Respiratory Care Training

Respiratory Care Training

This respiratory care training course is a combined day of the below courses:

• Ventilation
• Cough Assist training
• Nebulisers training
• Oxygen Therapy training

Full details can be found further down the page.

This course is designed as an update for care professionals who care for individuals with respiratory care needs.

Develop the Expertise to Provide Comprehensive Respiratory Care

Enrol in this comprehensive Respiratory Care Training course and gain a thorough understanding of the principles and practices of respiratory care.

This course will equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively manage respiratory conditions, administer oxygen therapy, and provide assisted cough procedures.

Course Outline

• Definition of Ventilation: Delve into the fundamentals of ventilation, exploring its definition, purposes, and various techniques.

• Anatomy & Physiology: Gain a comprehensive understanding of the respiratory system, including its anatomy, physiology, and gas exchange mechanisms.

• Reasons for Ventilation: Comprehend the medical conditions that necessitate mechanical ventilation and the different types of ventilation methods.

• Non-invasive Ventilation: Discover the principles and applications of non-invasive ventilation, including its benefits and potential complications.

• Complications of Ventilation and Troubleshooting: Learn how to recognise and manage the complications associated with mechanical ventilation, including optimising settings and troubleshooting common issues.

• Documentation: Master the art of accurate and comprehensive documentation for respiratory care interventions, ensuring patient safety and continuity of care.

Assisted Cough

• Reasons for Assisted Cough: Understand the indications for assisted cough, including conditions that impair effective coughing mechanisms.

• Identifying Health Issues: Recognise the health conditions that necessitate assisted cough procedures and the potential complications associated with them.

• Complications of Cough Assist: Learn how to identify and manage the potential complications of assisted cough procedures, ensuring patient safety.

• Understanding the Correct Procedure for Assisted Cough: Master the proper technique for performing assisted cough procedures, ensuring patient comfort and optimising airway clearance.

• Troubleshooting and Complications: Develop the ability to troubleshoot and manage common challenges encountered during assisted cough procedures, ensuring patient safety and optimal outcomes.

• Practical Session (if unit available): Gain hands-on experience with assisted cough procedures through practical demonstrations and hands-on practice, reinforcing theoretical knowledge.

Nebulisers

• What is a Nebuliser? Explore the definition, purpose, and types of nebulisers used in respiratory care.

• Who Might Use a Nebuliser? Identify the patient populations that commonly benefit from nebulizer therapy and the specific indications for its use.

• Drugs Used in Nebulisers: Understand the various medications used in nebulizer therapy, including their indications and administration methods.

• Equipment: Learn about the essential equipment and supplies required for nebulizer therapy, including nebulizer machines, masks, and spacers.

• Procedure: Master the step-by-step procedure for administering nebuliser therapy, ensuring proper drug administration and patient comfort.

Oxygen Therapy

• Indications for Providing Oxygen Therapy: Discuss the various medical conditions and circumstances that warrant oxygen therapy.

• Understand Professional Role Boundaries: Recognise the professional role boundaries of healthcare professionals in providing oxygen therapy.

• Describe the Adverse Effects of Oxygen Delivery: Identify the potential adverse effects of oxygen therapy and the measures to mitigate them.

• Recognise the Different Oxygen Delivery Systems: Differentiate between the various oxygen delivery systems, including nasal cannulas, masks, and ventilators.

• Identify How to Safely Administer Oxygen: Learn the proper techniques for safely administering oxygen, including assessing patient needs, adjusting delivery settings, and monitoring oxygen saturation levels.

• Describe the Specific Nursing Care: Understand the specific nursing care considerations for patients receiving oxygen therapy, including documentation, patient education, and monitoring for complications.

Documentation of Care Given: Master the art of accurate and comprehensive documentation for oxygen therapy interventions, ensuring patient safety and continuity of care.

Join us and gain the confidence to manage respiratory conditions effectively, administer oxygen therapy safely, and perform assisted cough procedures with proficiency.

Who Should Attend:

Healthcare professionals seeking respiratory care knowledge, including:

• Registered nurses expanding their practice to specialize in respiratory care.
• Physician assistants improving their understanding of respiratory conditions and treatments.
• Respiratory therapists staying current with advancements in respiratory care.
• Nursing and physician assistant students preparing for certification exams.
• Other healthcare professionals working with patients having respiratory conditions.

Respiratory Care Course Benefits:

Enrol in our Respiratory Care Training for:

1. Enhanced Employability: Gain practical skills to excel in various healthcare settings.
2. Improved Patient Care: Provide exceptional respiratory care, managing conditions, administering oxygen therapy, and performing assisted cough procedures proficiently.
3. Patient Comfort and Well-being: Learn to assist patients in clearing airways, improving breathing, and enhancing overall respiratory health.
4. Contribute to Patient Recovery: Vital role in supporting recovery from respiratory illnesses and promoting long-term respiratory health

Top 3 FAQs

Q: Who is the Respiratory Care Training designed for?

A: The training is designed for healthcare professionals, including registered nurses, physician assistants, respiratory therapists, nursing and physician assistant students, and other healthcare professionals working with patients having respiratory conditions.

Q: What specific knowledge and skills will I gain from the Respiratory Care Training?

A: The training provides a comprehensive understanding of respiratory care principles, including ventilation, nebulisers, oxygen therapy, and practical hands-on experience with assisted cough procedures. It equips participants with the skills needed to excel in various healthcare settings.

Q: How can Respiratory Care Training benefit my career?

A: Enrolling in the training enhances employability by making participants more marketable as skilled respiratory care professionals. It provides the opportunity to stay up-to-date on the latest advancements in respiratory care, contribute to improved patient care, and play a vital role in facilitating the recovery of patients with respiratory illnesses.