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Industry Symposia

Title: Interstitial Lung Disease: Diagnosis and Patient Management

Join Dr. Michael Zlupko as he provides an overview of common interstitial lung diseases (ILDs) and reviews the signs and symptoms of disease progression. Dr. Zlupko will also highlight the significance of comprehensive care for patients with ILD.

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Title: Patient-Ventilator Dyssynchrony

During this event, Dr. Brochard will discuss the different mechanisms of the various patient-ventilator dyssynchronies and identify the possible impact of these dyssynchronies on patient-centered outcomes.

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Industry Symposia

Title: Interstitial Lung Disease: Diagnosis and Patient Management

Join Dr. Michael Zlupko as he provides an overview of common interstitial lung diseases (ILDs) and reviews the signs and symptoms of disease progression. Dr. Zlupko will also highlight the significance of comprehensive care for patients with ILD.

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Title: Patient-Ventilator Dyssynchrony

During this event, Dr. Brochard will discuss the different mechanisms of the various patient-ventilator dyssynchronies and identify the possible impact of these dyssynchronies on patient-centered outcomes.

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Take a Mind Break: Kaiut Yoga

Julia O’Shea’s journey to yoga started while she was studying to be a respiratory therapist. Her research led her to study complementary alternative therapies for asthma, one of which is yoga. She currently works in the Pulmonary Rehab Center at the UVM Medical Center in Burlington, Vermont. Kaiut Yoga is about freedom of movement and has been designed to work through chronic pain and injuries, general aches and stiffness, and works for the inflexible, hyper flexible and the aging body. Relax your mind and prepare your body for a day of virtual education as Julia leads a session developed exclusively for registrants of AARC Congress 2020 LIVE!

Take a Mind Break: Kaiut Yoga

Julia O’Shea’s journey to yoga started while she was studying to be a respiratory therapist. Her research led her to study complementary alternative therapies for asthma, one of which is yoga. She currently works in the Pulmonary Rehab Center at the UVM Medical Center in Burlington, Vermont. Kaiut Yoga is about freedom of movement and has been designed to work through chronic pain and injuries, general aches and stiffness, and works for the inflexible, hyper flexible and the aging body. Relax your mind and prepare your body for a day of virtual education as Julia leads a session developed exclusively for registrants of AARC Congress 2020 LIVE!

Take a Mind Break: Kaiut Yoga

Julia O’Shea’s journey to yoga started while she was studying to be a respiratory therapist. Her research led her to study complementary alternative therapies for asthma, one of which is yoga. She currently works in the Pulmonary Rehab Center at the UVM Medical Center in Burlington, Vermont. Kaiut Yoga is about freedom of movement and has been designed to work through chronic pain and injuries, general aches and stiffness, and works for the inflexible, hyper flexible and the aging body. Relax your mind and prepare your body for a day of virtual education as Julia leads a session developed exclusively for registrants of AARC Congress 2020 LIVE!

Take a Mind Break: Kaiut Yoga

Julia O’Shea’s journey to yoga started while she was studying to be a respiratory therapist. Her research led her to study complementary alternative therapies for asthma, one of which is yoga. She currently works in the Pulmonary Rehab Center at the UVM Medical Center in Burlington, Vermont. Kaiut Yoga is about freedom of movement and has been designed to work through chronic pain and injuries, general aches and stiffness, and works for the inflexible, hyper flexible and the aging body. Relax your mind and prepare your body for a day of virtual education as Julia leads a session developed exclusively for registrants of AARC Congress 2020 LIVE!

Take a Mind Break: Kaiut Yoga

Julia O’Shea’s journey to yoga started while she was studying to be a respiratory therapist. Her research led her to study complementary alternative therapies for asthma, one of which is yoga. She currently works in the Pulmonary Rehab Center at the UVM Medical Center in Burlington, Vermont. Kaiut Yoga is about freedom of movement and has been designed to work through chronic pain and injuries, general aches and stiffness, and works for the inflexible, hyper flexible and the aging body. Relax your mind and prepare your body for a day of virtual education as Julia leads a session developed exclusively for registrants of AARC Congress 2020 LIVE!

Take a Mind Break: Kaiut Yoga

Julia O’Shea’s journey to yoga started while she was studying to be a respiratory therapist. Her research led her to study complementary alternative therapies for asthma, one of which is yoga. She currently works in the Pulmonary Rehab Center at the UVM Medical Center in Burlington, Vermont. Kaiut Yoga is about freedom of movement and has been designed to work through chronic pain and injuries, general aches and stiffness, and works for the inflexible, hyper flexible and the aging body. Relax your mind and prepare your body for a day of virtual education as Julia leads a session developed exclusively for registrants of AARC Congress 2020 LIVE!

Take a Mind Break: Kaiut Yoga

Julia O’Shea’s journey to yoga started while she was studying to be a respiratory therapist. Her research led her to study complementary alternative therapies for asthma, one of which is yoga. She currently works in the Pulmonary Rehab Center at the UVM Medical Center in Burlington, Vermont. Kaiut Yoga is about freedom of movement and has been designed to work through chronic pain and injuries, general aches and stiffness, and works for the inflexible, hyper flexible and the aging body. Relax your mind and prepare your body for a day of virtual education as Julia leads a session developed exclusively for registrants of AARC Congress 2020 LIVE!

Take a Mind Break: Kaiut Yoga

Julia O’Shea’s journey to yoga started while she was studying to be a respiratory therapist. Her research led her to study complementary alternative therapies for asthma, one of which is yoga. She currently works in the Pulmonary Rehab Center at the UVM Medical Center in Burlington, Vermont. Kaiut Yoga is about freedom of movement and has been designed to work through chronic pain and injuries, general aches and stiffness, and works for the inflexible, hyper flexible and the aging body. Relax your mind and prepare your body for a day of virtual education as Julia leads a session developed exclusively for registrants of AARC Congress 2020 LIVE!

Take a Mind Break: Kaiut Yoga

Julia O’Shea’s journey to yoga started while she was studying to be a respiratory therapist. Her research led her to study complementary alternative therapies for asthma, one of which is yoga. She currently works in the Pulmonary Rehab Center at the UVM Medical Center in Burlington, Vermont. Kaiut Yoga is about freedom of movement and has been designed to work through chronic pain and injuries, general aches and stiffness, and works for the inflexible, hyper flexible and the aging body. Relax your mind and prepare your body for a day of virtual education as Julia leads a session developed exclusively for registrants of AARC Congress 2020 LIVE!

Take a Mind Break: Kaiut Yoga

Julia O’Shea’s journey to yoga started while she was studying to be a respiratory therapist. Her research led her to study complementary alternative therapies for asthma, one of which is yoga. She currently works in the Pulmonary Rehab Center at the UVM Medical Center in Burlington, Vermont. Kaiut Yoga is about freedom of movement and has been designed to work through chronic pain and injuries, general aches and stiffness, and works for the inflexible, hyper flexible and the aging body. Relax your mind and prepare your body for a day of virtual education as Julia leads a session developed exclusively for registrants of AARC Congress 2020 LIVE!

Opening Keynote — 2020: Chaos, Crisis, and the Path Forward

Nisha Mehta, MD
2020 and the COVID-19 pandemic brought unprecedented stressors on an already stretched workforce, amplifying and bringing to light pre-existing issues in the healthcare landscape. While our teams heroically met the challenges they were faced with from a clinical perspective, they also struggled behind the scenes. Access to adequate PPE, sickness amongst clinicians, and emotional trauma contributed to rising burnout and clinician shortages that raise questions about the sustainability of the workforce. Looking ahead, it is clear that an emphasis on well-being and protection of our healthcare system's biggest asset, clinicians, is an essential policy priority for both organizations and patients, and this discussion will focus on the need to come up with solutions that move the needle in regards to career longevity.

Opening Keynote — 2020: Chaos, Crisis, and the Path Forward

Nisha Mehta, MD
2020 and the COVID-19 pandemic brought unprecedented stressors on an already stretched workforce, amplifying and bringing to light pre-existing issues in the healthcare landscape. While our teams heroically met the challenges they were faced with from a clinical perspective, they also struggled behind the scenes. Access to adequate PPE, sickness amongst clinicians, and emotional trauma contributed to rising burnout and clinician shortages that raise questions about the sustainability of the workforce. Looking ahead, it is clear that an emphasis on well-being and protection of our healthcare system's biggest asset, clinicians, is an essential policy priority for both organizations and patients, and this discussion will focus on the need to come up with solutions that move the needle in regards to career longevity.

Question and Answer with Dr. Mehta

Nisha Mehta, MD
Join Dr. Mehta for question and answer by clicking the Zoom Button

Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO): Mechanical Ventilation during Adult ECMO

Craig Rackley, MD
The management of a mechanical ventilator during ECMO is challenging, as optimal management strategies remain unknown. During this lecture, the speaker will review the current evidence and strategies regarding mechanical ventilation during ECMO.

Consultants: Get the Scoop and Practice Verbal Judo in Defending Respiratory Care Services

Garry Kauffman, MPA, RRT, FAARC
This interactive presentation will provide the RT leader with an understanding of why external consultants are being utilized to improve financial performance, quality & patient experience. The presenters will provide instruction to prepare, review performance goals, introduce various metrics to measure productivity to match patient demand, and how to work collaboratively.

PRO/CON: Children with Pediatric Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome must be Ventilated with Tidal V

Lee Polikoff, MD
The Pediatric Acute Lung Injury Consensus Conference did not reach strong agreement on the ideal tidal volume range for use in children with PARDS. In this pro/con debate, two experts will take turns on discussing the tidal volume issue through careful review of the most current data, while attempting to politely annihilate the opposing argument.

Prevention and Treatment of Postoperative Pulmonary Complications

Rich Branson, MSc, RRT, FAARC
Changes in lung volumes and respiratory mechanics are well known following upper abdomen and thoracic surgery. Post operatively respiratory therapists perform a host of therapies to both prevent and treat postoperative atelectasis and pneumonia. What is the evidence base for post-operative respiratory care?

Revisiting Adverse Childhood Experiences: Is this the Key to Managing COPD?

Tammy Kurszewski, DHSc, RRT, RRT-ACCS
A landmark study conducted by Kaiser-Permanente established a solid relationship between adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and the development of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). This interactive lecture will provide an overview of the findings from this study as well as current literature associated with the topic. An advanced discussion will challenge those providers in post-acute settings to evaluate opportunities to break the cycle of disease and improve quality-of-life for our at-risk population through education and empowerment.

Editor's Choice

Selected as the best Open Forum abstracts for 2020. Each author will provide a short PowerPoint presentation followed by an open discussion of the study with the moderators and attendees.

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Mechanical Ventilation During Adult ECMO

Craig Rackley, MD

The management of a mechanical ventilator during ECMO is challenging, as optimal management strategies remain unknown. During this lecture, the speaker will review the current evidence and strategies regarding mechanical ventilation during ECMO.

This session is part of the “Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO)” symposium.

Consultants: Get the Scoop and Practice Verbal Judo in Defending Respiratory Care Services

Garry Kauffman, MPA, RRT, FAARC
This interactive presentation will provide the RT leader with an understanding of why external consultants are being used to improve financial performance, quality and patient experience. The presenters will provide instruction to prepare and review performance goals, introduce metrics to measure productivity to match patient demand, and work collaboratively.

