Florida Board Approved-- 24 contact hour Package - #50-20641

Reports to CE Broker within 24 Hours

                                 

This course covers all required topics for license renewal. Respiratory professionals who take this package will meet renewal compliance. Includes Medical Errors and Laws & Rules of the Board.

Course Curriculum

  • 1

    Laws and Rules of Florida: Respiratory Therapy Update - 2 Contact Hours

    • Course Description

    • Learning Objectives

    • Introduction

    • History of the Evolution of Respiratory Therapy as a Profession and Discipline

    • History of Respiratory Therapy as a Licensed Profession in the State of Florida

    • Overview of Ethics in the Practice of Respiratory Therapy

    • Overview of Florida Rule Chapter 64B32

    • Conclusion

    • Quiz

    • References
  • 2

    Preventing Medical Errors

    • Learner's Objectives

    • Frequency of Medical Errors

    • Defining Medical Errors

    • Adverse Events

    • Near Misses

    • What Should Be Reported

    • Common Types of Medical Errors

    • Analyzing and Preventing Medical Errors

    • Root Cause Analysis

    • VA Recommendations For Performing RCAs

    • Conclusion

    • References

    • Medical Errors - Test
  • 3

    Human Trafficking

    • Learner's Objective

    • Definitions and Types of Human Trafficking

    • Types of human trafficking

    • FACTORS THAT CONTRIBUTE TO HUMAN TRAFFICKING

    • THE TRAFFICKING EXPERIENCE THROUGH THE EYES OF A VICTIM

    • IDENTIFIERS AND ASSESSMENT AS A HEALTHCARE PROVIDER

    • PUBLIC AND PRIVATE SOCIAL SERVICES AND REPORTING PROCEDURES

    • PROCEDURES FOR SHARING INFORMATION WITH PATIENT AND REFERRAL OPTIONS FOR LEGAL AND SOCIAL SERVICES

    • References

    • Human Trafficking - Test
  • 4

    Bio-Terrorism for Healthcare Professionals

    • Course Description

    • Learning Objectives

    • Introduction

    • Overview: What is Biological, Chemical, or Radiological Terrorism?

    • The Role of Health Care Providers During a Bioterrorism Attack

    • Examples of Recent Bioterrorism Events

    • Types of Agents Used in Bioterrorism

    • Common Bacterial and Viral Agents Used in Bioterrorism

    • Common Toxins Used in Bioterrorism

    • Identifying and Managing a Biological Attack

    • Chemical Terrorism

    • Radiological and Nuclear Terrorist Attacks

    • Personal Protective Equipment in the Event of a Bioterrorist Attack

    • The Role of the Health Alert Network

    • Conclusion

    • References

    • Post Test
  • 5

    Older Adult Care

    • Learner's Objectives

    • Introduction

    • Age-Related Disease Processes and Chronic Conditions

    • Diseases and Medical Conditions in the Older Adult

    • Age-Related Memory Changes and Challenges

    • When It's Dementia

    • Elder Abuse

    • Care at the End of Life

    • Implications for Nursing Care of the Older Adult

    • Communicating with the Older Adult

    • Culture and the Care of the Elderly Patient

    • Helping the Patient Maintain Independence and Self-Worth

    • Mental Health Issues in the Elderly

    • Conclusion

    • Older Adult Care - Test
  • 6

    Pediatric Abusive Head Trauma (PAHT)

    • Introduction

    • Learning Objectives

    • Overview

    • Definition of Pediatric Abusive Head Trauma

    • Prevalence of Pediatric Abusive Head Trauma

    • Causative Factors of Pediatric Abusive Head Trauma

    • Risk Factors for Pediatric Abusive Head Trauma

    • Understanding the Mechanisms of Injury in Cases of Pediatric Abusive Head Trauma

    • Clinical Signs and Symptoms of Pediatric Abusive Head Trauma

    • Intracranial Injuries Associated with Pediatric Abusive Head Trauma

    • Common Indicators of Abuse

    • Legal and Ethical Mandate to Report Abuse

    • Preventing Pediatric Abusive Head Trauma Through Education

    • Calming Techniques for Frustrated Parents

    • Conclusion

    • References

    • Post Test
  • 7

    Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

    • Course Description

    • Learning Objectives

    • Overview of Disorders and Diseases Affecting the Lungs and Breathing

    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Defined

    • The Evolution of Our Understanding of COPD

    • COPD by the Numbers

    • An Overview of the Pulmonary System and Normal Lung Function

    • A Comparison of Asthma and COPD

    • Emphysema and Its Relationship to COPD

    • Chronic Bronchitis and Its Relationship to COPD

    • Causes of COPD

    • Symptoms of COPD

    • Treatments for COPD

    • Frequently Asked Questions About COPD

    • Preventing COPD and COPD Exacerbations

    • Conclusion

    • Post-Test

    • References
  • 8

    Genetic Disorders Affecting the Pulmonary System

    • Course Description

    • Learning Objectives

    • Introduction

    • The History and Evolution of Our Understanding of Genetic Abnormalities

    • The History and Evolution of Our Understanding of Genetic Abnormalities Relating to Lung Function

    • Stages of Pre-Natal Pulmonary Development

    • How the Pulmonary System Transitions From the Amniotic Environment

    • Classifications of Genetic Abnormalities

    • Autocrine-Paracrine and Transcriptional Signaling During Lung Formation

    • Disorders Affecting Formation of Pulmonary Surfactant

    • Preventative Measures

    • Conclusion

    • Post-Test

    • References

    • Course Evaluation

About the instructor

RN, CPN

Katie Smith

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