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Clinical Practice CEU Courses for Respiratory Therapists

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Assessment and Management of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
Presented by Kendrea Garand, PhD, CScD, CCC-SLP, BCS-S, CBIS, CCRE
Video
Course: #1579Level: Intermediate2 Hours
A comprehensive overview of how Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) impacts speech, swallowing, and breathing performance. The course reviews best practices for assessment and current evidence to guide the management of bulbar and respiratory dysfunctions.

Minding the Gaps in Safe Patient Transport - RT and EMS Joint Taskforce Series: Collaboration, Communication and Care Management
Presented by Nancy Nathenson, RRT, Melissa Gulizia, BS, RRT, Joe Wiebold, CCEMT-P, Corey Mohnike, BS, RRT-ACCS
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Course: #1557Level: Intermediate1.5 Hours
Continuity of safe patient transport requires specialized care and key elements in building relationships between RT, EMS, and Medical Transport within the community. The course delivers an in-depth look at the relationship between RT and EMS skilled providers' experience and decisions in transferring complex pulmonary patients as they strove to keep them safe. Education and training needs, communication tools, potential risks, and care strategies for the best possible outcomes are examined.

Speaking Valves for Respiratory Care
Presented by Duane Reed, EdD, RRT, RCP
Video
Course: #1596Level: Introductory1 Hour
This introductory course reviews speaking valves management for patients with tracheostomies on and off mechanical ventilation. The course reviews the various speaking valves available, changes in the anatomy and physiology of the upper airway, benefits, and assessment for use, and monitoring procedures.

Building Rapport - Connecting for Success
Presented by Katie O'Shea, PT, DPT, GCS,CDP, CCRP
Video
Course: #2641Level: Introductory2 Hours
Connecting with people is both a professional and personal skill we use daily. The pandemic has allowed for significant growth in the depth of our connections and network in the virtual space. However, the transition from the virtual world back to the in-person clinic has led to challenges in engagement and rapport. This course provides clarity to building rapport by helping clinicians identify signs of disengagement, and provide strategies for creating meaningful interactions.

Determination of Neurologic Death
Presented by Thoma Nakagawa, MD, FAAP, FCCM
Video
Course: #2639Level: Intermediate1 Hour
This intermediate course focuses on providing current guidelines on neurologic death. Discussion includes factors that impact the determination of neurologic death for infants, children and adults.

End of Life Care: More Than Just Patients and Families
Presented by Thoma Nakagawa, MD, FAAP, FCCM
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Course: #2634Level: Intermediate1 Hour
This intermediate course provides a comprehensive examination of end-of-life care, emphasizing its impact on patients, families, and healthcare teams. Participants explore the roles and responsibilities of healthcare providers, gain insights into organ donation and resuscitation, and appreciate the significance of supporting the healthcare team.

Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Anxiety: What is the Connection?
Presented by Kelvin Imo, DDS, IAOS-Diplomate Candidate
Video
Course: #2645Level: Introductory1 Hour
Evidence in current research suggests sleep apnea and anxiety are connected, creating ongoing consequences for an individual's quality of life if left untreated. The course discusses the interrelationship between the two disorders and the recognition of high-risk groups for practitioners providing care.

Experience: Revisiting the Patient Perspective
Presented by Tim Gilmore, PhD, RRT, RRT-ACCS, RRT-NPS, CPFT, AE-C
Video
Course: #2617Level: Intermediate1 Hour
This intermediate course provides emphasis and an overview of various detrimental stimuli during a patient’s acute care length of stay. The course is designed to provide the listener with a concentrated perspective over what influences a patient’s overall experience and outcome in a clinical setting.

Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis: A Deadly Progressive Fibrotic Lung Disease
Presented by Anoop Nambiar, MD, MS
Video
Course: #2609Level: Advanced1 Hour
Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis is a progressive fibrotic lung disease affecting individuals worldwide. This advanced course provides familiarity with current literature findings in epidemiology, pathology, and diagnosis of IPF. In addition, this course reviews future therapeutic directions and clinical applications for best practice and management.

Laryngectomy Interdisciplinary Education
Presented by Jodi Knott, MS, CCC-SLP BCS-S
Video
Course: #2607Level: Introductory1 Hour
This total laryngectomy course discusses identifying anatomical changes and caring for a stoma. This introductory course reviews medical equipment available for optimizing pulmonary function following a laryngectomy.