PRO/CON: Children with Pediatric Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome Must be Ventilated With Tidal V

Lee Polikoff, MD
The Pediatric Acute Lung Injury Consensus Conference did not reach strong agreement on the ideal tidal volume range for use in children with PARDS. In this pro/con conversation, two experts will discuss their views on the tidal volume issue through careful review of the most current data, all while attempting to politely defeat the opposing argument.

Prevention and Treatment of Postoperative Pulmonary Complications

Rich Branson, MSc, RRT, FAARC

Changes in lung volumes and respiratory mechanics are well known following upper abdomen and thoracic surgery. Respiratory therapists perform a host of therapies to both prevent and treat postoperative atelectasis and pneumonia. What is the evidence base for postoperative respiratory care?

This session is part of the “New Horizons Care of the High Risk Surgical Patient” symposium.

Revisiting Adverse Childhood Experiences: Is This The Key to Managing COPD?

Tammy Kurszewski, DHSc, RRT, RRT-ACCS
A landmark study conducted by Kaiser-Permanente established a solid relationship between adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and the development of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). This interactive lecture will provide an overview of the findings from this study as well as current literature associated with the topic. An advanced discussion will challenge those providers in post-acute settings to evaluate opportunities to break the cycle of disease and improve quality-of-life for our at-risk population through education and empowerment.

Editors’ Choice

Selected as the best Open Forum abstracts for 2020. Each author will provide a short PowerPoint presentation followed by an open discussion of the study with the moderators and attendees.

Sponsored by:

PRO/CON: Children with Pediatric Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome must be Ventilated with Tidal V

Alexandre Rotta, MD
The Pediatric Acute Lung Injury Consensus Conference did not reach strong agreement on the ideal tidal volume range for use in children with PARDS. In this pro/con debate, two experts will take turns on discussing the tidal volume issue through careful review of the most current data, while attempting to politely annihilate the opposing argument.

PRO/CON: Children with Pediatric Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome Must be Ventilated With Tidal V

Alexandre Rotta, MD
The Pediatric Acute Lung Injury Consensus Conference did not reach strong agreement on the ideal tidal volume range for use in children with PARDS. In this pro/con conversation, two experts will discuss their views on the tidal volume issue through careful review of the most current data, all while attempting to politely defeat the opposing argument.

Consultants: Get the Scoop and Practice Verbal Judo in Defending Respiratory Care Services

Roxanne Sams, MA, RN, ARNP-BC
This interactive presentation will provide the RT leader with an understanding of why external consultants are being utilized to improve financial performance, quality & patient experience. The presenters will provide instruction to prepare, review performance goals, introduce various metrics to measure productivity to match patient demand, and how to work collaboratively.

Consultants: Get the Scoop and Practice Verbal Judo in Defending Respiratory Care Services

Roxanne Sams, MA, RN, ARNP-BC
This interactive presentation will provide the RT leader with an understanding of why external consultants are being used to improve financial performance, quality and patient experience. The presenters will provide instruction to prepare and review performance goals, introduce metrics to measure productivity to match patient demand, and work collaboratively.

Postoperative Management of Hypoxemia: CPAP, HFNC or Standard O2 therapy

Jie Li, PhD, RRT, RRT-ACCS
Following extubation oxygen therapy is typically required to alleviate hypoxemia and prevent complications. How much oxygen and how should it be delivered? How important is humidification? Are there differences in the risk and rate of hypoxemia? What are the potential adverse effects of hyperopia?

Postoperative management of Hypoxemia: CPAP, HFNC or Standard O2 therapy

Jie Li, PhD, RRT, RRT-ACCS

Following extubation, oxygen therapy is typically required to alleviate hypoxemia and prevent complications. How much oxygen and how should it be delivered? How important is humidification? Are there differences in the risk and rate of hypoxemia? What are the potential adverse effects of hyperopia? This lecture aims to answer these questions, giving attendees strategies to employ in their patient care.

This session is part of the “New Horizons Care of the High Risk Surgical Patient” symposium.

Sedation Management and Mobilization during ECMO

Cara Agerstrand, MD
The lecture will review the evidence and common practices that pertain to the sedation management and mobilization during ECMO.

Returning Patients with Complex Medical Needs to their Rural Communities

Melissa Gulizia, RRT
Diane Ulmer, OTR/L
The attendees will gain valuable insight into the barriers faced by patients with complex medical needs returning to rural communities and their ability to remain within the home with an effective emergency preparedness plan. They will explore tools that members of the interdisciplinary team can utilize for family training such as caregiver checklists and manuals, self advocacy, home access and transportation options. The challenges to acquiring DME companies in rural areas will also be discussed along with access to providers and caregivers to sustain longevity within their community.

Sedation Management and Mobilization During ECMO

Cara Agerstrand, MD

The lecture will review the evidence and common practices that pertain to the sedation management and mobilization during ECMO.

This session is part of the “Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO)” symposium.

Returning Patients With Complex Medical Needs to Their Rural Communities

Melissa Gulizia, RRT
Diane Ulmer, OTR/L
The attendees will gain valuable insight into the barriers faced by patients with complex medical needs returning to rural communities and their ability to remain within the home with an effective emergency preparedness plan. They will explore tools that members of the interdisciplinary team can use for family training, such as caregiver checklists and manuals, self-advocacy, home access and transportation options. The challenges to acquiring DME companies in rural areas will also be discussed along with access to providers and caregivers to sustain longevity within their community.

I'm High-Risk…Monitor Me & Keep Me Safe

Robert Mazzola, MD, MSPH, FCCP
With CMS promoting total knee & hip surgeries as same-day procedures, who will be monitoring patients at home? Join the principal investigator as he shares outcomes of a grant funded, home monitoring feasibility study. The presenter will report outcomes from patients monitored for 4-days at home post-operatively using side-by-side recorded pulse oximetry and capnography data. What is the team proposing be studied next to monitor/assure patient safety? Which value alarmed first? What will they monitor next? Learn how implementing such safety initiatives can expand your RT scope of practice.

I'm High-Risk…Monitor Me & Keep Me Safe

Robert Mazzola, MD, MSPH, FCCP
With CMS encouraging total knee and hip surgeries as same-day procedures, who will be monitoring patients at home? This lecture will review outcomes of a grant funded, home monitoring feasibility study. The presenter will report outcomes from patients monitored for four days at home postoperatively using side-by-side recorded pulse oximetry and capnography data. What is the team proposing be studied next to monitor and assure patient safety? Which value alarmed first? What will they monitor next? Learn how implementing such safety initiatives can expand your RT scope of practice.

Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO): Discontinuation of ECMO

Craig Rackley, MD
The lecture will review the current evidence and strategies related to the discontinuation of ECMO.

Are We There Yet? - A Review Pediatric High Flow Nasal Cannula Data

Joel Brown, RRT, FAARC
The high flow nasal cannula has been a frequently used oxygen delivery device in the pediatric and neonatal patient population for years now. Unfortunately, the evidence hasn't kept up with the use. In this lecture, the speaker will review the best peer-reviewed papers over the last two years that either supports or discourages our current practices.

Intraoperative Ventilation in the High Risk Surgical Patient

Ulrich Schmidt, MD, PhD, MBA
Management of the high risk surgical patient includes intraoperative management. The use of low VT, PEEP and recruitment maneuvers have been shown to have both positive and negative complications. How does intraoperative management impact postoperative pulmonary function and pulmonary complications.

The Role of Wearable Technology and Smart Phone Applications in COPD Management

Adam Mullaly, BS, RRT, AE-C
This talk will present a review of the literature, investigating the impact of wearable technology and smart phone applications in COPD management.

Discontinuation of ECMO

Craig Rackley, MD

The lecture will review the current evidence and strategies related to the discontinuation of ECMO.

This session is part of the “Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO)” symposium.

Are We There Yet? — A Review Pediatric High Flow Nasal Cannula Data

Joel Brown, RRT, FAARC
The high flow nasal cannula has been a frequently used oxygen delivery device in the pediatric and neonatal patient population for years now. Unfortunately, the evidence hasn't kept up with the use. In this lecture, the speaker will review the best peer-reviewed papers over the last two years that either supports or discourages our current practices.

Intraoperative Ventilation in the High-Risk Surgical Patient

Ulrich Schmidt, MD, PhD, MBA

Management of the high-risk surgical patient includes intraoperative management. The use of low VT, PEEP and recruitment maneuvers have been shown to have both positive and negative complications. This lecture discusses how intraoperative management impacts postoperative pulmonary function and pulmonary complications.

This session is part of the “New Horizons Care of the High Risk Surgical Patient” symposium.

The Role of Wearable Technology and Smart Phone Applications in COPD Management

Adam Mullaly, BS, RRT, AE-C
This talk will present a review of the literature, investigating the impact of wearable technology and smartphone applications in COPD management.

Take a Fun Food Break with an AARC Staff Member

Stove Top® Spinach Balls
With the holidays coming up, check out this delicious way to share some bite-sized love and some healthy veggies with family and friends. Join Tina Sawyer, AARC Membership Customer Service Manager, for "Cooking with Tina".

Take a Fun Food Break with an AARC Staff Member

Stove Top® Spinach Balls
With the holidays coming up, check out this delicious way to share some bite-sized love and some healthy veggies with family and friends. Join Tina Sawyer, AARC Membership Customer Service Manager, for "Cooking with Tina".

Take a Fun Food Break with an AARC Staff Member

Stove Top® Spinach Balls
With the holidays coming up, check out this delicious way to share some bite-sized love and some healthy veggies with family and friends. Join Tina Sawyer, AARC Membership Customer Service Manager, for "Cooking with Tina".

Take a Fun Food Break with an AARC Staff Member

Stove Top® Spinach Balls
With the holidays coming up, check out this delicious way to share some bite-sized love and some healthy veggies with family and friends. Join Tina Sawyer, AARC Membership Customer Service Manager, for "Cooking with Tina".

Take a Fun Food Break with an AARC Staff Member

Stove Top® Spinach Balls
With the holidays coming up, check out this delicious way to share some bite-sized love and some healthy veggies with family and friends. Join Tina Sawyer, AARC Membership Customer Service Manager, for "Cooking with Tina".

PFTs, Pulmonary Disease, Home Care, and Equipment

Researchers and clinicians present their findings in sessions grouped by topic. Authors briefly present their findings and engage in an open discussion with the moderators and attendees.

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Take a Fun Food Break with an AARC Staff Member

Stove Top® Spinach Balls
With the holidays coming up, check out this delicious way to share some bite-sized love and some healthy veggies with family and friends. Join Tina Sawyer, AARC Membership Customer Service Manager, for "Cooking with Tina".

Take a Fun Food Break with an AARC Staff Member

Stove Top® Spinach Balls
With the holidays coming up, check out this delicious way to share some bite-sized love and some healthy veggies with family and friends. Join Tina Sawyer, AARC Membership Customer Service Manager, for "Cooking with Tina".

Take a Fun Food Break with an AARC Staff Member

Stove Top® Spinach Balls
With the holidays coming up, check out this delicious way to share some bite-sized love and some healthy veggies with family and friends. Join Tina Sawyer, AARC Membership Customer Service Manager, for "Cooking with Tina".

Take a Fun Food Break with an AARC Staff Member

Stove Top® Spinach Balls
With the holidays coming up, check out this delicious way to share some bite-sized love and some healthy veggies with family and friends. Join Tina Sawyer, AARC Membership Customer Service Manager, for "Cooking with Tina".

