Course Code: REL-ACU-0-ADDRT
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2024
Learning Objectives:
Explain the use of each type of aerosol generating device, including less common devices, and the benefits and drawbacks of each.
Explain methods for effective and efficient aerosol delivery.
Identify medications requiring special safety precautions for aerosol delivery.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Section 2: Aerosols
What is an Aerosol?
Why Do We Use Aerosols?
Respiratory Anatomy
Why is Particle Size Significant?
How Are Aerosol Particles Deposited in the Lungs?
How Do We Know This Works?
Are There Hazards Associated with Aerosols?
Tyler’s Story
Summary
Section 3: Nebulizers
What is a Nebulizer?
Pneumatic Jet Nebulizers
Ultrasonic Nebulizers
Mesh Nebulizers
Alan’s Story
Waste Reducing Nebulizers
Smart Nebulizers
Continuous Nebulizers
Bland Aerosol Therapy
Special Medication-Device Combinations
Special Safety Considerations
Spotlight on Pentamidine
Patient Interfaces
Cecilia’s Story
Teaching and Technique
Summary
Section 4: Inhalers
What is an Inhaler?
Pressurized Inhalers
Soft Mist Inhalers
Dry Powder Inhalers
Smart Inhalers
Spacers and Valved Holding Chambers
Mechanical Ventilation
Erica’s Story
Summary
Section 5: Review
Review Questions
Section 6: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor
References
Writer: Paul Teelin, MSN, RN-BC
Paul Teelin, MSN, RN-BC is a SME writer with Relias. Paul has a varied, multidisciplinary clinical background. As a respiratory therapist, he focused primarily on adult critical care, neonatal critical care, high-acuity transport, procedural care, outpatient care, and professional development. As a registered nurse, Paul’s clinical practice has been in the areas of medical/surgical care, orthopedics, perianesthesia care, invasive cardiology, care coordination, and nursing leadership. He has served as a course creator and instructor on various occasions over his years of practice. Paul has earned a Master of Science in Nursing in Nursing Informatics and is certified in Informatics Nursing by the ANCC. He is an active member of the Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Respiratory Therapists; in the following settings: Acute Care Facility.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.