Basic Assessment & Monitoring Lab (RT 102L)

Term: 2026-2027 School Year Fall Term

Faculty

Derick W Johnson
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I have been a dedicated Respiratory therapist since 2012 with extensive experience across a wide range of clinical settings.  Proven expertise in all facets of respiratory care, including ICU, Pediatrics, NICU, emergency medicine, hyperbaric oxygen, sleep medicine, Pulmonary functions, with a background in cardiology and EEGs.  Formal training in ECMO as part of the Acute Lung Rescue Team and deployed with multinational healthcare personnel in a combat setting.  I have held leadership roles including Charge Respiratory Therapist and Department Supervisor, providing clinical oversight, staff coordination, and operational support.  

Outside of professional life, I enjoy woodworking, homesteading, and an out-door-focused lifestyle.  I find balance and fulfillment in hands on craftmanship, self-sufficiency, and time spend in nature.  

Schedule

Mon-Tue, 1:30 PM - 3:10 PM (8/24/2026 - 12/11/2026) Location: SF SULLI 107

Description

Students will engage in a comprehensive hands-on exploration of standard diagnostic instruments, including spirometers, pulse oximeters, and capnographs, and will practice interpreting key indicators such as lung volumes, blood oxygen levels, breath sounds and carbon dioxide concentrations. Prerequisite: MATH 103 or MATH 114, HC 118, HC 118L Corequisite: RT 102