Take a Fun Food Break with an AARC Staff Member

Stove Top® Spinach Balls
With the holidays coming up, check out this delicious way to share some bite-sized love and some healthy veggies with family and friends. Join Tina Sawyer, AARC Membership Customer Service Manager, for "Cooking with Tina".

PFTs, Pulmonary Disease, Home Care, and Equipment

Researchers and clinicians present their findings in sessions grouped by topic. Authors briefly present their findings and engage in an open discussion with the moderators and attendees.

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Preoperative Evaluation of the High Risk Surgical Patient

Eduardo Mireles-Cabodevila, MD
Pulmonary complications are among the most common and most lethal postoperative complications. Part of designing treatment plans includes the pre-operative assessment of risk. Preoperative assessment may include pulmonary function testing, exercise tolerance and hemodynamic evaluation. This lecture will describe which patients are at risk and what measurements can predict poor outcomes.

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Preoperative Evaluation of the High-Risk Surgical Patient

Eduardo Mireles-Cabodevila, MD
Pulmonary complications are among the most common and most lethal postoperative complications. Part of designing treatment plans includes the pre-operative assessment of risk. Preoperative assessment may include pulmonary function testing, exercise tolerance and hemodynamic evaluation. This lecture will describe which patients are at risk and what measurements can predict poor outcomes.

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Should I Monitor More During Invasive Ventilation?: Respiratory Drive of the Patient

L. Felipe Damiani, PhD, MSc, RRT
Respiratory drive can be both beneficial and harmful to the diaphragm and to the lungs. This lecture will discuss respiratory drive and what the evidence suggests regarding its routine monitoring at the bedside.

Blending Traditional Lecture Strategies with Simulation-based Training: An Active Learning Approach

Randy Case, PhD, RRT, RRT-NPS
Pedagogical literature and research has demonstrated the benefits of student engagement and active participation in conjunction with traditional lecture strategies within the classroom. Active learning places the student at the center of a lecture’s objective and often has a greater impact on student mastery of higher- versus lower-level cognitive skills. This presentation will examine the utilization of this blended style of education within the Respiratory Therapy curriculum while also evaluating the benefits associated with its use from faculty and student perspectives.

The Golden Hour and the Silver Lining: Birth and Beyond

Sherry Courtney, MD
Clinical decisions made by the care team immediately after birth can have a significant impact on the preterm lung. The presenter will review current evidence and best practice for the "Golden Hour" and beyond

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Assessment and Treatment of Anxiety During Mechanical Ventilation

Karsten Roberts, MSc, RRT, RRT-ACCS
Many patients on mechanical ventilation experience anxiety. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a psychological intervention that helps to decrease anxiety. This lecture will use case studies describe how to assess anxiety and use CBT to decrease anxiety in mechanically ventilated patients.

Should I Monitor More During Invasive Ventilation?: Respiratory Drive of the Patient

L. Felipe Damiani, PhD, MSc, RRT

Respiratory drive can be both beneficial and harmful to the diaphragm and to the lungs. This lecture will discuss respiratory drive and what the evidence suggests regarding its routine monitoring at the bedside.

This session is part of the “Should I Monitor More During Invasive Ventilation?” symposium.

Blending Traditional Lecture Strategies With Simulation-based Training: An Active Learning Approach

Randy Case, PhD, RRT, RRT-NPS
Pedagogical literature and research have demonstrated the benefits of student engagement and active participation in conjunction with traditional lecture strategies within the classroom. Active learning places the student at the center of a lecture’s objective and often has a greater impact on student mastery of higher-level cognitive skills. This presentation will examine the use of this blended style of education within the respiratory therapy curriculum. The lecture will also evaluate the benefits associated with its use from faculty and student perspectives.

The Golden Hour and the Silver Lining: Birth and Beyond

Sherry Courtney, MD
Clinical decisions made by the care team immediately after birth can have a significant impact on the preterm lung. The presenter will review current evidence and best practice for the “Golden Hour” and beyond.

Sponsored by:

Assessment and Treatment of Anxiety During Mechanical Ventilation

Karsten Roberts, MSc, RRT, RRT-ACCS
Many patients on mechanical ventilation experience anxiety. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a psychological intervention that helps to decrease anxiety. This lecture will use case studies describe how to assess anxiety and use cognitive behavioral therapy to decrease anxiety in mechanically ventilated patients.

VAP/VAE, CLABSI, CAUTI, SSI: The RTs Role in System-Wide HAI Prevention

Joel Brown, RRT, FAARC
Hospital acquired infections (HAI) lead to tens of thousands of lost lives and an increase in the cost of care nationwide. In order to eliminate the potential of these infections, many health care systems have adopted a multi-disciplinary approach to process improvement. This lecture will discussed the role of an RT in HAI elimination efforts and review evidence that supports them.

VAP/VAE, CLABSI, CAUTI, SSI: The RTs Role in System-Wide HAI Prevention

Joel Brown, RRT, FAARC
Hospital acquired infections (HAI) leads to tens of thousands of lost lives and an increase in the cost of care nationwide. In order to eliminate the potential of these infections, many health care systems have adopted a multi-disciplinary approach to process improvement. This lecture will discuss the role of an RT in HAI elimination efforts and review evidence that supports them.

Should I Monitor More During Invasive Ventilation?: Driving Pressure and Mechanical Power

Eddy Fan, MD, PhD
Driving pressure and now mechanical power are measurements with growing interest in the literature. This lecture will describe these concepts and discuss and any evidence that routine measurements of these values should be used.

Should I Monitor More During Invasive Ventilation?: Driving Pressure and Mechanical Power

Eddy Fan, MD, PhD

Driving pressure and now mechanical power are measurements with growing interest in the profession. This lecture will describe these concepts and discuss any evidence that routine measurements of these values should be used.

This session is part of the “Should I Monitor More During Invasive Ventilation?” symposium.

Using Simulation to Train and Evaluate Airway Management Choreography

Julianne Perretta, MSEd, RRT, CHSE-A
This session will explore the use of simulation to create an institution-standard for emergency management performance. Building upon work in resuscitative care and identified issues in airway management performance, the presentation will describe the educational interventions and impact they have on the pediatric rapid response team within a large pediatric hospital. It includes airway management choreography, logistics of training, and the use of simulation as a tool for education and data collection.

Use of Aerosolized Medication for the Treatment of Severe BPD

Natalie Napolitano, MPH, RRT, FAARC
Discuss the newest evidence surrounding the use of aerosolized medications in the treatment of Severe BPD.

Noninvasive Assessment of Shock Using Ultrasound

Sara Mirza, MD, MS
Ultrasound can be a useful tool to recognize shock etiologies. This lecture will focus on the rationale of ultrasound in shock and diagnostic strategies used to rapidly differentiate shock states.

Using Simulation to Train and Evaluate Airway Management Choreography

Julianne Perretta, MSEd, RRT, CHSE-A
This session will explore the use of simulation to create an institution-standard for emergency management performance. Building upon work in resuscitative care and identified issues in airway management performance, the presentation will describe the educational interventions and impact they have on the pediatric rapid response team within a large pediatric hospital. It includes airway management choreography, logistics of training, and the use of simulation as a tool for education and data collection.

Use of Aerosolized Medication for the Treatment of Severe BPD

Natalie Napolitano, MPH, RRT, FAARC
Discuss the newest evidence surrounding the use of aerosolized medications in the treatment of Severe BPD.

Noninvasive Assessment of Shock Using Ultrasound

Sara Mirza, MD, MS
Ultrasound can be a useful tool to recognize shock etiologies. This lecture will focus on the rationale of ultrasound in shock and diagnostic strategies used to rapidly differentiate shock states.

CLICK HERE for Science and Clinical Research of APRV using the TCAV Method

Sponsored by Draeger

This symposium, is intended for clinicians with a basic understanding of APRV and will review the science and clinical research of the TCAV method used to apply the APRV mode.

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CLICK HERE for Science and Clinical Research of APRV using the TCAV Method

Sponsored by Draeger

This symposium is intended for clinicians with a basic understanding of APRV and will review the science and clinical research of the TCAV method used to apply the APRV mode.

Click here to join

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Medical Mysteries: Investigating Improved CF-ILD Care Through Patient Empowerment

Sponsored by the Academy for Continued Healthcare Learning

Medical Mysteries: Investigating Improved CF-ILD Care Through Patient Empowerment

The webinar will feature a pulmonologist and respiratory therapist who will explore the role of RRTs in identifying misdiagnosed or at-risk patients with Chronic-Fibrosing Interstitial Lung Disease (CF-ILD), discuss pulmonary function monitoring, and examine patient needs to maximize QoL through comprehensive care plans with the help of a Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation (PFF) patient advocate.

Click here to join us.

Medical Mysteries: Investigating Improved CF-ILD Care Through Patient Empowerment

Sponsored by the Academy for Continued Healthcare Learning

Medical Mysteries: Investigating Improved CF-ILD Care Through Patient Empowerment

The webinar will feature a pulmonologist and respiratory therapist who will explore the role of RRTs in identifying misdiagnosed or at-risk patients with Chronic-Fibrosing Interstitial Lung Disease (CF-ILD), discuss pulmonary function monitoring, and examine patient needs to maximize QoL through comprehensive care plans with the help of a Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation (PFF) patient advocate.

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Improving Outcomes in COPD with NIV Proportional Open Ventilation from Hospital to Home

Sponsored by Hillrom

Improving Outcomes in COPD with NIV Proportional Open Ventilation from Hospital to Home

This course explores the treatment continuum for COPD, healthcare consequences, hospital readmission rates, and the role of non-invasive ventilation (NIV) including the benefits and limitations of traditional options. Open Ventilation technology is introduced as a new solution for providing NIV during activity in home and acute settings, including a review of the clinical data that supports its use.

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Improving Outcomes in COPD with NIV Proportional Open Ventilation from Hospital to Home

Sponsored by Hillrom

Improving Outcomes in COPD with NIV Proportional Open Ventilation from Hospital to Home

This course explores the treatment continuum for COPD, healthcare consequences, hospital readmission rates, and the role of non-invasive ventilation (NIV) including the benefits and limitations of traditional options. Open Ventilation technology is introduced as a new solution for providing NIV during activity in home and acute settings, including a review of the clinical data that supports its use.

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Take a Mind Break: Meditation

In need of some peace, calm and ohhhmm? Join Bobbie Perkins of the Dallas Meditation Center for a guided meditation created specifically for our attendees. Bobbie will guide you through a meditation in a peaceful setting to calm, sooth and relax your mind, body and spirit during this stressful time. Prepare for peace.

Take a Mind Break: Meditation

In need of some peace, calm and ohhhmm? Join Bobbie Perkins of the Dallas Meditation Center for a guided meditation created specifically for our attendees. Bobbie will guide you through a meditation in a peaceful setting to calm, sooth and relax your mind, body and spirit during this stressful time. Prepare for peace.

Take a Mind Break: Meditation

In need of some peace, calm and ohhhmm? Join Bobbie Perkins of the Dallas Meditation Center for a guided meditation created specifically for our attendees. Bobbie will guide you through a meditation in a peaceful setting to calm, sooth and relax your mind, body and spirit during this stressful time. Prepare for peace.

