Neonatal Respiratory Distress and Respiratory Support

You will gain a comprehensive understanding of the causes and symptoms of respiratory distress in neonates and explore the different respiratory support options available, including oxygen therapy and heated high flow nasal cannula (HFNC) techniques. By the end of this training, you will have enhanced your knowledge and skills to provide respiratory support for neonatal patients in distress.

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This continuing education program is accredited and can be taken for either CE accreditation or general learning. If taken for credit, this course provides one contact hour for nurses (California Board of Nursing), RTs (American Association of Respiratory Care), EMS professionals (CAPCE), and CRNAs (American Association of Nurse Anesthetists, B Credit).

Learning objectives

Lesson 1: Neonatal respiratory distress and support
Lesson 2: Oxygen therapy
Lesson 3: Heated high flow nasal cannula (HFNC)

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Neonatal Respiratory Distress and Respiratory Support

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