for which they are registered. Attendance and lateness policies and sanctfons are to be determined by the instructor or program policy. The instructor will keep attendance for administratfve and counseling purposes. Class attendance and student partfcipatfon are essentfal to the successful completfon of this course. Course Attendance Policy Attendance and punctuality in all class sessions is required. Attendance for lectures is factored into the total grade for the course. Two (2) points are deducted for every absence. One (1) point is deducted if the student arrives after the attendance is recorded. If you are late, be sure to see the professor in that class so the absence can be corrected to a lateness. Departmental Policy Statements • Acceptable quality of work and mature behavior is always expected from every student. Students are regarded as professionals and are expected to conduct themselves accordingly. • High standards of professional performance demand that students maintain good academic progress throughout their course of study in the program. • Students demonstratfng chronic tardiness or absenteeism will be placed on academic warning or probatfon and may be subjected to terminatfon from the program. • Absence from a class during a scheduled exam will be subject to the policy of the instructor for that specific course. If the student is going to miss a scheduled exam it is expected that the student will contact the instructor ahead of tfme by e-mail. • All students are required to adhere to the policies and procedures of the school as outlined in the college catalogue. • Additfonal department policies are in the Student Policies and Procedures Manual. • Remediatfon o The program’s defined process for addressing deficiencies in a student’s knowledge, skills, professional behavior, and competencies so that the correctfon of these deficiencies can be ascertained and documented. The program must conduct these evaluatfons equitably and with sufficient frequency to facilitate prompt identfficatfon of learning deficiencies and the development of a means for their remediatfon within a suitable tfme frame. o The remediatfon process is initfated by faculty when any student is at risk of failing a course due to difficulty accomplishing course objectfves and / or requirements. At risk behaviors include academic deficiency (non-passing quiz, examinatfon, laboratory RSP-260; Spec. Topics in RC Page 8 of 11 competency), lack of clinical competency (not abiding by policy and procedures, unsafe behavior), and lapses in professional conduct. Support Services • The program faculty maintains office hours for counseling and is available to provide tutorial assistance to students. • Students must make appointments in advance to meet with the respectfve instructors. • Students may also obtain assistance from the College Tutoring Center. Appointments must be made in advance through this center. • The College has a personal counseling center for those students who may need personal assistance. Appointments are made directly through this center. • Any problems, concerns, or questfons should be directed to the course instructor or the student’s advisor. • Statement on Civility o Refer to the Standards of Conduct Subsectfon found in the Student Judicial Affairs Policies & Procedures Sectfon found in the Student Handbook. • Academic Integrity o Refer to the Academic Integrity Subsectfon; found in the Academic Regulatfons. • Other possible College, Divisional, or Departmental Policy Statements to be referenced. o ADA statement. ▪ Students with documented disabilitfes who require accommodatfons by the American with Disabilitfes Act (ADA) can request support services from the Office of Specialized Service of Bergen Community College located in room L-115 of the Pitkin Learning Center. (www.bergen.edu/oss) o Sexual Harassment statement. o Statement on acceptable use of BCC technology. • Student and Faculty Support Services o List support services, e.g., the Writfng Center, the Math Lab, the Tutorial Center, Online Writfng Lab (OWL), Office of Specialized Services, etc. • BCC Library o The Sidney Silverman Library is committed to providing a quiet, welcoming, respectiul atmosphere conducive to study and research in an environment that is comfortable, clean, and safe. The use of the library will be beneficial in providing resources on researching topic informatfon, citatfon styles, finding current artfcles among many other media services available. General Course Expectations Students are expected to: • Use their BCC email address when emailing the instructor and fellow students. • Interact during class and complete in-class actfvitfes. • Review and follow the course calendar concerning topic discussions. RSP-260; Spec. Topics in RC Page 9 of 11 • Submit assignments in Canvas according to the syllabus deadlines. • Utflize the Course Q&A forum to post questfons for the instructor to answer. • Purchase or rent the course textbooks. Faculty are expected to: • Respond within 24 hours of a communicatfon request (except Thursdays, weekends, or holidays). • Ensure all assignments are available and complete. • Monitor discussion boards and replies, as necessary. • Adhere to the course calendar. • Include grading rubrics for key class assignments (posted within Canvas). RSP-260; Spec. Topics in RC Page 10 of 11 Course Schedule Module Date Topic Readings and Pre-Class Activities Class Activities and Assessments Module 1 Fundamental Concepts of Administratfon Intro to Standardized Examinatfon and Critfcal Thinking Skills Review lecture presentatfon Evaluatfng the NBRC SAE Exam Polling assessment questfons Examining the NBRC matrix Module 2 Types of Healthcare Facilitfes and Services Review lecture presentatfon Polling assessment questfons Module 10 Standardized Examinatfon and Critfcal Thinking Skills Evaluatfng the NBRC SAE Exam Complete assigned TMC exam Module 3 Performance Improvement Review lecture presentatfon Polling assessment questfons Module 4 Patfent Safety and Quality Improvement Review lecture presentatfon Polling assessment questfons Module 5 Financing Health Care Review lecture presentatfon Reimbursement, payment systems, budgets Polling assessment questfons Module 6 Strategic Planning Egan chapter 7 Review lecture presentatfon Writing assignment 1 – Health Care Administration Polling assessment questfons Spring break Module 10 Standardized Examinatfon and Critfcal Thinking Skills Evaluatfng the NBRC SAE Exam Complete assigned TMC exam Module 7 Legal and Regulatory Issues Egan chapter 5 Handouts Review lecture presentatfon Writing assignment 1 due Writing assignment 2 – Legal and Regulatory Issues Polling assessment questfons Module 8 Cultural Issues in Health Care Review lecture presentatfon Cultural diversity Polling assessment questfons Module 9 Standardized Examinatfon and Critfcal Thinking Skills Complete assigned TMC exam Secured exam RSP-260; Spec. Topics in RC Page 11 of 11 Module 10 Ethics in Health Care Egan chapter 5 Handouts Review lecture presentatfon Writing assignment 2 due Writing assignment 3 –Ethics in Health Care Polling assessment questfons Module 9 Art in Health Care Guest Polling assessment questfons Module 11 Ethics in Health Care Module 12 Planning Your New Profession Dress for success Writing assignment 3 due Resume and CV Writfng Specialty exams (NPS, ACCS, AE- C, CTTS, etc.) Baccalaureate degree and degree advancement Note to Students: This course schedule is subject to change depending upon the progress of the course. All material will be covered, and students are responsible for the content.