About This Course
The US has been preparing for an influenza pandemic for several years. However, the current pandemic caused by novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) has demanded flexibility and unique responses from the health care system in general and respiratory therapists specifically. This presentation will focus on what we know to date about the COVID-19 pandemic and lessons learned from both a clinical and operations perspective.
Successful completion of this course requires a score of 70% on the post-test.
This course is sponsored by an unrestricted education grant from Draeger Medical Inc.
Discuss the evolution of evidence regarding COVID-19.
Identify safety measures necessary for the protection of staff and patients.
Discuss the evolving COVID-19 treatment paradigm.
Discuss the challenges with meeting critical care surge during a pandemic.
Chapters
COVID-19: Early Critical Care Bedside and Operational Lessons
Speaker Information
- Lewis Rubinson MD, PhD