Course Code: REL-RTS-0-GVWRS
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2027
Learning Objectives:
Analyze the effects of short- and long-term mechanical ventilation on function and weaning.
Identify clinical indicators of readiness for ventilator weaning and clinical predictors of safe extubation.
Recall interprofessional roles and steps in performing spontaneous breathing trials.
Outline:
Section 1: Mechanical Ventilation Weaning
Overview
Classification of Weaning Categories
Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
Section 2: Considerations for Ventilator Weaning
Protocols to Initiate SBTs and Weaning
SBT Readiness Criteria
The SLP’s Role
Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
Section 3: Spontaneous Breathing Trials
Types of SBTs
Conducting SBTs
Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
Section 4: Interpretation and Outcomes
SBT Outcomes
Endotracheal Tube Extubation
Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
Section 5: Clinical Vignette
Meet Mr. Salter
Section 6: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributors
Resources
References
Writer: Susan Almon-Matangos, MS, CCC-SLP
Susan Almon-Matangos, MS, CCC-SLP, is a certified and licensed speech-language pathologist with over 40 years of experience. She earned her bachelor's degree in psychology from Jacksonville State University and her Master of Science degree in speech-language pathology from The University of Alabama. She has provided care to clients across the lifespan with diverse diagnostic conditions in settings including school, hospital, skilled nursing facility, outpatient clinic, and home health settings. In her previous role as a national clinical director for a contract therapy company, she developed training programs for physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech-language pathology focusing on clinical rehabilitation needs of older adults in post-acute care. Currently, she serves as the Lead Subject Matter Expert Writer for Speech-Language Pathology at Relias, where she leverages her clinical expertise and analysis of published research. She is a certified member of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association and the Pennsylvania Speech-Language-Hearing Association.
Subject Matter Expert: Celima Louviere, MHA, RRT, RRT-ACCS
Celima Louviere, MHA, RRT, RRT-ACCS, is a registered respiratory therapist with 27 years of experience. She obtained her Associate of Science degree in Cardiopulmonary Care of Science from Nicholls State University and her Bachelor of Science degree in Respiratory Care from Boise State University. Celima has also obtained her Master of Science in healthcare administration from Oklahoma State University. She has worked with patients of all ages and in neonatal intensive care units, pediatric intensive care units, and adult critical care areas. The ACCS credential further validates her expertise in adult critical care. This advanced certification requires in-depth knowledge of ventilator management, including complex ventilator modes, patient assessment, and weaning protocols. It also demonstrates her commitment to ongoing professional development and staying current with evidence-based practices in critical care.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Entry level Respiratory Therapists; Intermediate level Speech Language Pathologists; in the following settings: Rehabilitation Settings.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.