Adv Resp Thrpy Asmtic Patient

Catalog description

This course provides instruction in asthma management associated with advanced respiratory care. Topics include diagnosing and assessing the severity of asthma; medications; ability to treat asthma in an ambulatory setting; special considerations in childhood asthma; the use of pulmonary function testing and peak flow monitoring to diagnose and manage asthma; identifying allergic sensitivities and promoting allergen avoidance; as well as being able to develop and implement asthma action plans.