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About This Course Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency is a genetic disorder that can result in serious lung disease. This not-so-rare genetic disease is greatly underdiagnosed and is the most common known genetic risk factor for emphysema. Up to 3% of all people diagnosed with COPD may have undetected Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency. This presentation will provide the … Continued
May 13, 2024 Gary Nelson has Alpha-1 antitrypsin (AAT) deficiency which is a rare genetic disorder that is passed on in families and can affect the lungs, liver and/or skin and this condition affects his lungs, causing COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease). He needs to have supplemental oxygen to perform daily activities such as going … Continued
By Debbie Bunch February 19, 2024 Like many therapists working in an adult acute care hospital, Sarah sees her fair share of chronic lung disease patients. Most of them landed in her facility due to an acute exacerbation they could not handle at home. And while she certainly finds it rewarding to watch them benefit … Continued
The AARC works with agencies and organizations on the state, national and international levels. Here is a list of organizations that have tools and resources for RTs: Government (agencies of interest to the respiratory care community) Health Care Organizations (other health care associations and organizations) Tripartite & Sponsor Organizations Patient Partner Organizations
About This Course Made up of three tracks, the Advanced Leadership Institute provides the latest knowledge for respiratory therapists looking to enhance their careers. Content experts in respiratory care education, management, and research carefully designed each of the courses found in the Institute. All information and activities in the Institute build upon the knowledge learned … Continued
About This Course Advanced Leadership Institute-Education Track: Chapter One- Simulation (constructing, evaluation and assessment) This course will provide the learner with an understanding of the types of medical simulation and how to define fidelity as it relates to medical simulation. This course will also discuss Adult Learning Theory and describe how it relates to medical … Continued
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