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Past Programs
The AARC’s Professor’s
Rounds series has consistently presented the most current information
available to improve the knowledge
and skills
of respiratory therapists. This cost-effective approach of providing
continuing education for your staff has an outstanding lineup of topics
and speakers.
Each participant earns 1 CRCE credit for each topic and may earn up to 8 CRCE credits for participation in the entire 2006 series.
We would like to thank our Sponsors for supporting Professor’s Rounds through unrestricted educational grants. The AARC has the sole responsibility of assuring appropriate educational content of Professor’s Rounds.
2007 Programs
Program 1
Preparing for Mass Casualty and Pandemic Flu
Faced with the reality of terrorism and natural disasters, health care facilities are facing regulatory and other mandates to improve their ability to respond and provide care for the masses of people. This presentation reviews triage systems, surge capacity, the National Strategic Stockpile for ventilators and other topics germane to respiratory therapists.
Presenters:
Richard D Branson, MSc RRT FAARC
Sam Giordano, MBA RRT FAARC
Program
2
Improving Patient Safety with Medical Emergency Teams
Medical Emergency Teams (also known as Rapid Response Teams or Critical Care Outreach Teams) operate as a mobile extension of the intensive care unit (ICU) to identify, evaluate and stabilize acutely ill patients in non-ICU hospital settings. The organization and function of these teams and the important role of respiratory therapists on them is highlighted.
Presenters:
Mary Clare Hill, MD
Richard D Branson, MSc RRT FAARC
Program
3
Empowering COPD Patients to Improve Their Quality of Life
The cost of care rises with age, but research has shown that when patients become more involved in their self-care, the incidence of complications and medical interventions decreases. Patients with COPD often have co-morbid conditions, such as cardiovascular disease or diabetes. Consequently they can have complicated medical regimens such as taking multiple medications and drugs delivered by inhalation that require different delivery systems. This presentation will discuss clinical practice guidelines, effective education and training strategies to improve the quality of life of the COPD patient.
Presenters:
Neil Schachter, MD
Sam Giordano, MBA RRT FAARC
Program
4
Dyspnea - Everything Old is New Again
Although therapists are experts in measuring and interpreting gas exchange function and lung mechanics, they are typically vexed when it comes to treating a subjective sensation. This program introduces the complex interplay of physiology, psychology and sociology that produces respiratory sensations and transforms those sensations into symptoms. Practical assessment skills, descriptions of outpatient rehabilitation programs and pharmacologic approaches are addressed as well as the role of ventilator adjustments and oxygen therapy in the hospital and hospice setting.
Presenters:
Richard Schwartzstein MD
Richard Kalett, MS RRT FAARC
Program
5
Debunking Respiratory Therapy Myths
“We’ve always done it that way” is a frequent response when a rationale for practice is requested. This presentation provides an evidence-based look at some commonly held (and perhaps mistaken) beliefs about current respiratory therapy practices. Common respiratory practice and medical myths are debunked in light of evidence in the peer-reviewed literature.
Presenters:
David J Pierson, MD
Bill Dubbs, MEd MHA RRT FAARC
Program
6
Ventilator Weaning Strategies in the 21st Century
This presentation reviews current approaches in liberating patients from mechanical ventilation in various situations ranging from the recovery phase of acute respiratory failure to long term ventilator-dependent patients. New technology incorporated into mechanical ventilators to assist in weaning is also discussed.
Presenters:
Neil R MacIntyre, MD FAARC
Richard D Branson MSc RRT FAARC
Program
7
2006 Neonatal Resuscitation Guidelines
The Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) has been designed to teach a consistent and evidence-based approach to resuscitation of the newborn. The 5th edition of NRP was released in the summer of 2006 and includes several updates, changes and a few additions for premature infants and ethical considerations. In this presentation the causes, prevention, and management of mild to severe neonatal asphyxia are carefully explained so that the respiratory care practitioner may develop optimal knowledge and skill in resuscitation.
