Respiratory Therapy was put to the hardest test in the history of the profession due to the COVID-19 pandemic. In addition to RTs working tirelessly across the globe to combat the virus, publications on the practice have erupted these past two years. The “COVID-19: Lessons Learned” guide and course aim to combine the literature on COVID-19 and provide evidence-based practices related to the care of these critically ill patients. This will include the use of non-invasive respiratory support, invasive ventilation, prone positioning, aerosol-generating procedures, shared ventilation, issues related to oxygen therapy, silent hypoxemia, ventilator shortages, and long COVID.
COVID-19 will remain a public health concern for years to come and new problems and findings are surely forthcoming. This guide helps set a solid foundation in the RT’s ability to deliver the best care to patients with COVID-19.
The course is free for members and is approved for 4 CRCE. The guide is available to download for free without CRCE.
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Heather Willden is the Director of Governance and Strategic Initiatives for the AARC where she works with state affiliates as the HOD liaison. She also manages DEI efforts and strategic initiatives. Connect with her about these topics by email, AARConnect or LinkedIn. When she's not working, you can find her podcasting with her husband, exploring new hiking trails, photographing, and spending time with her family.
