Course Code: REL-ACU-0-PEMRM
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2028
Learning Objectives:
Recognize the key clinical features, risk factors, and pathophysiology of major pulmonary emergencies.
Analyze case studies to determine key diagnostic findings, appropriate work-ups, and evidence-based management decisions for pulmonary emergencies.
Apply evidence-based acute and long-term management strategies for patients with pulmonary emergencies, including patient care considerations.
Outline:
Section 1: Understanding Pulmonary Emergencies
Understanding Pulmonary Emergencies
Section 2: Pulmonary Embolism (PE)
Mr. Jones
Knowledge Check
Case Breakdown
Key Takeaways
Section 3: Penetrating Chest Trauma
Mr. Artem
Case Breakdown
Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
Section 4: Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
Ms. Wright
Case Breakdown
Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
Section 5: Inhalation Injury / Bronchospasm
Mr. Santos
Case Breakdown
Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
Section 6: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributors
Resource
References
Writer: Eric Hutto, DNP
Eric is a graduate of the University of South Florida School of Nursing and has experience in various clinical settings, including critical care and obstetrics. He earned his Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from Georgetown University, where he was recognized as a Pellegrino Student Scholar for his research in clinical bioethics. Eric also completed a fellowship at Duquesne University, which focused on applying genomics in nursing practice. His experiences drive his commitment to improving health outcomes for underserved populations, particularly Black Americans, through advocacy and evidence-based practices.
Subject Matter Expert: Rebecca Hall, BSRT
Rebecca has been an RRT for almost 10 years and is training to be an ECMO specialist. She has worked in every area of the hospital, from high-risk Labor and Delivery, NICU, PICU, and Pediatric CICU to Adult Medical ICU and Adult ER.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Advanced Practice Nurses; Medical Providers; Nursing Personnel; Respiratory Therapists; in the following settings: Clinics: Primary Care, Clinics: Rural Health, Hospitals: Acute, Hospitals: Critical Access (CAHs).
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.