Course Code: REL-ACU-0-EBAMDEMS
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2028
Learning Objectives:
Recognize prevalence, patient experiences, classifications, and mechanisms of dyspnea.
Recall the clinical assessment of dyspnea, including primary and secondary surveys, along with diagnostic testing.
Recognize evidence-based interventions for dyspnea, including initial management strategies and the use of medications.
Outline:
Section 1: Dyspnea Overview
Introduction
Charles and Claire
About This Course
Understanding Dyspnea
Epidemiology and Prevalence of Dyspnea
How Patients Experience Dyspnea
Conditions That Are Dyspnea-Related
Dyspnea Classifications and Causes
Acute Dyspnea
Subacute Dyspnea
Chronic Dyspnea
Mechanisms Contributing to Dyspnea
Stimulation of Intrapulmonary and Chest Wall Receptors
Stimulation of the Chemoreceptors
Increased Sense of Respiratory Effort
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 2: Evidence-Based Assessment
Clinical Assessment
History and Physical Assessment
Associated Symptoms, Conditions, and Descriptions of Dyspnea
Additional Assessment
Descriptors and Characteristic Qualities of Dyspnea
Invasive and Non-Invasive Mechanical Ventilation of Patients
Implicit Bias in Pre-hospital Care of Patients with Dyspnea
Physical Examination and Diagnostic Testing
Primary Survey
Secondary Survey
Diagnostic Testing
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 3: Evidence-Based Management of Dyspnea
Dyspnea Management
Initial Management
Breathing Retraining
Oxygen Therapy
Non-Invasive Positive Pressure Ventilation (NPPV)
Management of Airway Obstruction
Interventions for Dyspnea Related to Trauma
Medications
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 4: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor
References
Subject Matter Expert: Trisha A. Duerr, MSN-Ed, RN, CEN, CPEN, TCRN, CTRN, NREMT
Mrs. Duerr is a nurse educator and an emergency and critical care transport nurse. She holds certifications in emergency, pediatric emergency, trauma, and transport nursing. Her emergency experience includes prehospital 911 response, critical care transport, charge nurse, preceptor, trauma care coordinator, clinical educator, and department director. Besides her clinical practice, Mrs. Duerr currently holds two adjunct nursing faculty appointments and serves on her local Critical Incident Stress Management team.
Subject Matter Expert: Rhoda Phillips, MSN, MA, RN, CEN
Mrs. Phillips is a SME/content writer for Relias. She holds an MSN in Nursing Education and a Master of Arts in English and Creative Writing. She maintains a certified emergency nursing certification (CEN). With over 18 years of experience in direct patient care, she has worked as a staff and charge nurse in emergency departments, med-surg units, observation, critical care, and long-term care. Mrs. Phillips has also served as a nursing school clinical instructor, a clinical educator in the emergency department, and most recently as a clinical educator for multiple med-surg units.
Subject Matter Expert: Eric Hutto, DNP
Eric is a graduate of the University of South Florida School of Nursing and has experience in various clinical settings, including critical care and obstetrics. He earned his Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from Georgetown University, where he was recognized as a Pellegrino Student Scholar for his research in clinical bioethics. Eric also completed a fellowship at Duquesne University, which focused on applying genomics in nursing practice. His experiences drive his commitment to improving health outcomes for underserved populations, particularly Black Americans, through advocacy and evidence-based practices.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Advanced, Basic level EMS Personnel (EMT, EMR, AEMT and Paramedics); in the following settings: Ambulatory Care.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.