Take a Mind Break: Meditation

In need of some peace, calm and ohhhmm? Join Bobbie Perkins of the Dallas Meditation Center for a guided meditation created specifically for our attendees. Bobbie will guide you through a meditation in a peaceful setting to calm, sooth and relax your mind, body and spirit during this stressful time. Prepare for peace.

Take a Mind Break: Meditation

In need of some peace, calm and ohhhmm? Join Bobbie Perkins of the Dallas Meditation Center for a guided meditation created specifically for our attendees. Bobbie will guide you through a meditation in a peaceful setting to calm, sooth and relax your mind, body and spirit during this stressful time. Prepare for peace.

Take a Mind Break: Meditation

In need of some peace, calm and ohhhmm? Join Bobbie Perkins of the Dallas Meditation Center for a guided meditation created specifically for our attendees. Bobbie will guide you through a meditation in a peaceful setting to calm, sooth and relax your mind, body and spirit during this stressful time. Prepare for peace.

Take a Mind Break: Meditation

In need of some peace, calm and ohhhmm? Join Bobbie Perkins of the Dallas Meditation Center for a guided meditation created specifically for our attendees. Bobbie will guide you through a meditation in a peaceful setting to calm, sooth and relax your mind, body and spirit during this stressful time. Prepare for peace.

Take a Mind Break: Meditation

In need of some peace, calm and ohhhmm? Join Bobbie Perkins of the Dallas Meditation Center for a guided meditation created specifically for our attendees. Bobbie will guide you through a meditation in a peaceful setting to calm, sooth and relax your mind, body and spirit during this stressful time. Prepare for peace.

Take a Mind Break: Meditation

In need of some peace, calm and ohhhmm? Join Bobbie Perkins of the Dallas Meditation Center for a guided meditation created specifically for our attendees. Bobbie will guide you through a meditation in a peaceful setting to calm, sooth and relax your mind, body and spirit during this stressful time. Prepare for peace.

Flag Folding Ceremony

Wadie Williams, Jr, MS, RRT, CerAT, MEMS, FAARC
Joseph Buhain, EdD, RRT, FAARC
Michael DePeralta, MBA, RRT, RCP, PDE

Flag Folding Ceremony

Wadie Williams, Jr, MS, RRT, CerAT, MEMS, FAARC
Joseph Buhain, EdD, RRT, FAARC
Michael DePeralta, MBA, RRT, RCP, PDE

8th Thomas L Petty Memorial Lecture: Long-term Domiciliary Non-invasive Ventilation for COPD

Robert Owens, MD
COPD is a major cause of morbidity and mortality in the world and is the fourth leading cause of death in the United States. Despite progress in the treatment of symptoms and prevention of acute exacerbations, few advances limit disease progression or decrease mortality. The only interventions known to reduce mortality in COPD are smoking cessation and long-term oxygen therapy in patients with resting hypoxemia. There remains significant interest in the role of NIV at home. However, identifying which patients might benefit, the duration and severity of support is unknown. Recent guidelines address these issues, and the evidence will be presented.

8th Thomas L Petty Memorial Lecture: Long-term Domiciliary Non-invasive Ventilation for COPD

Robert Owens, MD
COPD is a major cause of morbidity and mortality in the world and is the fourth leading cause of death in the United States. Despite progress in the treatment of symptoms and prevention of acute exacerbations, few advances limit disease progression or decrease mortality. The only interventions known to reduce mortality in COPD are smoking cessation and long-term oxygen therapy in patients with resting hypoxemia. There remains significant interest in the role of NIV at home. However, identifying which patients might benefit, the duration and severity of support is unknown. Recent guidelines address these issues, and the evidence will be presented.

Take a Fun Food Break with an AARC Staff Member: Homemade Salsa Verde

Homemade Salsa Verde
The heat of chiles is measured in Scoville Units. Some people like them hot; others . . . not! Join Catie Anderson, AARC Membership Services Specialist, as she brings the heat to her customizable, party-worthy salsa.

Take a Fun Food Break with an AARC Staff Member: Homemade Salsa Verde

Homemade Salsa Verde
The heat of chiles is measured in Scoville Units. Some people like them hot; others . . . not! Join Catie Anderson, AARC Membership Services Specialist, as she brings the heat to her customizable, party-worthy salsa.

Take a Fun Food Break with an AARC Staff Member: Homemade Salsa Verde

Homemade Salsa Verde
The heat of chiles is measured in Scoville Units. Some people like them hot; others . . . not! Join Catie Anderson, AARC Membership Services Specialist, as she brings the heat to her customizable, party-worthy salsa.

Take a Fun Food Break with an AARC Staff Member: Homemade Salsa Verde

Homemade Salsa Verde
The heat of chiles is measured in Scoville Units. Some people like them hot; others . . . not! Join Catie Anderson, AARC Membership Services Specialist, as she brings the heat to her customizable, party-worthy salsa.

Take a Fun Food Break with an AARC Staff Member: Homemade Salsa Verde

Homemade Salsa Verde
The heat of chiles is measured in Scoville Units. Some people like them hot; others . . . not! Join Catie Anderson, AARC Membership Services Specialist, as she brings the heat to her customizable, party-worthy salsa.

Take a Fun Food Break with an AARC Staff Member: Homemade Salsa Verde

Homemade Salsa Verde
The heat of chiles is measured in Scoville Units. Some people like them hot; others . . . not! Join Catie Anderson, AARC Membership Services Specialist, as she brings the heat to her customizable, party-worthy salsa.

Take a Fun Food Break with an AARC Staff Member: Homemade Salsa Verde

Homemade Salsa Verde
The heat of chiles is measured in Scoville Units. Some people like them hot; others . . . not! Join Catie Anderson, AARC Membership Services Specialist, as she brings the heat to her customizable, party-worthy salsa.

Take a Fun Food Break with an AARC Staff Member: Homemade Salsa Verde

Homemade Salsa Verde
The heat of chiles is measured in Scoville Units. Some people like them hot; others . . . not! Join Catie Anderson, AARC Membership Services Specialist, as she brings the heat to her customizable, party-worthy salsa.

Take a Fun Food Break with an AARC Staff Member: Homemade Salsa Verde

Homemade Salsa Verde
The heat of chiles is measured in Scoville Units. Some people like them hot; others . . . not! Join Catie Anderson, AARC Membership Services Specialist, as she brings the heat to her customizable, party-worthy salsa.

Take a Fun Food Break with an AARC Staff Member: Homemade Salsa Verde

Homemade Salsa Verde
The heat of chiles is measured in Scoville Units. Some people like them hot; others . . . not! Join Catie Anderson, AARC Membership Services Specialist, as she brings the heat to her customizable, party-worthy salsa.

Hyperoxemia in the ICU - Acceptable Practice or Lurking Danger?

John Davies, MA, RRT, FAARC
Historically, oxygen has been delivered with only a lower saturation or PaO2 threshold in mind. The upper threshold is usually not considered. This presentation will examine the literature and attempt to discern whether or not hyperoxemia needs to be avoided in the ICU.

The Role of Pulmonary Function Testing in the Diagnosis and Management of Chronic Obstructive Pulmon

Jeffery Haynes, RRT, RPFT
Pulmonary function testing heavily relied upon to diagnose and manage COPD; however, some patients can have significant COPD without "abnormal" PFTs. This lecture will review the strengths and limitations of using PFTs to diagnose and management COPD.

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Bridging the Digital Health Literacy Divide

Kimberly Clark, EdD, RRT, RRT-NPS
The Internet, social media, and Apps continue to increase their presence as mainstream information sources. With all of the information available, do patients know how to find reliable health information? Health information can be confusing and overwhelming for many, especially individuals with low health literacy. This presentation provides an overview of the pitfalls and challenges of navigating through the vast amounts of digital health resources and offers strategies to close the digital divide to help patients find reliable health information for informed health decisions.

Negative Home Sleep Apnea Test - What Comes Next?

Evette Reyes, MBA, RRT, RPSGT
Home Sleep Apnea Tests (HSATs) are now becoming more popular due to their portability, cost-efficiency, and convenience. What happens when the HSAT is negative for obstructive sleep apnea, but patient is still sleepy? Are there instances that retesting is appropriate? Should patients be re-tested with polysomnography or repeat HSAT? Are HSATs even reliable? Learn how to increase your confidence and help advance the practice of sleep medicine.

Maternal Transport- Working Below the Diaphragm

Olivia Kaullen, MHA, RRT, CPHQ
Ever been interested in learning more about transporting high risk OB patients? We’ve got information for you! Aren’t you afraid mom will deliver in the air? Why transport a mom from one hospital to another when she’s delivering? Are you crazy? These are all questions we will have the answers to!

Aerosols, Oxygen Therapy, Airway Care

Researchers and clinicians present their findings in sessions grouped by topic. Authors briefly present their findings and engage in an open discussion with the moderators and attendees.

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Hyperoxemia in the ICU — Acceptable Practice or Lurking Danger?

John Davies, MA, RRT, FAARC
Historically, oxygen has been delivered with only a lower saturation or PaO2 threshold in mind. The upper threshold is usually not considered. This presentation will examine the literature and attempt to discern whether hyperoxemia needs to be avoided in the ICU.

The Role of Pulmonary Function Testing in the Diagnosis and Management of COPD

Jeffery Haynes, RRT, RPFT
We rely heavily on pulmonary function testing to diagnose and manage COPD; however, some patients can have significant COPD without abnormal PFTs. This lecture will review the strengths and limitations of using PFTs to diagnose and management COPD.

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Bridging the Digital Health Literacy Divide

Kimberly Clark, EdD, RRT, RRT-NPS
The online searches, social media, and apps for just about anything continue to increase their presence as mainstream information sources. With all of the information available, do patients know how to find reliable health information? Health information can be confusing and overwhelming, especially for individuals with low health literacy. This presentation provides an overview of the pitfalls and challenges of navigating through digital health resources. Attendees will leave with strategies to close the digital divide to help patients find reliable health information for informed health decisions.

Negative Home Sleep Apnea Test — What Comes Next?

Evette Reyes, MBA, RRT, RPSGT
Home Sleep Apnea Tests (HSATs) are becoming more popular due to their portability, cost-efficiency, and convenience. What happens when the HSAT is negative for obstructive sleep apnea, but your patient is still sleepy? Are there instances that retesting is appropriate? Should patients be re-tested with polysomnography or repeat HSAT? Are HSATs even reliable? Learn how to increase your confidence and help advance the practice of sleep medicine.

Maternal Transport- Working Below the Diaphragm

Olivia Kaullen, MHA, RRT, CPHQ
Ever been interested in learning more about transporting high risk OB patients? We’ve got information for you! Aren’t you afraid mom will deliver in the air? Why transport a mom from one hospital to another when she’s delivering? Are you crazy? These are all questions we will have the answers to!

Aerosols, Oxygen Therapy, Airway Care

Researchers and clinicians present their findings in sessions grouped by topic. Authors briefly present their findings and engage in an open discussion with the moderators and attendees.

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The Consequences of Sleep Curtailment and Deprivation

Amanda Roby, MHS, RRT, RPSGT
This presentations investigates research studies from the past and the present regarding the metabolic and cardiovascular consequences of sleep curtailment and sleep deprivation. Other research discussed will be sleep deprivation consequences with obesity and diabetes and Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) and diabetes.

