Pulmonary Function Tests: Spirometry (PFT)/ Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy/ Basic Concepts of ECG
| Course Id | 230822 |
| Course Name | Pulmonary Function Tests: Spirometry (PFT)/ Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy/ Basic Concepts of ECG |
| Course Catagory | Respiratory Care |
| Course Price | 33.54 |
| Course CEU | 3 |
Course Objectives
Upon successful completion of this module, you will be able to:
- Module 1: Spirometry and Pulmonary Function Testing
- Identify and discuss spirogram acceptability criteria.
- Demonstrate how to interpret spirograms.
- Explain how to classify obstructive ventilatory defects by severity.
- Identify and discuss how to recognize flow-volume loops that suggest upper airway obstruction.
- Module 2: Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
- Identify and discuss the uses and the relative and absolute contraindications of hyperbaric oxygen (HBO) therapy.
- Identify and explain the concepts and physiology underlying HBO therapy, as well as potential side effects.
- List and discuss the key elements of planning and implementing care for pre- and posttreatment patients.
- Module 3: Basic Concepts of Electrocardiography
- Identify and define key terms associated with ECG.
- Differentiate between 'rate' and 'rhythm.'
- List and discuss the criteria for hypertrophy.
- Explain how to identify an infarct on an ECG tracing.