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- RESP023 - Overview of Bronchitis$36.00
This course provides an overview of bronchitis including an explanation of the differences between the two types of bronchitis: acute and chronic.
Learn More - RESP015b Airborne Allergens Part 2$15.95
This second part summarizes what health experts know about how people can prevent or reduce allergic reactions, how to treat these reactions, and what medical researchers are doing to help people who suffer from these allergies. You should complete RESP015a - Airborne Allergens - Part before taking this course.
Learn More - RESP015a Airborne Allergens Part 1$15.95
This first part summarizes what health experts know about the causes and symptoms of allergic reactions to airborne allergens, and how health care providers diagnose these reactions. You should complete this course before taking RESP015b - Airborne Allergens - Part 2.
Learn More - RESP013 - CPAP Humidification$23.00
This course identifies the benefits and limitations of CPAP humidification to help patients and to build trust with referral sources. This course was developed from an article titled Dew Diligence is Recommended, which appeared in the February 2006 issue of DealerProvider magazine.
Learn More - RESP012 - MDI: Aerosol Delivery$23.00
This course contains three separate presentations on inhalation aerosol therapy given at the 1998 AARC International Respiratory Congress Symposium. The course is provided courtesy of Philips Respironics' Asthma & Allergy Division.
Learn More - RESP011 - Long-Term Management of Sleep-Disordered Breathing$36.00
This course will define sleep-disordered breathing and aspects of long-term management of the patient with this illness.
Learn More - RESP008 - Home Oxygen Therapy$36.00
This course explains what home oxygen therapy is, the types of home oxygen therapy available today, and how the therapy can benefit the patient.
Learn More - REHB028 - Overview of Foot and Ankle Injuries$42.00
This course provides an overview of foot and ankle anatomy, types of injuries, diagnosis, and treatment and prevention of foot and ankle injuries.Â
Learn More - REHB027 Overview of Joint Replacement$36.00
This course provides an overview of hip and knee replacement including the risks and complications of such surgery.
Learn More - REHB017 - Functional Knee Bracing$23.00
This course provides information that physical rehabilitation clinicians can use when deciding whether or not to use functional knee bracing during the treatment of significant knee joint injuries.
Learn More - REHB016 - Implications of Immobility$23.00
This course reviews the effects of immobility on the human body.
Learn More - REHB015 - Continuous Cold Therapy for Postoperative Pain$23.00
This course addresses the use of continuous cold therapy (CCT) to manage post-operative pain.
Learn More - REHB009 - Challenges for the Bariatric Resident$23.00
This course examines the epidemic of obesity in the United States and the challenges that face the bariatric client. Before completing this course, you should complete the courses DMGT004 - Understanding Obesity and DMGT003 - Obesity Among Older Americans.
Learn More - PEC018 - Introduction to Ambulatory Aids$36.00
This course introduces the new home medical equipment staff member to standard ambulatory aids (canes, crutches and walkers). Because of the multitude of brands of ambulatory aids and accessories on the market, this course will cover ambulatory aids in the broadest generic terms. For specific information related to a particular brand of ambulatory aid, please consult the vendors.
Learn More - PEC016 - Introduction to Spirometry$36.00
This course introduces you to spirometry. This measurement can help the clinician determine whether an individual has a disease in the lungs and help determine whether the disease is obstructive or restrictive. Because of the variety of spirometry systems and accessories on the market, this course will cover spirometry systems in the broadest generic terms. For specific information related to a particular brand of system, please consult the manufacturers. This course also includes a link to VGM Participating vendors of spirometry systems and accessories and of peak flow meters. You should complete the following courses before beginning this course: DMGT016 - Overview of Cystic Fibrosis, DMGT018 - Overview of Tuberculosis, RESP009 - Asthma Management: Interventions and Strategies, and RESP010 - Intervention and Strategies of the COPD Population.
Learn More - PEC015 - Introduction to Breast Pumps$36.00
This course introduces the new home medical equipment staff member to breast pumps. Because of the number of breast pumps and accessories on the market, this course will cover breast pumps in the broadest generic terms. For specific information related to a particular brand of breast pump, please consult the manufacturers. This course also includes links to VGM Participating breast pump manufacturers.
Learn More - PEC012 - Introduction to Continuous Passive Motion (CPM) Units$36.00
This course introduces the new home medical equipment staff member to continuous passive motion (CPM) units. Because of the multitude of CPM units and accessories on the market, this course will cover CPM units in the broadest generic terms. For specific information related to a particular brand of CPM unit, please consult the manufacturer.
Learn More - PEC009 - Introduction to Bone Growth Stimulators$36.00
This course introduces the new home medical equipment staff member to non-invasive bone growth stimulators. This course will cover bone growth stimulators in the broadest generic terms. For specific information related to a particular brand of bone growth stimulator, please consult the manufacturers. This course also includes links to bone growth stimulator manufacturers.
Learn More - PEC007 - Introduction to Low Air Loss Mattresses$36.00
This course introduces the new home medical equipment staff member to the low loss air mattresses. Because of the multitude of brands of low loss air mattresses and accessories on the market, this course will cover low loss air mattresses in the broadest generic terms. For specific information related to a particular brand of low loss air mattresses, please consult the manufacturers. This course also includes links to several low loss air mattress manufacturers.
Learn More - PEC006 - Introduction to TENS$36.00
This course introduces the new home medical equipment staff member to TENS units. Because of the multitude of TENS units and accessories on the market, this course will cover TENS units in the broadest generic terms. For specific information related to a particular brand of TENS unit, please consult the manufacturers. This course also includes links to several TENS unit manufacturers.
Learn More - OWC006a - Overview of Pressure Ulcer Etiology - Part 1$23.00
Although ultimately discussion will focus on pressure ulcers, this first part provides foundational knowledge regarding the skin, normal physiology of healing and factors affecting healing and repair. You should complete this series of courses in order: Part 1, followed by Part 2, followed by Part 3.
Learn More - OWC004 - Skin Management: Prevention and Wound Care$23.00
This course provides information that can be used to establish assessment tools and care plans for patients who are at high risk for skin breakdown. This course was written by Mindy Owen, RN, CRRN, CCM, from information provided by MEDIQfst.
Learn More - OWC002 - Wound Care: Selecting Skin Cleansing Products$23.00
This course reviews common types of skin cleansers, their formulation, ingredients, skin compatibility, pH, and related infection control issues.
Learn More - INF003 - Health Care Workers and Bloodborne Pathogens$42.00
This course provides information about how health care workers can minimize the risk of occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens.
Learn More - HR015 - Identifying and Reporting Elder Abuse$42.00
This course provides tips on identifying elder abuse, and explains how you can report your suspicions.
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