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Activity Steps

1 Activity
2 Take Test 3Certificate

Learning Objectives

After completing this continuing education activity you will be able to:

  1. Identify typical MV settings for adults.
  2. Define terms related to MV.
  3. Explain issues regarding the use of various MV modes and settings.
  4. Describe the steps in weaning a patient from MV.

Learning Outcomes

Participants will demonstrate competency in clinical reasoning regarding the use of mechanical ventilation (MV) in adults by achieving a minimum score of 80% on the outcomes-based posttest.

Disclosures

The author, faculty, staff, and planners have no relevant financial relationships with any ineligible organizations regarding this activity.

Price: $12.95

Credits:

  • AARC 2.0 CH

This program has been approved for a maximum of 2.0 contact hours Continuing Respiratory Care Education (CRCE) credit by the American Association for Respiratory Care, 9425 N. MacArthur Blvd. Suite 100, Irving, TX 75063.

Planner
Professions: Respiratory Therapist
Test Code: N0323A-RT
Published: Mar 2023
Expires: 2/9/2026
Required Passing Score: 8/10 (80%)
Authors: Bill Pruit, MBA, RRT, CPFT, AE-C, FAARC
Categories: Acute Care , Respiratory
Specialties: Acute Care, Critical Care, Pulmonary
Topics: Mechanical Ventilation