Presenters:
Steven M Donn, MD
Timothy R Myers, BS RRT-NPS
Program
8
NAEPP Asthma Care Guidelines Updated for 2007
The National Asthma Education and Prevention’s The Expert Panel Report III is being released in 2007. This evidence-based document will present best practice of asthma management. This presentation reviews the highlights of this report and provides an overview of all four components of management. Participants will learn about opportunities to incorporate this information into their practice.
Presenters:
Timothy R Myers, BS RRT-NPS
Tom Kallstrom, BS RRT AE-C FAARC
2006 Programs
Program 1
Disaster Preparedness—What Happens When the Lights Go Out?
Reviews one hospital’s response to a natural disaster. Also reviews important issues that need to be addressed and identifies policies and procedures to maximize patient safety when respiratory therapy services must be delivered during disasters that may eliminate customary key patient care resources.
Presenters:
Kathy Ehlers, BS,
RRT
Rich Branson, MSc, RRT, FAARC
Program
2
The Hottest Trends in Patient Safety Initiatives
Presents newer strategies to eliminate medical errors and improve patent safety. Specific strategies for reducing medication errors and unplanned extubations are discussed and ventilator bundles, Rapid Response Teams and other similar strategies and innovations are presented.
Presenters:
Karen Stewart, MS, RRT
Sam Giordano, MBA, RRT
Program
3
Managing ARDS: Are You Using All the Tools?
Discusses the modern strategies in the management of ARDS including the efficacy of prone positioning, fluid management, PEEP, volume vs. pressure-targeted ventilation, monitoring mechanical ventilation, the role of bio-markers, and inhalation therapies for ARDS.
Presenters:
Ray Ritz, BS, RRT, FAARC
Rich Branson, MSc, RRT, FAARC
Program
4
MDIs & DPIs in Aerosol Therapy: It's More Than Just Breathing!
The proliferation of an increasing variety of metered-dose inhalers and dry powder inhalers devices has resulted in a confusing number of choices for the clinician, as well as confusion for patients trying to use these devices correctly. This program will summarize the current information discussed at the 2005 Respiratory Care Journal Conference on Metered-Dose Inhalers (MDIs) and Dry Powder Inhalers (DPIs) in Aerosol Therapy.
Presenters:
Rajiv Dhand, MD, FAARC
Sam Giordano, MBA, RRT
Program
5
"But We've Always Done It That Way!" An Evidence-Based Clinical
Update
This evidence-based clinical update reviews therapy tenets held sacred by those who became respiratory therapists years ago but are now refuted by evidence-based practice. Examples include 6 vs. 10-12 ml/kg tidal volumes, the use of NPPV for COPD patients in ventilatory failure, substituting MDIs and DPIs for SVN's, and spontaneous breathing trials as an indicator for ventilator liberation attempts.
Presenters:
Dean Hess, Ph.D. RRT, FAARC
Bill
Dubbs, MEd, MHA, RRT, FAARC
Program
6
Medical Management of Asthma. Are You Up to Date?
Reviews the evidence supporting pharmaceuticals used in the treatment of asthma and presents an update on beta agonists, inhaled corticosteroids, anticholinergics, anti-lukotrienes, phosphodiasterase inhibitors, and Anti-IgE agents in the treatment of asthma.
Presenters:
Mari Jones, ARPN, RRT, FAARC
Tom Kallstrom, BS,
RRT, AE-C,
FAARC
Program
7
Pediatric Essentials for Therapists Who Work Primarily with Adults
This program will discuss critical survival skills for respiratory therapists who do not customarily work with pediatric patients but occasionally must become involved in their emergency care when they are admitted with respiratory emergencies. Pathophysiology leading to pulmonary emergencies and approaches to treatment is addressed.
Presenters:
Tom Kallstrom, BS, RRT, AE-C, FAARC
Tim Myers, BS, RRT-NPS
Program
8
Pulmonary Rehabilitation: What You Need to Know to Do It Right
Reviews current evidence supporting pulmonary rehabilitation; discusses key outcomes and the resources required for a successful program.
Presenters:
Brian Carlin, MD, FAARC
Trina Limberg, RRT, FAARC
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