The Consequences of Sleep Curtailment and Deprivation

Amanda Roby, MHS, RRT, RPSGT
This presentation investigates research studies regarding the metabolic and cardiovascular consequences of sleep curtailment and sleep deprivation. Other research discussed will be sleep deprivation consequences with obesity and diabetes and obstructive sleep apnea and diabetes.

Patient Assessment: Lung and Pleural Ultrasound

Sara Mirza, MD, MS
Bedside ultrasound is used to quickly and accurately assess acutely ill patients. This lecture will review the technical and clinical applications of lung and pleural ultrasound in acute care.

Neonatal Transport - Thinking Inside the Box

Jennifer Watts, MSc, RRT, C-NPT
The transport environment presents a high stimulation atmosphere for the neonatal patient. Neonatal patients within high degrees of stimulation may face developmental issues down the road. This presentation will focus on the essential care during transport to ensure the least amount of stimulation and safest method possible to move from point A to point B.

Patient Assessment: Lung and Pleural Ultrasound

Sara Mirza, MD, MS
Bedside ultrasound is used to quickly and accurately assess acutely ill patients. This lecture will review the technical and clinical applications of lung and pleural ultrasound in acute care.

Neonatal Transport - Thinking Inside the Box

Jennifer Watts, MSc, RRT, C-NPT
The transport environment presents a high stimulation atmosphere for the neonatal patient. Neonatal patients within high degrees of stimulation may face developmental issues down the road. This presentation will focus on the essential care during transport to ensure the least amount of stimulation and safest method possible to move from point A to point B.

Bronchodilator Responsiveness Testing: Beyond 12% and 200 ml

David Kaminsky, MD
The 2019 spirometry standards reference reversibility testing as bronchodilator responsiveness. Several definitions of bronchodilator response have been suggested, ranging from 8% to 25%. There are criteria that may suggest using an increase in the percent predicted or z-scores. A meaningful bronchodilator response should be derived from both statistical and clinical considerations the definition of a minimal clinically important difference. The presentation addresses recent studies that expand the definition and understanding of the measurement of bronchial responsiveness.

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Turning a New Grad Into An ICU Clinician

Stephen Hepditch, BS, RRT, RRT-NPS
RT departments are increasingly faced with the challenge of replacing senior staff with new graduate therapists. This discussion will focus on effective tools necessary for preceptors, educators and leaders to assess and develop new staff into competent, confident, engaged members of your team.

Bronchodilator Responsiveness Testing: Beyond 12% and 200 ml

David Kaminsky, MD
The 2019 spirometry standards reference reversibility testing as bronchodilator responsiveness. Several definitions of bronchodilator response have been suggested, ranging from 8% to 25%. There are criteria that may suggest using an increase in the percent predicted or z-scores. A meaningful bronchodilator response should be derived from both statistical and clinical considerations the definition of a minimal clinically important difference. The presentation addresses recent studies that expand the definition and understanding of the measurement of bronchial responsiveness.

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Turning a New Grad Into An ICU Clinician

Stephen Hepditch, BS, RRT, RRT-NPS
RT departments are increasingly faced with the challenge of replacing senior staff with new graduate therapists. This discussion will focus on effective tools necessary for preceptors, educators and leaders to assess and develop new staff into competent, confident, engaged members of your team.

A Box of Chocolates: Transport Surprises of the ECMO Patient

John Inkrott, RRT, RRT-ACCS
Safe and successful transport of the ECMO patient relies heavily on receiving an accurate and concise patient report. However, nothing is certain when caring for the sickest patients, and outcomes can be affected. When your patient report is nothing like the patient you find, what bedside decisions are made by the transport team and how do these affect outcomes? This presentation will focus on the successful transports of three ECMO cases where what was reported, is nothing like what was found.

A Box of Chocolates: Transport Surprises of the ECMO Patient

John Inkrott, RRT, RRT-ACCS
Safe and successful transport of the ECMO patient relies heavily on receiving an accurate and concise patient report. However, nothing is certain when caring for the sickest patients, and outcomes can be affected. When your patient report is nothing like the patient you find, what bedside decisions are made by the transport team and how do these affect outcomes? This presentation will focus on the successful transports of three ECMO cases where what was reported, is nothing like what was found.

Pro/Con: Low Tidal Volumes Should Be Used for Everyone

Dean Hess, PhD, RRT, FAARC
Setting tidal volumes low may be beneficial for patients with ARDS, but is it the right thing to do for everyone? During this session, two experts will debate whether or not low tidal volumes should be used for everyone undergoing mechanical ventilation for any reason.

Spirometry Testing - Between Maneuver Variability and How the American Workforce Depends Upon You

Kathleen Clark, PhD, MS, RRT
This lecture will provide guidance regarding between maneuver variability while performing occupational spirometry testing. Between maneuver variability is of special concern, as it directly affects the ability to assess worker and job-site lung health. Dr. Clark will provide specific examples pertaining to longitudinal work site surveillance and work-related accelerated lung function decline.

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Students and Preceptors: How do You Connect?

Robert Murray, MS, RRT
This lecture will discuss the characteristics of modern students as well as characteristics of preceptors. The presentation will outline positive and effective characteristics of preceptors and discuss unfavorable characteristics also. Modern student learning styles will be discussed in an effort to better bridge the gap that exists between student and preceptor.

Respiratory Therapists Utilizing Cognitive Behavior Treatment in the Sleep Center

Kevin Dator, BS, RRT, RPSGT
Cognitive behavior therapy has shown in multiple studies that it can increase CPAP adherence which will reduce health-related consequences of untreated obstructive sleep apnea. Respiratory therapists are given the opportunity to help patients change their behavior and thoughts towards CPAP therapy. Specific insomnia symptoms and self-efficacy are associated with CPAP compliance. This presentation will discuss how cognitive behavior therapy can improve CPAP adherence and insomnia.

Pro/Con: Low Tidal Volumes Should Be Used for Everyone

Dean Hess, PhD, RRT, FAARC
Setting tidal volumes low may be beneficial for patients with ARDS, but is it the right thing to do for everyone? During this session, two experts will debate whether or not low tidal volumes should be used for everyone undergoing mechanical ventilation for any reason.

Spirometry Testing - Between Maneuver Variability and How the American Workforce Depends Upon You

Kathleen Clark, PhD, MS, RRT
This lecture will provide guidance regarding between maneuver variability while performing occupational spirometry testing. Between maneuver variability is of special concern, as it directly affects the ability to assess worker and job-site lung health. Dr. Clark will provide specific examples pertaining to longitudinal work site surveillance and work-related accelerated lung function decline.

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Students and Preceptors: How do You Connect?

Robert Murray, MS, RRT
This lecture will discuss the characteristics of modern students as well as characteristics of preceptors. The presentation will outline positive and effective characteristics of preceptors and discuss unfavorable characteristics also. Modern student learning styles will be discussed in an effort to better bridge the gap that exists between student and preceptor.

Respiratory Therapists Utilizing Cognitive Behavior Treatment in the Sleep Center

Kevin Dator, BS, RRT, RPSGT
Cognitive behavior therapy has shown in multiple studies that it can increase CPAP adherence which will reduce health-related consequences of untreated obstructive sleep apnea. Respiratory therapists are given the opportunity to help patients change their behavior and thoughts towards CPAP therapy. Specific insomnia symptoms and self-efficacy are associated with CPAP compliance. This presentation will discuss how cognitive behavior therapy can improve CPAP adherence and insomnia.

Pro/Con: Low Tidal Volumes Should Be Used for Everyone

Neil MacIntyre, MD, FAARC
Setting tidal volumes low may be beneficial for patients with ARDS, but is it the right thing to do for everyone? During this session, two experts will debate whether low tidal volumes should be used for everyone undergoing mechanical ventilation for any reason.

Pro/Con: Low Tidal Volumes Should Be Used for Everyone

Neil MacIntyre, MD, FAARC
Setting tidal volumes low may be beneficial for patients with ARDS, but is it the right thing to do for everyone? During this session, two experts will debate whether low tidal volumes should be used for everyone undergoing mechanical ventilation for any reason.

Neonatal/Pediatrics

Researchers and clinicians present their findings in sessions grouped by topic. Authors briefly present their findings and engage in an open discussion with the moderators and attendees.

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Neonatal/Pediatrics

Researchers and clinicians present their findings in sessions grouped by topic. Authors briefly present their findings and engage in an open discussion with the moderators and attendees.

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Sleep Disruptions & Deprivations: Sleeping With The Lights On

Jessica Schweller, MS, RRT, APRN-CNP
Ever wonder what happens when we sleep with the lights on? How does our body react to light and dark and how does this manipulate our sleep-wake cycle? This lecture will discuss our natural circadian rhythm and how zeitgebers regulate our sleep, as well as the health implications of being exposed to too much light during sleep hours and how light exposure during sleep can increase obesity.

Sleep Disruptions & Deprivations: Sleeping With The Lights On

Jessica Schweller, MS, RRT, APRN-CNP
Ever wonder what happens when we sleep with the lights on? How does our body react to light and dark and how does this manipulate our sleep-wake cycle? This lecture will discuss our natural circadian rhythm and how zeitgebers regulate our sleep, as well as the health implications of being exposed to too much light during sleep hours and how light exposure during sleep can increase obesity.

Steps to Consider When Evaluating New Equipment for the Pulmonary Function Laboratory

Matthew O'Brien, MS, RPFT, FAARC
This session will describe how one can evaluate different types of equipment used in pulmonary function labs, including spirometry, diffusion capacity, lung volumes, cardiopulmonary exercise testing and others.

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Development of Primary Preceptor Program to Enhance the Orientation Experience

Kristin Anderson, RRT, RRT-NPS
This presentation will discuss a preceptor program developed to enhance the orientation process. Focus will be on the benefit of having a strong preceptor team, including the unexpected benefit of elevating the entire RT team.

Steps to Consider When Evaluating New Equipment for the Pulmonary Function Laboratory

Matthew O'Brien, MS, RPFT, FAARC
This session will describe how one can evaluate different types of equipment used in pulmonary function labs, including spirometry, diffusion capacity, lung volumes, cardiopulmonary exercise testing and others.

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Development of Primary Preceptor Program to Enhance the Orientation Experience

Kristin Anderson, RRT, RRT-NPS
This presentation will discuss a preceptor program developed to enhance the orientation process. Focus will be on the benefit of having a strong preceptor team, including the unexpected benefit of elevating the entire RT team.

Clinical Application and Case Studies Applying the TCAV Method of APRV

Sponsored by Draeger

Clinical Application and Case Studies Applying the TCAV Method of APRV

The goal of this presentation is to review case studies and clinical application using APRV with the Time Controlled Adaptive Ventilation (TCAV) Method which is uniquely personalized to each patient. Review of clinical application of the TCAV Method will illustrate components and measurement of the Slope_FE angle including troubleshooting waveform graphics.

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Clinical Application and Case Studies Applying the TCAV Method of APRV

Sponsored by Draeger

Clinical Application and Case Studies Applying the TCAV Method of APRV

The goal of this presentation is to review case studies and clinical application using APRV with the Time Controlled Adaptive Ventilation (TCAV) Method which is uniquely personalized to each patient. Review of clinical application of the TCAV Method will illustrate components and measurement of the Slope_FE angle including troubleshooting waveform graphics.

