April 3, 2008

Four Clinical Cases in Neonatal Intensive Care
A new continuing education booklet titled “Four Clinical Cases in Neonatal Intensive Care” is in the mail now and on its way to AARC members. Originally presented during a live symposium at the 2007 Congress, the cases are posed with multiple-choice questions about appropriate care, and you can compare your responses to those of the live audience. The booklet is approved for 4.0 contact hours of CRCE and it’s all FREE to AARC members. Look for it in your mailbox soon!

QRCR Deadline Extended Till April 15
The AARC has extended the deadline to enroll/reenroll in its Quality Respiratory Care Recognition program until April 15. This great program lets your community know your facility provides the highest quality respiratory care and has garnered wonderful press coverage for many of the organizations that have taken advantage of it in the past. So act now to earn or maintain the “QRCR” for your organization.

Register for Congress by April 30 for Earlybird Discounts
December may seem like a long way away, but if you’re planning to attend the 2008 AARC Congress in Anaheim, now is the time to register. Earlybird savings end on April 30!

Tell the Joint Commission What You Think About Palliative Care Standards
The Joint Commission is seeking input on proposed standards for Palliative Care, and the AARC is encouraging all its members to weigh in by filling out the online survey. The deadline for participation is April 8. Be sure to identify yourself as a respiratory therapist in the “comments” section at the end of the survey.

Good Press: AARC Members in the News
We have another great list of newsmakers to share—so take a moment to read all about your fellow members and how they’re getting coverage for everything from educating school kids about asthma to using harmonicas to help lung patients breathe easier.

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