Asthma, As a Disease State, 3rd Edition
19.95
About the Course:
This is an intermediate-level course geared toward respiratory therapists and all healthcare professionals who care for individuals with asthma. Up-to-date information regarding the definition of asthma, its pathology and interventions are provided.
Learning Objectives:
• Define asthma and discuss its incidence and prevalence rates.
• Describe the pathological changes characteristic of asthma.
• Identify common clinical presentation of asthmatic exacerbation.
• Explain the mechanisms of common pharmacological agents used in the treatment of asthma.
• Discuss the criteria for hospital admission and indications and guidelines for mechanical ventilation in the asthmatic exacerbations.
About the Authors:
Traci Marin, PhD, MPH, RRT, RPGST, is an assistant research professor and program director for the Department of Cardiopulmonary Sciences, Schools of Allied Health and Medicine at Loma Linda University. She is also an adjunct researcher and advisor at the Department of Medicine at John Shyy Lab at the University of California, San Diego as well as the founder of Tranquility Community Health. Traci received her doctoral degree from the University of California, Riverside in biochemistry and molecular biology and her Bachelor of Science degree from Loma Linda University in emergency medical care.
Kenneth Miller MEd, MSRT RRT-NPS, ACCS, AC-E FAARC has worked in respiratory care for the past forty-five years. He has been responsible for the clinical management of patients receiving non-invasive and invasive ventilation. He has worked as a staff ICU respiratory therapist, clinical coordinator and the past twenty-five years as the clinical educator and research coordinator of respiratory care services. Ken has lectured at the local, regional, and national levels and has authored a number of peer journal and textbook articles. Ken was recently awarded fellowship status in the American Association of Respiratory Care (AARC)
How to Receive Credit:
• Read the entire course online or in print.
• Answer the final examination questions at the end of the course. A passing grade of 75% is required. Test questions link content to learning objectives as a method to enhance individualized learning and material retention.
• Provide required personal information and payment information. • Complete the mandatory course evaluation.
• Print your Certificate of Completion.
Resolution of Conflict of Interest:
Colibri Healthcare, LLC implemented mechanisms prior to the planning and implementation of the continuing education activity, to identify and resolve conflicts of interest for all individuals in a position to control content of the course activity.
Sponsorship/Commercial Support and Non-Endorsement:
It is the policy of Colibri not to accept commercial support. Furthermore, commercial interests are prohibited from distributing or providing access to this activity to learners.
Disclaimer:
The information provided in this activity is for continuing education purposes only and is not meant to substitute for the independent medical judgment of a healthcare provider relative to diagnostic and treatment options of a specific patient’s medical condition.
©2022: All Rights Reserved. Materials may not be reproduced without the expressed written permission or consent of Colibri Healthcare, LLC. The materials presented in this course are meant to provide the consumer with general information on the topics covered. The information provided was prepared by professionals with practical knowledge of the areas covered. It is not meant to provide medical, legal, or professional advice. Colibri Healthcare, LLC recommends that you consult a medical, legal, or professional services expert licensed in your state. Colibri Healthcare, LLC has made all reasonable efforts to ensure that all content provided in this course is accurate and up to date at the time of printing but does not represent or warrant that it will apply to your situation nor circumstances and assumes no liability from reliance on these materials. Quotes are collected from customer feedback surveys. The models are intended to be representative and not actual customers.
This is an intermediate-level course geared toward respiratory therapists and all healthcare professionals who care for individuals with asthma. Up-to-date information regarding the definition of asthma, its pathology and interventions are provided.
Learning Objectives:
• Define asthma and discuss its incidence and prevalence rates.
• Describe the pathological changes characteristic of asthma.
• Identify common clinical presentation of asthmatic exacerbation.
• Explain the mechanisms of common pharmacological agents used in the treatment of asthma.
• Discuss the criteria for hospital admission and indications and guidelines for mechanical ventilation in the asthmatic exacerbations.
About the Authors:
Traci Marin, PhD, MPH, RRT, RPGST, is an assistant research professor and program director for the Department of Cardiopulmonary Sciences, Schools of Allied Health and Medicine at Loma Linda University. She is also an adjunct researcher and advisor at the Department of Medicine at John Shyy Lab at the University of California, San Diego as well as the founder of Tranquility Community Health. Traci received her doctoral degree from the University of California, Riverside in biochemistry and molecular biology and her Bachelor of Science degree from Loma Linda University in emergency medical care.
Kenneth Miller MEd, MSRT RRT-NPS, ACCS, AC-E FAARC has worked in respiratory care for the past forty-five years. He has been responsible for the clinical management of patients receiving non-invasive and invasive ventilation. He has worked as a staff ICU respiratory therapist, clinical coordinator and the past twenty-five years as the clinical educator and research coordinator of respiratory care services. Ken has lectured at the local, regional, and national levels and has authored a number of peer journal and textbook articles. Ken was recently awarded fellowship status in the American Association of Respiratory Care (AARC)
How to Receive Credit:
• Read the entire course online or in print.
• Answer the final examination questions at the end of the course. A passing grade of 75% is required. Test questions link content to learning objectives as a method to enhance individualized learning and material retention.
• Provide required personal information and payment information. • Complete the mandatory course evaluation.
• Print your Certificate of Completion.
Resolution of Conflict of Interest:
Colibri Healthcare, LLC implemented mechanisms prior to the planning and implementation of the continuing education activity, to identify and resolve conflicts of interest for all individuals in a position to control content of the course activity.
Sponsorship/Commercial Support and Non-Endorsement:
It is the policy of Colibri not to accept commercial support. Furthermore, commercial interests are prohibited from distributing or providing access to this activity to learners.
Disclaimer:
The information provided in this activity is for continuing education purposes only and is not meant to substitute for the independent medical judgment of a healthcare provider relative to diagnostic and treatment options of a specific patient’s medical condition.
©2022: All Rights Reserved. Materials may not be reproduced without the expressed written permission or consent of Colibri Healthcare, LLC. The materials presented in this course are meant to provide the consumer with general information on the topics covered. The information provided was prepared by professionals with practical knowledge of the areas covered. It is not meant to provide medical, legal, or professional advice. Colibri Healthcare, LLC recommends that you consult a medical, legal, or professional services expert licensed in your state. Colibri Healthcare, LLC has made all reasonable efforts to ensure that all content provided in this course is accurate and up to date at the time of printing but does not represent or warrant that it will apply to your situation nor circumstances and assumes no liability from reliance on these materials. Quotes are collected from customer feedback surveys. The models are intended to be representative and not actual customers.