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Implementation of Nasal High Flow Outside the Intensive Care Unit

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Implementation of Nasal High Flow Outside the Intensive Care Unit

This course describes the RT driven activities, protocols, and education involved with the comprehensive implementation of NHF across the hospital environment outside of the critical care setting.

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Implementation of Nasal High Flow Outside the Intensive Care Unit

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Implementation of Nasal High Flow Outside the Intensive Care Unit

This course describes the RT driven activities, protocols, and education involved with the comprehensive implementation of NHF across the hospital environment outside of the critical care setting.

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Providing New Technology: Oscillation and Lung Expansion (OLE) Therapy

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Providing New Technology: Oscillation and Lung Expansion (OLE) Therapy

This course explores the need for airway clearance and oscillation lung expansion (OLE) therapy to address pulmonary complications in the home and acute settings. The latest advances in OLE technology is introduced including the mechanism of action and clinical data supporting its use. Finally, the presenter discusses the patients who can benefit, focusing on those with neuromuscular disorders and Cystic Fibrosis.

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Providing New Technology: Oscillation and Lung Expansion (OLE) Therapy

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Providing New Technology: Oscillation and Lung Expansion (OLE) Therapy

This course explores the need for airway clearance and oscillation lung expansion (OLE) therapy to address pulmonary complications in the home and acute settings. The latest advances in OLE technology is introduced including the mechanism of action and clinical data supporting its use. Finally, the presenter discusses the patients who can benefit, focusing on those with neuromuscular disorders and Cystic Fibrosis.

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A 2020 Update: The latest Clinical Evidence for NAVA (Neurally Adjusted Ventilatory Assist) in Neona

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A 2020 Update: The latest Clinical Evidence for NAVA (Neurally Adjusted Ventilatory Assist) in Neonates and Adults

Neurally adjusted ventilatory assist (NAVA) promotes lung-protective synchronous ventilation in proportion to the patient's needs with higher diaphragmatic efficiency regardless of patient category or size. In our efforts to improve neonatal and adult populations’ outcomes, we will explore the latest clinical evidence utilizing electrical activity of the diaphragm (Edi) monitoring and NAVA ventilation.

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A 2020 Update: The latest Clinical Evidence for NAVA (Neurally Adjusted Ventilatory Assist) in Neona

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A 2020 Update: The latest Clinical Evidence for NAVA (Neurally Adjusted Ventilatory Assist) in Neonates and Adults

Neurally adjusted ventilatory assist (NAVA) promotes lung-protective synchronous ventilation in proportion to the patient's needs with higher diaphragmatic efficiency regardless of patient category or size. In our efforts to improve neonatal and adult populations’ outcomes, we will explore the latest clinical evidence utilizing electrical activity of the diaphragm (Edi) monitoring and NAVA ventilation.

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Personalizing Inhaled Therapy and Inhaler Choice for COPD Management

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Personalizing Inhaled Therapy and Inhaler Choice for COPD Management

Early and accurate diagnosis of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) followed by optimal management are very important. This educational activity will discuss the diagnosis of COPD, goals for treatment, pharmacological management, and the role of inhaled therapy and inhaler choice in the management of patients with COPD.

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Personalizing Inhaled Therapy and Inhaler Choice for COPD Management

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Personalizing Inhaled Therapy and Inhaler Choice for COPD Management

Early and accurate diagnosis of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) followed by optimal management are very important. This educational activity will discuss the diagnosis of COPD, goals for treatment, pharmacological management, and the role of inhaled therapy and inhaler choice in the management of patients with COPD.

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Take a Mind Break: Laughter Yoga

Need a good belly laugh? Join Claire Billingsley for Laughter Yoga and learn the respiratory benefits of laughter and how it can keep you fit … and laughing. Set your calendar to get your laugh on. Namaste style.

Take a Mind Break: Laughter Yoga

Need a good belly laugh? Join Claire Billingsley for Laughter Yoga and learn the respiratory benefits of laughter and how it can keep you fit … and laughing. Set your calendar to get your laugh on. Namaste style.

Take a Mind Break: Laughter Yoga

Need a good belly laugh? Join Claire Billingsley for Laughter Yoga and learn the respiratory benefits of laughter and how it can keep you fit … and laughing. Set your calendar to get your laugh on. Namaste style.

Take a Mind Break: Laughter Yoga

Need a good belly laugh? Join Claire Billingsley for Laughter Yoga and learn the respiratory benefits of laughter and how it can keep you fit … and laughing. Set your calendar to get your laugh on. Namaste style.

Take a Mind Break: Laughter Yoga

Need a good belly laugh? Join Claire Billingsley for Laughter Yoga and learn the respiratory benefits of laughter and how it can keep you fit … and laughing. Set your calendar to get your laugh on. Namaste style.

Take a Mind Break: Laughter Yoga

Need a good belly laugh? Join Claire Billingsley for Laughter Yoga and learn the respiratory benefits of laughter and how it can keep you fit … and laughing. Set your calendar to get your laugh on. Namaste style.

Take a Mind Break: Laughter Yoga

Need a good belly laugh? Join Claire Billingsley for Laughter Yoga and learn the respiratory benefits of laughter and how it can keep you fit … and laughing. Set your calendar to get your laugh on. Namaste style.

Take a Mind Break: Laughter Yoga

Need a good belly laugh? Join Claire Billingsley for Laughter Yoga and learn the respiratory benefits of laughter and how it can keep you fit … and laughing. Set your calendar to get your laugh on. Namaste style.

Take a Mind Break: Laughter Yoga

Need a good belly laugh? Join Claire Billingsley for Laughter Yoga and learn the respiratory benefits of laughter and how it can keep you fit … and laughing. Set your calendar to get your laugh on. Namaste style.

Take a Mind Break: Laughter Yoga

Need a good belly laugh? Join Claire Billingsley for Laughter Yoga and learn the respiratory benefits of laughter and how it can keep you fit … and laughing. Set your calendar to get your laugh on. Namaste style.

47th Donald F Egan Scientific Memorial Lecture: Evidence Based Respiratory Care

Dean Hess, PhD, RRT, FAARC
Dean Hess will review his research in respiratory care and describe the evidence based practices every department should perform. This will include literature support for both evidence based and non-evidenced based practice. Additionally, the lecture will discuss the importance of evidence based practice on the future of the profession.

47th Donald F. Egan Scientific Memorial Lecture: Evidence Based Respiratory Care

Dean Hess, PhD, RRT, FAARC
Dean Hess will review his research in respiratory care and describe the evidence-based practices every department should perform. This will include literature support for both evidence-based and non-evidenced-based practice. Additionally, the lecture will discuss the importance of evidence-based practice on the future of the profession.

Education

Researchers and clinicians present their findings in sessions grouped by topic. Authors briefly present their findings and engage in an open discussion with the moderators and attendees.

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Education

Researchers and clinicians present their findings in sessions grouped by topic. Authors briefly present their findings and engage in an open discussion with the moderators and attendees.

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Recognizing and Correcting Patient-Ventilator Asynchrony

Eric Kriner, RRT
Widely available scalar graphics will be used to recognize trigger, inspiratory, cycle, and expiratory asynchrony. The potential clinical implications and ventilator parameter changes to correct each type of asynchrony will be discussed.

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Neonatal and Pediatric ECMO: Back to the Basics

Bradley Kuch, MPA, FAARC
Advances in respiratory and extracorporeal technology has lead to expanded use of extracorporeal life support (ECLS) in previously contraindicated diagnosis. The lecture will discuss state-of-art ECMO devices, evidence-based practice guidelines and management concepts.

Pulmonary Rehab: Where Are We, and Where Are We Going?

Brian Carlin, MD
Pulmonary rehabilitation is constantly undergoing change. This session will review newer research in the field that has been published this year. In addition, thoughts on how to further improve provision of services with particular emphasis on increasing access to care will be presented.

Recognizing and Correcting Patient-Ventilator Asynchrony

Eric Kriner, RRT
Widely available scalar graphics will be used to recognize trigger, inspiratory, cycle, and expiratory asynchrony. The potential clinical implications and ventilator parameter changes to correct each type of asynchrony will be discussed.

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Neonatal and Pediatric ECMO: Back to the Basics

Bradley Kuch, MPA, FAARC

Advances in respiratory and extracorporeal technology has led to expanded use of extracorporeal life support (ECLS) in previously contraindicated diagnosis. The lecture will discuss state-of-art ECMO devices, evidence-based practice guidelines and management concepts.

This session is part of the “Neonatal and Pediatric Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO)” symposium.

Pulmonary Rehab: Where Are We, and Where Are We Going?

Brian Carlin, MD

Pulmonary rehabilitation is constantly undergoing change. This session will review newer research in the field that has been published this year. In addition, thoughts on how to further improve provision of services with particular emphasis on increasing access to care will be presented.

This session is part of the “Pulmonary Rehab Symposium” symposium.

Beyond Spirometry

Mike Hess, MPH, RRT, RPFT
Spirometry has long been the gold standard for diagnosis of COPD. However, relying on one measure can miss people who still need symptom management. This talk takes a look at a proposed new diagnostic paradigm that may be of benefit when spirometry doesn't tell the whole story.

PRO/CON: ENDS Are Useful For Tobacco Cessation

Gabrielle Davis, MPH, RRT, CTTS
Adam Mullaly, BS, RRT, AE-C
Data surrounding the effectiveness of Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS devices) for nicotine cessation therapy change frequently. Should these devices be used to help people quit smoking?

Beyond Spirometry

Mike Hess, MPH, RRT, RPFT
Spirometry has long been the gold standard for diagnosis of COPD. However, relying on one measure can miss people who still need symptom management. This talk takes a look at a proposed new diagnostic paradigm that may be of benefit when spirometry doesn't tell the whole story.

PRO/CON: ENDS Are Useful For Tobacco Cessation

Gabrielle Davis, MPH, RRT, CTTS
Adam Mullaly, BS, RRT, AE-C
Data surrounding the effectiveness of Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS devices) for nicotine cessation therapy change frequently. Should these devices be used to help people quit smoking?

Rescue Strategies for ARDS

Robert Kacmarek, PhD, RRT, FAARC
Clinicians often turn to unconventional modes of ventilation as a strategy to manage ARDS, while the use of prone positioning globally is low. This lecture will discuss the current state of evidence related to unconventional modes like HFO and APRV, as well as the benefits of prone positioning.

Development of Respiratory Therapist Interventional Pulmonary 1st Assistant Programs

James Canfield, RPFT
Interventional pulmonology (IP) uses advanced diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to care for patients with benign and malignant diseases of the lung, airways and pleura. El Camino Hospital’s IP program includes an RT staff of 10 level 4 therapists trained in the knowledge of the procedure, in-depth knowledge the equipment used, and the ability to anticipate the physician’s next step. The El Camino Hospital IP program has grown to be one of the largest and most comprehensive programs of its kind in Northern California. In 2017 we co-developed with Foothill college a IP certificate program.

Mechanical Ventilation during Neonatal & Pediatric ECMO

Kyle Rehder, MD, CPPS
Mechanical ventilation is vital to the care of patients requiring extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). Unfortunately, ideal strategies remain unclear. The presenter will review the current evidence regarding mechanical ventilation of children during ECMO.

Pulmonary Rehab Symposium: Outcomes Assessment in Pulmonary Rehab

Trina Limberg, BS, RRT, FAARC
A vital component of all pulmonary rehabilitation programs involves the assessment of how an individual is doing within the program as well as how the program performs overall in the management of its patients. This session will focus on the patient centered outcomes and program centered outcomes that all programs should use in their assessment program.

