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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Nov
Nov
LEARNING OBJECTIVES Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to: Define what is meant by the term “circadian rhythm” Identify the role that circadian rhythms play in human life Identify potential disorders related to those rhythms and indicate their causes Identify the available treatments for disorders in circadian rhythms
What is SARS-COV-2, Covid-19? The first case of COVID-19 was reported Dec. 1, 2019, and the cause was a then-new coronavirus later named SARS-CoV-2. SARS-CoV-2 is believed to have originated in an animal and changed (mutated) causing illness in humans. In the past, other infectious disease outbreaks have been traced to viruses originating in […]
Introduction What is SARS-COV-2, Covid-19? The first case of COVID-19 was reported Dec. 1, 2019, and the cause was a then-new coronavirus later named SARS-CoV-2. SARS-CoV-2 is believed to have originated in an animal and changed (mutated) causing illness in humans. In the past, other infectious disease outbreaks have been traced to viruses originating […]
What is SARS-COV-2, Covid-19? The first case of COVID-19 was reported Dec. 1, 2019, and the cause was a then-new coronavirus later named SARS-CoV-2. SARS-CoV-2 is believed to have originated in an animal and changed (mutated) causing illness in humans. In the past, other infectious disease outbreaks have been traced to viruses originating in birds, […]
Learning Objectives: Identify the recent advances in the study of neonatal hypertension Identify the etiology and risk factors associated with neonatal hypertension Identify the associated thromboembolism associated with this hypertension Identify the renal parenchymal abnormalities associated with neonatal hypertension List the bronchial issues associated with neonatal hypertension
Learning Objectives: Identify the recent advances in the study of neonatal hypertension Identify the etiology and risk factors associated with neonatal hypertension Identify the associated thromboembolism associated with this hypertension Identify the renal parenchymal abnormalities associated with neonatal hypertension List the bronchial issues associated with neonatal hypertension
Learning Objectives: Identify the recent advances in the study of neonatal hypertension Identify the etiology and risk factors associated with neonatal hypertension Identify the associated thromboembolism associated with this hypertension Identify the renal parenchymal abnormalities associated with neonatal hypertension List the bronchial issues associated with neonatal hypertension
Kentucky, Respiratory Therapist
129: Perspectives-Determining when Medical Treatment is Futile (KENTUCKY)
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Aug
Aug
LEARNING OBJECTIVES Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to: Define what is meant by medical “futulity” Identify the individuals whose input is important in making “futulity” decisions Identify the various circumstances that can exist in which “futility” decision-making is required Discuss the role of “ethics” in futility discussions
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Aug
Aug
LEARNING OBJECTIVES Define and discuss what is meant by “sleep inertia” Explain its symptoms, epidemiology, frequency of occurrence List the potential treatments and preventive actions that can be taken regarding sleep inertia (21 pages)
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 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 […]
Kentucky, Respiratory Therapist
203: A Systematic Approach for Interpreting ECG Arrhythmias (KENTUCKY)
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Aug
Aug
LEARNING OBJECTIVES On completion of this chapter the student will have mastered the following objectives. Be able to define the term cardiac, myocardium, electrocardiogram (ECG), “heart rate”, depolarization, repolarization, arrhythmia, Sinus Rhythm, & aberrant conduction Name the heart’s four chambers. Be able to define the stages of cardiac circulation. Be able to define the components […]
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Aug
Aug
LEARNING OBJECTIVES Upon completion of this course, you will be able to: Describe the nature and scope of the problem known as “domestic violence. Discuss what is being done by the healthcare system to deal with this problem.and explain how the legal system has responded to the problem. Identify steps healthcare professionals can take to […]
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Aug
Aug
LEARNING OBJECTIVES Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to: Identify the key elements of diagnosing shoulder problems List and discuss the differences between the most common diagnoses Discuss and compare the various treatments available for shoulder problems Explain how to evaluate the merits of exercise vs. arthroscopic decompression (45 pages)
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Aug
Aug
LEARNING OBJECTIVES Upon completion of this course, you will be able to: Explain the Etiology of carpal tunnel syndrome. Identify and explain the primary care treatments for carpal tunnel syndrome. Discuss the potential outcomes of endoscopic surgery. Identify and discuss the options to surgery. (56 pages)
21
Aug
Aug
LEARNING OBJECTIVES Upon completion of this course, you will be able to: Define what is meant by “REM Behavior Disorder” (RBD) and discuss the causes. Identify and discuss the potential consequences of having RBD. Explain how RBD is diagnosed. Identify and explain the treatments available for RBD. (63 pages)
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Aug
Aug
LEARNING OBJECTIVES Upon completion of this course, you will be able to: Define and discuss the term “Jet Lag”. Explain the cause of Jet Lag. 3. Identify the steps that can be taken to prevent or minimize the effects of Jet Lag.4. List and discuss the steps that can be taken to “treat” the symptoms […]
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Aug
Aug
LEARNING OBJECTIVES Upon completion of this course, you will be able to: You will be able to explain the significance of the To Error is Human Report, and identify its highlights. You will be able to list and discuss key steps that can be taken in preventing medical errors. You will be able to discuss […]