Pulmonary Continuing Education Credits for Fire and EMS personnel

"BREATHE EASY" Diagnosing and Treating Asthma in the Field

Completing this course will give students the ability to define Asthma and be able to identify the physiological effects that occur during an attack. the course also teaches how to perform a thorough assessment of patients with difficulty breathing and how to accurately diagnose and treat those suffering from Asthma. Students will be given an understanding of special considerations to be given to infants and children with asthma, and scenario based examples will provide the student the opportunity to act out situations involving patients suffering from an attack.

The class requires a completion score of at least 70%. Upon completion, students will receive a certificate of completion and 2 hours of continuous education credits.

Adult Respiratory Distress Syndrome

Students will be able to determine the various events that occur during acute respiratory distress, as well as identify the different structures within the lungs. Upon completion, students will identify the signs and symptoms of ARDS and correctly assess those symptoms, so they can apply appropriate treatments.

Successful completion is a grade of 70% or higher. Students will be given a certificate of completion and 2 CEC hours.

Top Online Nursing Programs

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	The College Network - Associate's, Bachelor's & Master's Degrees. With healthcare degrees offered by 10 major universities, The College Network has become the premiere destination for students seeking a nursing degree online. They offer fully accredited degrees, including LPN to RN degrees, that will satisfy students' career goals and ambitions.
	Indiana State University - Bachelor's Degree. Offering a high-quality, accredited degree in nursing, Indiana State University gives students a chance to quickly accelerate into respected nursing positions in many healthcare institutions. Their popular L.P.N. to B.S.N. program is available entirely online, allowing students to continue working while pursing an advanced degree.
	Kaplan University - Certification, Associate's & Bachelor's Degrees. As one of the most respected online universities in the country, Kaplan University has helped thousands of students reach their dreams of becoming a nurse. With a number of healthcare degree programs available, students can graduate in as little as two years and be on their way to helping others.
	Herzing University - Associate's, Bachelor's & Master's Degrees. Herzing University offers three key nursing programs for students of all ages and education levels. Students will have the opportunity to receive hands-on training in order to better prepare them for a real position in the healthcare industry.
	Walden University - Master's Degree. For individuals seeking higher education in the field of nursing, Walden University has knowledgeable, respected industry leaders educating their students. Their quality education and in-depth training will help students get on the right track to leadership positions in several healthcare institutions and entities.
	Capella University - Master's & Doctoral Degrees. Capella University is an accredited university providing nursing students the skill set and education needed to make an impact in the healthcare industry. Their affordable programs allow those who enjoy helping others to gain additional knowledge to continue pursuing their passion.

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