STATUS ASTHMATICUS 16 CONTACT HOURS

Course overview

After completion of this program the participant will be able to define status asthmaticus. Knowledge of treatment goals. Discuss early bronchospastic response. Identify complications with asthmatics. Knowledge of risk factors for asthma. Identify complications of asthma. Knowledge of the mortality rate for asthma. Discuss general examination of the respiratory system. Identify differential diagnosis with status asthmaticus. Understand pulmonary function testing. Knowledge of pulse oximetry and spirometry. Identify the four stages of status asthmaticus. Knowledge of medication and treatment for status asthmaticus. Discuss noninvasive and mechanical ventilation.