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Apnea Testing for Respiratory Care
Presented by Duane Reed, EdD, RRT, RCP
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Course: #2522Level: Introductory1 Hour
The purpose of this course is to provide respiratory therapists with a current review on apnea testing for suspected brain death in patients with severe trauma and neurological injury. The course discusses evidence-based guidance for apnea testing and monitoring.

Understanding Difficult Airway Management and Interventions in Pediatrics for the Respiratory Care Practitioner
Presented by Eric Gantwerker, MD
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Course: #2410Level: Introductory1 Hour
This presentation addresses pediatric populations and conditions affecting difficult airway management. The webinar outlines the best treatment approaches for managing complex patients who can no longer be intubated or ventilated, as well as advanced airway devices utilized in difficult airway situations.

Cystic Fibrosis: A Comprehensive Overview
Presented by Prigi Varghese, MSN, APRN, CPNP-PC
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Course: #2501Level: Intermediate1 Hour
Cystic Fibrosis is a complex diagnosis that affects multi-organ systems and requires management and care from a multidisciplinary team. This webinar addresses pathophysiology, diagnosis, management of pulmonary and non-pulmonary symptoms. Current and emerging cystic fibrosis therapies are discussed.

High Flow Nasal Oxygen: What’s What!
Presented by Jessica Fino, EdD, RRT
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Course: #2510Level: Intermediate1 Hour
This course provides a review of high flow oxygen devices to include models such as Optiflow, Air-vo, and Vapotherm. In addition, this course discusses the clinical guidelines, benefits, and limitations of these devices and their comparison to traditional high flow devices and non-invasive support.

Drug Agents for Respiratory Care
Presented by Duane Reed, EdD, RRT, RCP
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Course: #2495Level: Introductory1 Hour
This introductory course provides a foundational review of the pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of general respiratory drug agents in current use. The course focuses on the classification, mechanism of action, and therapeutic effects.

Back to Basics: Respiratory Care Pharmacology
Presented by Duane Reed, EdD, RRT, RCP
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Course: #2485Level: Introductory1 Hour
This course provides an overview of respiratory pharmacology, including a discussion on the pharmacology effects on the nervous system, along with the management of most common airway issues.

Back to Basics: Common Modes of Mechanical Ventilation and Applications
Presented by Duane Reed, EdD, RRT, RCP
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Course: #2473Level: Introductory1 Hour
This introductory course provides a general review on the three common modes of mechanical ventilation, Assist Control (Volume and Pressure) Synchronized Intermittent Mandatory Ventilation (SIMV), and Pressure Support (PS).

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.

Revisiting Adverse Childhood Experiences: Is This the Key to Managing COPD
Presented by Tammy Kurszewski, DHSc, RRT-ACCS
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Course: #2457Level: Introductory1 Hour
A landmark study conducted by Kaiser-Permanente established a solid relationship between adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and the development of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). This interactive lecture will provide an overview of the findings from this study as well as current literature associated with the topic. An advanced discussion will challenge those providers in post-acute settings to evaluate opportunities to break the cycle of disease and improve quality-of-life for our at-risk population through education and empowerment.

Acute Non-Invasive Ventilation
Presented by Rena Laliberte, BS, RRT, CPFT
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Course: #2451Level: Intermediate1.5 Hours
This course focuses on the application of non-invasive ventilation in acutely ill patients, and the reasons NIV fails despite the evidence-based research. The presentation provides patient identification, treatment, and initiation parameters, along with titration, weaning, HFNC therapy options based on current evidence.