CEU Courses for Respiratory Therapists

This introductory course introduces mechanical ventilation concepts, including lung mechanics related to resistance and compliance. Evidence-based methods for respiratory mechanics measurement are discussed, along with identifying early signs of pulmonary deterioration and best practice goals for management.

In this course, we discuss how to unlock your leadership potential by mastering the art of resourceful leadership. Education is provided on learning to leverage available assets, adapt to change, and drive meaningful impact in your organization, empowering you to lead with resilience and create lasting change.

The latest ESICM guidelines on defining, classifying, and supporting ARDS are reviewed in this journal club presentation. Diagnostic criteria, phenotypic categories, ventilator/oxygenation best practices, and clinical translation will be discussed.

Auto-PEEP, or Auto-Positive End-Expiratory Pressure, In respiratory therapy, is a critical phenomenon where insufficient time is allowed for complete exhalation, leading to an accumulation of air in the lungs before the next breath, potentially causing complications such as barotrauma and compromising oxygenation. The introductory course explores the determination of Auto-PEEP using extended methods, providing insights into the research on its identification and potential treatment measures.

In this course, we discover how effective coaching can foster collaboration, enhance performance, and elevate patient care within healthcare organizations. The course reviews how to learn to harness coaching skills and strategies to inspire clinical teams, navigate challenges, and drive a culture of excellence.

Healthcare professionals of all disciplines are often asked to be patient and family educators without much training or guidance as to how to best communicate critical information. This course utilizes a case review format to provide participants with the tools they need to understand health literacy, identify potential limitations in health literacy, and implement strategies to accommodate learning and literacy differences in our patients and their family members.

For respiratory therapists, an electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) serves as a valuable diagnostic tool to assess the cardiac function of patients. While respiratory therapists primarily focus on the respiratory system, they often encounter patients with cardiopulmonary conditions, where understanding cardiac activity is crucial. The lecture introduces electrocardiogram interpretation and case studies, reviewing ECG interpretation and management strategies.

The pulmonary function testing (PFT) course reinforces key considerations in PFT interpretation. The course utilizes interactive discussion providing multiple opportunities to practice interpretation of simple spirometry and complete pulmonary function tests.

The course focuses on a comprehensive review of neonatal cardiac defects, prevalent congenital cardiac anomalies, and analysis of their specific anatomical intricacies. Course reviews the pivotal role played by respiratory therapists in the care and management of patients with these defects.

An overview for healthcare professionals about Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders is provided in this course. Characteristics of the dementias, such as symptoms, progression, and how they are diagnosed, are described. Care planning strategies for improving communication with patients and families, understanding and managing behavioral challenges, and promoting independence are also discussed.