Physiology of Acid-Base Balance and Arterial Blood Gas Interpretation: A Systemic Review
Tracking # 20-770421
Course overview
This intermediate-level course course is designed for respiratory therapists and other healthcare professionals. This course begins by updating the practitioner on the basics of arterial blood gas (ABG) interpretation. Several case studies will employ arterial blood gas interpretation to demonstrate how the system as a whole works to maintain acid-base balance and homeostasis. Topics include mechanisms of respiratory pattern generation in the brain, lung mechanics that facilitate effective gas exchange, hemodynamics important for O2 transport and delivery, and renal function.
Subject areas
This course counts toward the state boards and subject areas below.
Florida Board of Respiratory Care
Certified Respiratory Therapist
2h
Direct delivery of respiratory care services
Registered Respiratory Therapist
2h
Direct delivery of respiratory care services
Respiratory Care Practitioner Critical Care
2h
Direct delivery of respiratory care services
Respiratory Care Practitioner Non-Critical Care
2h
Direct delivery of respiratory care services
Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners - Respiratory Therapy
Certified Respiratory Therapist
2h
Respiratory Care Professionals Specific Education
Licensed Respiratory Therapist
2h
Respiratory Care Professionals Specific Education
Registered Respiratory Therapist
2h
Respiratory Care Professionals Specific Education
MSDOH Bureau of Professional Licensure - Respiratory Care Practitioners
Respiratory Care Practitioner
2h
Continuing education relevant to the respiratory care practitioner