Course Code: REL-ACU-0-UMEDMAC
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2029
Learning Objectives:
Recognize disease states associated with abnormal mucus production or clearance.
Select appropriate pharmacologic agents for airway clearance based on diagnosis and patient factors.
Identify appropriate and inappropriate medication orders and techniques for promoting evidence-based medication use.
Outline:
Section 1: Physiology and Therapeutic Interventions
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Physiology of Airway Mucus Secretion and Clearance
Airway Clearance Techniques
Mucoactive Medications
Recommending Medications
Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
Section 2: Conditions Associated with Mucus Abnormalities
Conditions Associated with Mucus Abnormalities
Asthma
Cystic Fibrosis
Non-CF Bronchiectasis
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Inhalation Injury
Bronchitis
Cough in the Common Cold
Cough in Palliative Care
Neuromuscular Disease and Respiratory Muscle Weakness
Postoperative Atelectasis
Intubation with Mechanical Ventilation
Transtracheal Oxygen Therapy
Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
Section 3: Medications to Enhance Airway Clearance
Medications to Enhance Airway Clearance
Expectorants
Thiols and Thiol Derivatives
Inhaled Anticoagulants
Hypertonic Saline
Mannitol
Recombinant Human Dornase Alfa (Pulmozyme®)
Beta-Agonists
Methylxanthines
Glucocorticoids
Macrolide Antibiotics
Anticholinergics
Hydration
Novel Therapies
Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
Section 4: Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Importance of Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Techniques for Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Protocol-Directed Respiratory Care
Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
Section 5: Clinical Vignette
Meet Johnathan
Section 6: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributors
References
Reviewer: Daniel Migliaccio, MD, FPD, FAAEM
Dr. Daniel Migliaccio is currently a Clinical Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine and Director of Emergency Ultrasound as well as the Ultrasound Fellowship Director at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He completed his residency in Emergency Medicine at Stanford University. During Residency, Dr. Migliaccio was able to obtain an Honors Certificate in Medical Education from the Clinical Teaching Scholars Honors Program. He was also fortunate enough to be able to focus on his ultrasound skills, leading to an award for Outstanding Achievement in Ultrasound. Dr. Migliaccio is passionate about medical education, point-of-care ultrasound, and optimizing patient care using current literature. He is currently board-certified in point-of-care ultrasound with a Focused Practice Designation in advanced point-of-care ultrasound through the American Board of Emergency Medicine and is enthusiastic about promoting Emergency Medicine and patient care nationally. Recently, he obtained a certificate for course work and training with Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion through the University of North Carolina School of Medicine and is passionate about providing unbiased, equitable patient-centered care.
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.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Advanced Practice Nurses; Medical Providers; Nursing Personnel; Pharmacists; Respiratory Therapists; in the following settings: Ambulatory Care, 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.