EMS - An Overview of Airway Care
Tracking # 20-711537
$16.00
What you'll learn
At the conclusion of this activity, participants will be able to:
- Describe the function and organs of the respiratory system
- Describe common conditions that can affect the respiratory system
- Discuss the anatomy and physiology related to airway, breathing, and circulation
- Discuss the differences between ventilation, oxygenation, and perfusion
- Describe the signs and symptoms of respiratory distress
- Describe how to assess a patient for adequate and inadequate breathing
- Describe the various devices that EMS personnel may use to provide airway care
- Describe best practices related to airway care interventions
Course overview
This course provides emergency medical personnel with an overview of the respiratory system and airway care, the process for assessing a patient's airway and breathing, and techniques for assisting patients who are unable to maintain an airway or breathe adequately on their own. It can be conveniently taken online, at your own pace, on your computer or mobile device, and will automatically report to CE Broker for credit.
Subject areas
This course counts toward the state boards and subject areas below.
Kentucky Board of Emergency Medical Services
Advanced Emergency Medical Technician
Emergency Medical Responder
Emergency Medical Technician
Paramedic
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