Objectives
Given case scenarios, the attendee will be able to:
1. Describe O2 transport & equipment use
2. Know cardiac v. pulmonary etiology or dyspnea
3. Utilize various creative breath control techniques and cueing within programs for cardiovascular
& pulmonary, orthopedic, neurologic, etc. programs
Expanded Course Content
Review of the Respiratory System
Factors Affecting O2 Transport and Dyspnea
Environmental: altitude, carboon monoxide
Emotion
Body Position/Attributes
Gravity and Breathing Mechanics
Diffusion
Circulatory
Oxygen-Hemoglobin affinity
Oxygen Extraction and Tissue Level Demands
Quantifying Dyspnea
Respiratory Rate, Conversation, Rate of Perceived Exertion
Oxygen Saturation
Calculations
Oximetry Indications, Contraindications, Patient factors, Calibration Issues
Acceptable Ranges with Exercise Workloads
Documentation of Readings
Short Cases
O2 Use and Equipment: Hands On
O2 Delivery Equipment
Cough Facilitation: Flutter, Acapella
Medication Delivery Systems
Tracheostomy
Portable Systems: O2 conserving devices
Communication & Documentation Tips
Situational Cases Studies: What Would You Do?