Rescue Strategies for ARDS

Robert Kacmarek, PhD, RRT, FAARC
Clinicians often turn to unconventional modes of ventilation as a strategy to manage ARDS, while the use of prone positioning globally is low. This lecture will discuss the current state of evidence related to unconventional modes like HFO and APRV, as well as the benefits of prone positioning.

Development of Respiratory Therapist Interventional Pulmonary 1st Assistant Programs

James Canfield, RPFT
Interventional pulmonology (IP) uses advanced diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to care for patients with benign and malignant diseases of the lung, airways and pleura. El Camino Hospital’s IP program includes an RT staff of 10 level 4 therapists trained in the knowledge of the procedure, in-depth knowledge the equipment used, and the ability to anticipate the physician’s next step. The El Camino Hospital IP program has grown to be one of the largest and most comprehensive programs of its kind in Northern California. In 2017 we co-developed with Foothill college a IP certificate program.

Mechanical Ventilation during Neonatal & Pediatric ECMO

Kyle Rehder, MD, CPPS

Mechanical ventilation is vital to the care of patients requiring extracoporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). Unfortunately, ideal strategies remain unclear. The presenter will review the current evidence regarding mechanical ventilation of children during ECMO.

This session is part of the “Neonatal and Pediatric Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO)” symposium.

Pulmonary Rehab Symposium: Outcomes Assessment in Pulmonary Rehab

Trina Limberg, BS, RRT, FAARC

A vital component of all pulmonary rehabilitation programs involves the assessment of how an individual is doing within the program as well as how the program performs overall in the management of its patients. This session will focus on the patient centered outcomes and program centered outcomes that all programs should use in their assessment program.

This session is part of the “Pulmonary Rehab Symposium” symposium.

Take a Fun Food Break with an AARC Staff Member

Lightning-Fast Chocolate Cake for One
"Chocolate is the answer. Who cares what the question is?" Join Sara Moore, RESPIRATORY CARE Journal Assistant Editor, for an ingenious, quick chocolate fix.

Take a Fun Food Break with an AARC Staff Member

Lightning-Fast Chocolate Cake for One
"Chocolate is the answer. Who cares what the question is?" Join Sara Moore, RESPIRATORY CARE Journal Assistant Editor, for an ingenious, quick chocolate fix.

Take a Fun Food Break with an AARC Staff Member

Lightning-Fast Chocolate Cake for One
"Chocolate is the answer. Who cares what the question is?" Join Sara Moore, RESPIRATORY CARE Journal Assistant Editor, for an ingenious, quick chocolate fix.

Take a Fun Food Break with an AARC Staff Member

Lightning-Fast Chocolate Cake for One
"Chocolate is the answer. Who cares what the question is?" Join Sara Moore, RESPIRATORY CARE Journal Assistant Editor, for an ingenious, quick chocolate fix.

Take a Fun Food Break with an AARC Staff Member

Lightning-Fast Chocolate Cake for One
"Chocolate is the answer. Who cares what the question is?" Join Sara Moore, RESPIRATORY CARE Journal Assistant Editor, for an ingenious, quick chocolate fix.

Take a Fun Food Break with an AARC Staff Member

Lightning-Fast Chocolate Cake for One
"Chocolate is the answer. Who cares what the question is?" Join Sara Moore, RESPIRATORY CARE Journal Assistant Editor, for an ingenious, quick chocolate fix.

Take a Fun Food Break with an AARC Staff Member

Lightning-Fast Chocolate Cake for One
"Chocolate is the answer. Who cares what the question is?" Join Sara Moore, RESPIRATORY CARE Journal Assistant Editor, for an ingenious, quick chocolate fix.

Take a Fun Food Break with an AARC Staff Member

Lightning-Fast Chocolate Cake for One
"Chocolate is the answer. Who cares what the question is?" Join Sara Moore, RESPIRATORY CARE Journal Assistant Editor, for an ingenious, quick chocolate fix.

Take a Fun Food Break with an AARC Staff Member

Lightning-Fast Chocolate Cake for One
"Chocolate is the answer. Who cares what the question is?" Join Sara Moore, RESPIRATORY CARE Journal Assistant Editor, for an ingenious, quick chocolate fix.

Take a Fun Food Break with an AARC Staff Member

Lightning-Fast Chocolate Cake for One
"Chocolate is the answer. Who cares what the question is?" Join Sara Moore, RESPIRATORY CARE Journal Assistant Editor, for an ingenious, quick chocolate fix.

COVID-19 Update on Respiratory Support: Guiding Principles in Ventilation for COVID-19

Eduardo Mireles-Cabodevila, MD
COVID-19 expiratory failure causes severe hypoxemia and is associated with significant mortality. Several groups have advanced a theory of 2 phenotypes of COVID ARDS. Others have postulated alterations in V/Q caused by abnormal coagulation factors and micro emboli. Finally, endothelial dysfunction has been thought to alter V/Q through loss of hypoxic pulmonary vasoconstriction. Does any of this matter? Do we adhere to lung protective approaches and PEEP to treat hypoxemia similarly to ARDS from any other reason? Are there other treatments? What is the mortality associated with COVID 19 severe enough to cause ARDS requiring mechanical ventilation?

COVID-19 Update on Respiratory Support: Guiding Principles in Ventilation for COVID-19

Eduardo Mireles-Cabodevila, MD

COVID-19 expiratory failure causes severe hypoxemia and is associated with significant mortality. Several groups have advanced a theory of 2 phenotypes of COVID-19 ARDS. Others have postulated alterations in V/Q caused by abnormal coagulation factors and micro emboli. Finally, endothelial dysfunction has been thought to alter V/Q through loss of hypoxic pulmonary vasoconstriction. Does any of this matter? ?Do we adhere to lung protective approaches and PEEP to treat hypoxemia similarly to ARDS from any other reason? Are there other treatments? ?What is the mortality associated with COVID-19 severe enough to cause ARDS requiring mechanical ventilation?

This session is part of the “COVID-19 Update on Respiratory Support” symposium.

Respiratory Care Pharmacology: Updated 2020

Douglas Gardenhire, EdD, RRT, FAARC
Respiratory care pharmacology continues to change each year. Many respiratory therapists may be unaware of changes that in exist in medication used today. This lecture will update new medication used by the respiratory therapist to treat pulmonary disorders.

Tele-Respiratory Therapy Adjuncts

Curt Merriman, BA, RRT, CPFT
The effective delivery of telehealth requires certain technology to simply qualify it as “telehealth”. Respiratory care has a specific set of equipment which provides a base for the effective delivery of respiratory therapies. Tele respiratory care does not replace all boots on the ground care but when possible it can be as or more effective in certain elements of the profession. This talk will review opportunities, technology and legislation to make remote care possible.

Caring for the Technology Dependent Child

Denise Willis, MSc, RRT, AE-C
Caring for the technology and ventilator dependent child is uniquely challenging and requires a high level of engagement with the respiratory therapist. The presenter will review evidence and best practice for care from transition to home ventilation through decannulation.

Student Symposium for New Professionals: What It Means to be a Professional

Dana Evans, MPA, RRT, RRT-NPS
This presentation will focus on preparing the respiratory care student to transition into professional life as a respiratory therapist. The presenter will discuss demonstrating professionalism in student environments (clinical rotations, professional meetings, etc.), applying and interviewing for a job, and maintaining professionalism after graduation.

Respiratory Care Pharmacology: Updated 2020

Douglas Gardenhire, EdD, RRT, FAARC
Respiratory care pharmacology continues to change each year. Many respiratory therapists may be unaware of changes that in exist in medication used today. This lecture will update new medication used by the respiratory therapist to treat pulmonary disorders.

Tele-Respiratory Therapy Adjuncts

Curt Merriman, BA, RRT, CPFT
The effective delivery of telehealth requires certain technology to simply qualify it as telehealth. Respiratory care has a specific set of equipment which provides a base for the effective delivery of respiratory therapies. Telerespiratory care does not replace in-person care, but, when possible, it can be a more effective in certain elements of the profession. This talk will review opportunities, technology and legislation to make remote care possible.

Caring for the Technology Dependent Child

Denise Willis, MSc, RRT, AE-C
Caring for the technology and ventilator dependent child is uniquely challenging and requires a high level of engagement with the respiratory therapist. The presenter will review evidence and best practice for care from transition to home ventilation through decannulation.

Student Symposium for New Professionals: What It Means to be a Professional

Dana Evans, MPA, RRT, RRT-NPS

This presentation will focus on preparing the respiratory care student to transition into professional life as a respiratory therapist. The presenter will discuss demonstrating professionalism in student environments (clinical rotations, professional meetings, etc.), applying and interviewing for a job, and maintaining professionalism after graduation.

This session is part of the “Student Symposium for New Professionals” symposium.

Mechanical Ventilation

Researchers and clinicians present their findings in sessions grouped by topic. Authors briefly present their findings and engage in an open discussion with the moderators and attendees.

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Mechanical Ventilation

Researchers and clinicians present their findings in sessions grouped by topic. Authors briefly present their findings and engage in an open discussion with the moderators and attendees.

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Aerosol Delivery via High Flow Nasal Cannula Oxygen Therapy

Jie Li, PhD, RRT, RRT-ACCS
Aerosol delivery via high-flow nasal cannula (HFNC) oxygen therapy has become common in clinical practice. Both in vitro and in vivo studies have shown that aerosol deposition is variable and depends on gas flow from the device and inspiratory flow of the patient. This lecture will review the evidence that pertains to aerosol delivery during high-flow nasal oxygen therapy.

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Aerosol Delivery via High Flow Nasal Cannula Oxygen Therapy

Jie Li, PhD, RRT, RRT-ACCS

Aerosol delivery via high-flow nasal cannula oxygen therapy has become common in clinical practice. Both in vitro and in vivo studies have shown that aerosol deposition is variable and depends on gas flow from the device and inspiratory flow of the patient. This lecture will review the evidence that pertains to aerosol delivery during high-flow nasal oxygen therapy.

This session is part of the “Aerosol Delivery 2020” symposium.

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COPD – Why Accurate COPD Diagnosing is Imperative to Evidence-based, Innovative, Cost Effective Care

Tammy Stucki, BS, RRT, RRT-ACCS
Join the speaker as she reviews outcomes of a Pulmonary Disease Navigator program to include the impact of assuming vs definitive diagnosis of COPD, the use of a COPD registry, initial outcomes of a home monitoring, early symptom recognition, grant funded study and the power of Respiratory Therapy led data analytics reporting. Learn effective strategies for physician coordination of care plans and strategies for innovative approaches to optimize the COPD care continuum using the most current GOLD guideline.

Unplanned Extubation-Best Practices from the NICU and PICU

Sarah Kandil, MD
Dr. Kandil will present what has been learned from The Children’s Hospitals’ Solutions for Patient Safety and provide quality improvement methods to decrease the incidence of UE within the collaborative experience. .

