Course Code: REL-ACU-0-LRTI
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2027
Learning Objectives:
Indicate anatomical and physiological characteristics of the respiratory tract that are specific to pediatrics.
Identify characteristics of lower respiratory tract infections and potential complications that commonly occur in pediatric populations.
Recall pediatric respiratory treatments and considerations when managing lower respiratory infections.
Outline:
Section 1: Pediatric Respiratory System
Respiratory Considerations
Knowledge Check
Pediatric Assessment Triangle (PAT)
Key Takeaways
Section 2: Bronchiolitis
Bronchiolitis
Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
Section 3: Acute Bronchitis
Acute Bronchitis
Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
Section 4: Pneumonia
Pneumonia
Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
Section 5: Pediatric Respiratory Treatment Considerations
Infection Control and Prevention
Preparing for Respiratory Emergencies
Knowledge Check
Airway Clearance Therapies
Key Takeaways
Section 6: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributors
Resources
References
Subject Matter Expert: Crystal Dunlevy, EdD, RRT, RCP
Crystal Dunlevy, EdD, RRT, RCP is a Professor-Clinical at The Ohio State University School of Health & Rehabilitation Sciences in Columbus, Ohio. Dr. Dunlevy is the author or co-author of numerous articles in journals such as Respiratory Care, Journal of the American Dietietic Association, and the American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) Times. She has received many honors and awards as an educator, mentor, faculty member, and scholar.
Writer: Brandy Verton, BSN, RN, CNOR
Brandy earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree with summa cum laude distinction from Capella University. She is a certified perioperative nurse with versatile skills in circulator and scrub roles for different surgical specialties. Brandy has fulfilled several nursing leadership responsibilities as the Surgical Services Clinical Educator and Periop 101 instructor for UNC REX Healthcare in North Carolina. She has been an active member of various hospital committees and contributed to numerous process improvement initiatives. In the early stages of her career, she developed her core nursing skills while working on a postoperative and medical-surgical overflow unit. She served in various roles, including charge nurse, preceptor, Magnet Champion, and admission/discharge facilitator. Brandy is dedicated to elevating perioperative teams through evidence-based education, innovative training, and collaboration, ensuring safe surgical care and continuous professional growth.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Respiratory Therapists; in the following settings: Hospitals: Acute.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.