Respiratory Nursing

Course description:  This course will provide an in-depth overview of the  physiology and pathophysiology related to the nursing care and management of an individual during the acute phase of pulmonary disorders.  

Expert Guest Speakers include a Physician, Respiratory Therapist and Physiotherapist

Course Topics:

• Anatomy & Physiology Review and Pulmonary Blood Supply
• Oxygen & Gas Transport
• Respiratory Nervous System and Respiratory Assessment
• Tracheostomy and Airway Management
• Chest Trauma, Pneumothorax, Pleural Effusion, Chest Tubes
• CHF and Pulmonary Edema
• Pulmonary Embolus,  Thoracic Surgeries
• Asthma, COPD, Bronchitis Pneumonia B
• Acid Base Balance and Blood Gas Interpretation
• Chest Physio,  Respiratory Pharmacology/Device Techniques
• CXR Interpretation and Respiratory Diagnostics

Course Length: 36hrs