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Tracheostomy And Aerodigestive Disorders CEU Courses for Respiratory Therapists

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Upper Respiratory Tract Series: Pediatric Recurrent Respiratory Papilloma (RRP) and Glottic Tumors
Presented by Eric Gantwerker, MD
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Course: #1590Level: Intermediate1 Hour
Recurrent respiratory papilloma (RRP) and glottic tumors are reviewed in the upper respiratory tract series. The course focuses on best practice management and outcomes.

Upper Respiratory Tract Series: Laryngomalacia and Vocal Cord Paresis/Paralysis in Pediatrics
Presented by Eric Gantwerker, MD, MS, MMSc (Med Ed), FACS
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Course: #1522Level: Intermediate1 Hour
Laryngomalacia and vocal cord paresis/paralysis are reviewed in the upper respiratory tract series. The course focuses on best practice management and outcomes.

Upper Respiratory Tract Series: Nasal Pathologies in the Neonatal Population
Presented by Eric Gantwerker, MD
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Course: #1520Level: Intermediate1 Hour
Various pathologic conditions can cause nasal airway obstruction in infants and children. The course reviews the atypical anatomy of nasal obstructions, including pyriform aperture stenosis, mid vault, and choanal atresia, and their impact on the upper respiratory tract. Additionally, the course focuses on evidence-based advances and surgical management.

Laryngectomy Interdisciplinary Education
Presented by Jodi Knott, MS, CCC-SLP BCS-S
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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.

Aspiration Pneumonia: Who Gets Sick and How Can We Help?
Presented by Angela Mansolillo, MA, CCC-SLP, BCS-S
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Course: #2462Level: Intermediate1 Hour
Every aspiration event does not inevitably lead to aspiration pneumonia and treatment teams can have an impact on risk reduction. This course enables clinicians in identifying the clients on their caseload who are at higher risk for respiratory illness and in implementing interventions for oral hygiene, head of bed elevation, nutrition, and hydration.

Evaluation and Management of Laryngeal Clefts
Presented by Eric Gantwerker, MD
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Course: #2465Level: Intermediate1 Hour
This course examines the associated etiologies of laryngeal clefts. The course presents guidelines for evaluation, treatment, and postoperative management of laryngeal clefts.

Basics in Pediatric Airway Surgery for the Respiratory Care Practitioner
Presented by Eric Gantwerker, MD
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Course: #2424Level: Introductory1 Hour
The presentation addresses principles and pathology for pediatric airway surgeries. The webinar describes laryngeal and tracheal anatomy, surgical options for reconstruction, and effective strategies for postoperative management.

Care of the Tracheostomy Patient for the Respiratory Care Practitioner: Part 2
Presented by Eric Gantwerker, MD
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Course: #2404Level: Introductory1 Hour
This is Part 2 of a three-part series in pediatric airway management. This course describes the changes in airway physiology, impact on swallow function, and aspiration-related risk factors associated with a tracheostomy. Additionally, the course discusses one-way valves and potential benefits for communication and hearing development in pediatrics.

Care of the Tracheostomy Patient for the Respiratory Care Practitioner: Part 3
Presented by Eric Gantwerker, MD
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Course: #2406Level: Intermediate1 Hour
This is Part 3 of a three-part series in pediatric airway management. This course orients the role of RTs in multidisciplinary team care of the tracheostomy patient. It provides an overview of standardized care, decannulation recommendations, and discusses future models for trach care.

Care of the Tracheostomy Patient for the Respiratory Care Practitioner: Part 1
Presented by Eric Gantwerker, MD
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Course: #2408Level: Intermediate1 Hour
This is Part 1 of a three-part series on pediatric airway management. This course orients respiratory therapists on the history and clinical indications for tracheostomies. It provides a review of the upper airway anatomy and discusses considerations in surgery, associated stages of complications, and phases of care.