The role of RTs and Nurses is evolving and growing. Historically their place to shine has been in hospital and notably in critical care. Although this is still absolutely true, and remains relevant, a broadening scope within these professions is emerging. Standing on the shoulders of home care and with the Extra Mural Program (the […]
Jun
LEARNING OBJECTIVES Upon completion of this course, you will be able to Identify, Study and Discuss: Define OSA and describe its symptoms, causes, pathology, and treatments Discuss the interactions/relationships between COR PULMONALE & OSA Identify and discuss the wide variety of sleep disorders, including their symptoms, consequences, and treatments Explain what is meant by “insomnia” […]
Learning Objectives Upon completion of this module, you will be able to: Explain what nitric oxide is and why healthcare professionals are so interested in this topic. Identify the physical and biological properties of nitric oxide. Summarize research findings regarding use of nitric oxide therapy in animals and humans. Identify and discuss the three major […]
LEARNING OBJECTIVE: BY THE END OF READING THIS LESSON, THE PRACTITIONER WILL BE ABLE TO: Compare and contrast the difference between primary acidosis and primary alkalotic states. Describe three metabolic problems. Do they result in alkalosis or acidosis? Why? Describe three respiratory problems. Do they result in acidosis or alkalosis? Why? Describe the process utilized […]
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1009 Neonatal Care: Basics
Neonatal care refers to that care given to the newborn infant from the time of delivery through about the first month of life. The term “neonate” is used for the newborn infant during this 28–30-day period. Neonatal care begins as soon as the baby is born. In fact, suctioning of the nose and mouth may […]
Jun
LEARNING OBJECTIVES Upon completion of this course, you will be able to: Define what is meant by “tuberculosis” and the Tubercle Bacillus pathogenesis process once an exposure infection occurs Identify what is meant by “Responsibility for Successful Treatment of Tuberculosis” Identify recommended treatment regimens Identify the practical aspects of patient management during treatment Identify the […]
Jun
LEARNING OBJECTIVES Upon completion of this course, you will be able to: Define what is meant by “tuberculosis” and the Tubercle Bacillus pathogenesis process once an exposure infection occurs Identify what is meant by “Responsibility for Successful Treatment of Tuberculosis” Identify recommended treatment regimens Identify the practical aspects of patient management during treatment Identify the […]
The role of RTs and Nurses is evolving and growing. Historically their place to shine has been in hospital and notably in critical care. Although this is still absolutely true, and remains relevant, a broadening scope within these professions is emerging. Standing on the shoulders of home care and with the Extra Mural Program (the […]
Learning Objectives Upon successful completion of this continuing education course, you should be able to: Identify why sleep apnea is of concern to anesthetists, explaining the various risks Describe the nature and effects of sleep and anesthesia on ventilation Identify and discuss the effect of age and other physiological variables in sleep Explain the various […]
Learning Objectives Upon successful completion of this continuing education course, you should be able to: Identify why sleep apnea is of concern to anesthetists, explaining the various risks Describe the nature and effects of sleep and anesthesia on ventilation Identify and discuss the effect of age and other physiological variables in sleep Explain the various […]
Learning Objectives Upon successful completion of this continuing education course, you should be able to: Identify why sleep apnea is of concern to anesthetists, explaining the various risks Describe the nature and effects of sleep and anesthesia on ventilation Identify and discuss the effect of age and other physiological variables in sleep Explain the various […]
Learning Objectives Upon successful completion of this course, you should be able to: -Identify and discuss the key elements of basic sleep science, including circadian biology and Sleep Neurobiology Pharmacology and Pharmacogenetics of Sleep and Waking Identify and discuss the key elements of restricted sleep, including the neurobehavioral and physiological effects – Discuss what is […]
Learning Objectives Upon successful completion of this course, you should be able to: -Identify and discuss the key elements of basic sleep science, including circadian biology and Sleep Neurobiology Pharmacology and Pharmacogenetics of Sleep and Waking Identify and discuss the key elements of restricted sleep, including the neurobehavioral and physiological effects – Discuss what is […]
Learning Objectives Upon successful completion of this course, you should be able to: -Identify and discuss the key elements of basic sleep science, including circadian biology and Sleep Neurobiology Pharmacology and Pharmacogenetics of Sleep and Waking Identify and discuss the key elements of restricted sleep, including the neurobehavioral and physiological effects – Discuss what is […]
Learning Objectives: Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to: Relate arterial blood gas results to the abnormal physiologic processes underlying cardiopulmonary dysfunction. Classify the four types of acid-base imbalance according to underlying causes. Review the body’s mechanisms of compensation for acid-base imbalance. Compare and contrast hypoxia and hypoxemia. Examine various […]
Learning Objectives: Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to: Relate arterial blood gas results to the abnormal physiologic processes underlying cardiopulmonary dysfunction. Classify the four types of acid-base imbalance according to underlying causes. Review the body’s mechanisms of compensation for acid-base imbalance. Compare and contrast hypoxia and hypoxemia. Examine various […]
LEARNING OBJECTIVE: BY THE END OF READING THIS LESSON, THE PRACTITIONER WILL BE ABLE TO: Compare and contrast the difference between primary acidosis and primary alkalotic states. Describe three metabolic problems. Do they result in alkalosis or acidosis? Why? Describe three respiratory problems. Do they result in acidosis or alkalosis? Why? Describe the process utilized […]
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201: Arterial Blood Gas: Critical Care (NURSES)
LEARNING OBJECTIVE: BY THE END OF READING THIS LESSON, THE PRACTITIONER WILL BE ABLE TO: Compare and contrast the difference between primary acidosis and primary alkalotic states. Describe three metabolic problems. Do they result in alkalosis or acidosis? Why? Describe three respiratory problems. Do they result in acidosis or alkalosis? Why? Describe the process utilized […]