Course Breakdown: 1.5 Hour Self-Paced Course
Credit Awarded: 1.5 Hours
Credit Type: Advanced
Accredited: CAPCE (F3-Distributive), CE Broker (FL, KY, TN), Pennsylvania Bureau of EMS*, and Virginia Office of EMS(Pending)
Enrollment Period: One year or until completed, whichever comes first
Topics: Respiratory Emergencies
*PA Bureau of EMS reporting is by Regional Endorsement.
This self-paced course provides advanced life support and critical care providers with a comprehensive review of respiratory anatomy, physiology, assessment, and emergency management principles.
- Explores foundational concepts in pulmonary function, oxygenation, and ventilation, as well as advanced topics such as interpretation of arterial blood gases, mechanical ventilation strategies, and pathophysiologic changes in common respiratory emergencies.
- Emphasizes the integration of clinical assessment findings with evidence-based interventions, enabling providers to make informed decisions in high-acuity situations.
- Contains detailed narration, scenario-based learning, and clearly explained technical concepts, participants will strengthen their ability to assess respiratory compromise, apply appropriate airway management techniques, and optimize patient outcomes in both prehospital and interfacility transport environments.
The content is aligned with current clinical guidelines and supports the continuing education requirements for paramedics, critical care paramedics, and other advanced EMS personnel.