Prone Position for Ventilated and Non-ventilated COVID-19 Patient

Carolyn LaVita, MHA, RRT
Profound sudden hypoxemia has been a hallmark of COVID-19 respiratory failure. Oxygen administration, CPAP and invasive ventilation with PEEP are met with meddlesome success. Prone positioning has been shown to improve outcomes in severe ARDS. The role of prone positioning in COVID -19 has been espoused. Of note, self-proning with HFNC or CPAP has been advocated, attempting to take advantage of the alterations in V/Q associated with COVID -19 which remain incompletely understood. Proning teams have been developed and outcomes are still being reported. The use of ironing before and after intubation will be reviewed.

Acquiring Your Credential: Success on the Therapist Multiple Choice Examination

Bill Galvin, MSEd, RRT, FAARC
The presentation will address the factors that make for success in the examination process. It will cover preparatory issues and what you will experience onsite as well as test-taking strategies and techniques. Emphasis will be placed on the new Therapist Multiple-Choice Examination (TMC).

COPD – Why Accurate COPD Diagnosing is Imperative to Evidence-based, Innovative, Cost Effective Care

Tammy Stucki, BS, RRT, RRT-ACCS

Join the speaker as she reviews outcomes of a Pulmonary Disease Navigator program to include the impact of assuming vs definitive diagnosis of COPD, the use of a COPD registry, initial outcomes of a home monitoring, early symptom recognition, grant funded study and the power of Respiratory Therapy led data analytics reporting. Learn effective strategies for physician coordination of care plans and strategies for innovative approaches to optimize the COPD care continuum using the most current GOLD guideline.

This session is part of the “COPD — You Know What to do, Now Join Us to Learn How” symposium.

Unplanned Extubation-Best Practices from the NICU and PICU

Sarah Kandil, MD
The presenter will discuss what has been learned from The Children’s Hospitals’ Solutions for Patient Safety and provide quality improvement methods to decrease the incidence of UE within the collaborative experience.

Prone Position for Ventilated and Non-ventilated COVID-19 Patient

Carolyn LaVita, MHA, RRT

Profound sudden hypoxemia has been a hallmark of COVID-19 respiratory failure. Oxygen administration, CPAP and invasive ventilation with PEEP are met with meddlesome success. Prone positioning has been shown to improve outcomes in severe ARDS. The role of prone positioning in COVID-19 has been espoused. Of note, self-proning with HFNC or CPAP has been advocated, attempting to take advantage of the alterations in V/Q associated with COVID-19 which remain incompletely understood. Proning teams have been developed and outcomes are still being reported. The use of ironing before and after intubation will be reviewed.

This session is part of the “COVID-19 Update on Respiratory Support” symposium.

Acquiring Your Credential: Success on the Therapist Multiple Choice Examination

Bill Galvin, MSEd, RRT, FAARC

The presentation will address the factors that make for success in the examination process. It will cover preparatory issues and what you will experience onsite as well as test-taking strategies and techniques. Emphasis will be placed on the new Therapist Multiple-Choice Examination.

This session is part of the “Student Symposium for New Professionals” symposium.

Aerosol Drug Delivery to Patients Receiving Noninvasive Ventilation: What to Use, How to Use it, and

Arzu Ari, PhD, RRT, FAARC
Aerosolized medications are commonly prescribed for the treatment of patients receiving noninvasive ventilation (NIV). Successful application of aerosol therapy during NIV depends on the effectiveness of the drug deposition in the lungs. Previous evidence showed that many factors impact aerosol delivery to patients receiving NIV. The purpose of this presentation is to review the available evidence related to aerosol therapy during NIV and provide strategies to optimize aerosol drug delivery to patients receiving NIV.

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A Respiratory Care Led, Cross Cultural, COPD Mortality Readmission Reduction Committee: YOU Can Do

Scott Daniel, RRT
Join the presenter as he shares tools and processes for creating, implementing and leading a multi-disciplinary team in strategic process implementation to address COPD and pneumonia readmissions & mortality. He will share pre- and post-process implementation outcomes, protocols, committee structure, patient and provider education and prescription enrollment processes as well as the elevation of Respiratory Care in the eyes of his C-suite that this team has experienced

Respiratory Management of the Cardiac ICU Pediatric Patient

Patrik Malone, RRT
In this lecture we will cover a brief overview of congenital heart defects, describe pathophysiology of cardiopulmonary interactions, typical post-operative course, define lesion-specific indications and goals of ventilation for cardiac pediatric patient.

COVID-19 Update on Respiratory Support: Non-invasive Respiratory Support for COVID-19

Dean Hess, PhD, RRT, FAARC
Non-invasive respiratory support includes high flow nasal cannula and non-invasive ventilation.
COVID-19 is associated with severe hypoxemia and owing to the high initial reported mortality associated with mechanical ventilation, has focused on methods to prevent intubation. HFNC has been used successfully but also has a number of reported failure as a result of insufficient positive pressure. NIV has mixed reviews with COVID -19 demonstrating moderate successes and high failure rates. Both leave the patient able to cough and sneeze and along with the high flows of gas may increase aerosolization of infectious droplets. What protections are necessary? What are the success rates? Who should receive NIRS? How long do we wait before intubation? Is prolonged use of NIRS associated with excess mortality

Part 2: Acquiring Your Credential: Success on the Clinical Simulation Examination

Bill Galvin, MSEd, RRT, FAARC
This presentation will serve as a sequel to the previous one and will address the factors that make for success on the Clinical Simulation Examination. It will cover such issues as exam content structure and unique strategies for progressing through a branching logic type of exam. It will also highlight recent changes in policy.

Aerosol Drug Delivery to Patients Receiving Noninvasive Ventilation: What to Use, How to Use it, and

Arzu Ari, PhD, RRT, FAARC

Aerosolized medications are commonly prescribed for the treatment of patients receiving noninvasive ventilation (NIV). Successful application of aerosol therapy during NIV depends on the effectiveness of the drug deposition in the lungs. Previous evidence showed that many factors impact aerosol delivery to patients receiving NIV. The purpose of this presentation is to review the available evidence related to aerosol therapy during NIV and provide strategies to optimize aerosol drug delivery to patients receiving NIV.

This session is part of the “Aerosol Delivery 2020” symposium.

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A Respiratory Care Led, Cross Cultural, COPD Mortality Readmission Reduction Committee...

Scott Daniel, RRT

Join the presenter in a sharing of tools and processes for creating, implementing and leading a multi-disciplinary team in strategic process implementation to address COPD and pneumonia readmissions & mortality. The presenter will share pre- and post-process implementation outcomes, protocols, committee structure, patient and provider education, prescription enrollment processes. The presenter will also discuss the elevation of respiratory care in the eyes of the C-suite that this team has experienced.

This session is part of the “COPD — You Know What to do, Now Join Us to Learn How” symposium.

Respiratory Management of the Cardiac ICU Pediatric Patient

Patrik Malone, RRT
This lecture will cover a brief overview of congenital heart defects, describe pathophysiology of cardiopulmonary interactions, typical post-operative course, define lesion-specific indications and goals of ventilation for cardiac pediatric patient.

COVID-19 Update on Respiratory Support: Non-invasive Respiratory Support for COVID-19

Dean Hess, PhD, RRT, FAARC

Noninvasive respiratory support includes high flow nasal cannula and noninvasive ventilation. COVID-19 is associated with severe hypoxemia and owing to the high initial reported mortality associated with mechanical ventilation, has focused on methods to prevent intubation. HFNC has been used successfully but also has several reported failures as a result of insufficient positive pressure. NIV has mixed reviews with COVID-19 demonstrating moderate successes and high failure rates. Both leave the patient able to cough and sneeze and along with the high flows of gas may increase aerosolization of infectious droplets. What protections are necessary? What are the success rates? Who should receive NIRS? How long do we wait before intubation? Is prolonged use of NIRS associated with excess mortality?

This session is part of the “COVID-19 Update on Respiratory Support” symposium.

Part 2: Acquiring Your Credential: Success on the Clinical Simulation Examination

Bill Galvin, MSEd, RRT, FAARC

This presentation will address the factors that make for success on the Clinical Simulation Examination. It will cover such issues as exam content structure and unique strategies for progressing through a branching logic type of exam. It will also highlight recent changes in policy.

This session is part of the “Student Symposium for New Professionals” symposium.

The PRODIGY Study and the PRODIGY Risk Prediction Tool: First Step Toward Improving Outcomes and Red

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The PRODIGY Study and the PRODIGY Risk Prediction Tool: First Step Toward Improving Outcomes and Reducing Costs

Opioid-induced respiratory depression (OIRD) is one of the leading avoidable patient safety issues. OIRD increases morbidity & mortality as well hospital inpatient costs. This presentation will discuss the results of a recent, multi-center study (PRODIGY, a Medtronic-sponsored study), which was designed to identify people at risk for OIRD. Results showed that 46% of patients on the general care floor experienced OIRD.

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The PRODIGY Study and the PRODIGY Risk Prediction Tool: First Step Toward Improving Outcomes and Red

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The PRODIGY Study and the PRODIGY Risk Prediction Tool: First Step Toward Improving Outcomes and Reducing Costs

Opioid-induced respiratory depression (OIRD) is one of the leading avoidable patient safety issues. OIRD increases morbidity & mortality as well hospital inpatient costs. This presentation will discuss the results of a recent, multi-center study (PRODIGY, a Medtronic-sponsored study), which was designed to identify people at risk for OIRD. Results showed that 46% of patients on the general care floor experienced OIRD.

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Take a Mind Break: Meditation 2

Join Bobbie Perkins of the Dallas Meditation Center for a second guided meditation created specifically for our attendees. Bobbie will guide you through a meditation in a peaceful setting to calm, sooth and relax your mind, body and spirit during this stressful time. Prepare for peace.

Take a Mind Break: Meditation 2

Join Bobbie Perkins of the Dallas Meditation Center for a second guided meditation created specifically for our attendees. Bobbie will guide you through a meditation in a peaceful setting to calm, sooth and relax your mind, body and spirit during this stressful time. Prepare for peace.

Take a Mind Break: Meditation 2

Join Bobbie Perkins of the Dallas Meditation Center for a second guided meditation created specifically for our attendees. Bobbie will guide you through a meditation in a peaceful setting to calm, sooth and relax your mind, body and spirit during this stressful time. Prepare for peace.

Take a Mind Break: Meditation 2

Join Bobbie Perkins of the Dallas Meditation Center for a second guided meditation created specifically for our attendees. Bobbie will guide you through a meditation in a peaceful setting to calm, sooth and relax your mind, body and spirit during this stressful time. Prepare for peace.

Take a Mind Break: Meditation 2

Join Bobbie Perkins of the Dallas Meditation Center for a second guided meditation created specifically for our attendees. Bobbie will guide you through a meditation in a peaceful setting to calm, sooth and relax your mind, body and spirit during this stressful time. Prepare for peace.

Take a Mind Break: Meditation 2

Join Bobbie Perkins of the Dallas Meditation Center for a second guided meditation created specifically for our attendees. Bobbie will guide you through a meditation in a peaceful setting to calm, sooth and relax your mind, body and spirit during this stressful time. Prepare for peace.

Take a Mind Break: Meditation 2

Join Bobbie Perkins of the Dallas Meditation Center for a second guided meditation created specifically for our attendees. Bobbie will guide you through a meditation in a peaceful setting to calm, sooth and relax your mind, body and spirit during this stressful time. Prepare for peace.

Take a Mind Break: Meditation 2

Join Bobbie Perkins of the Dallas Meditation Center for a second guided meditation created specifically for our attendees. Bobbie will guide you through a meditation in a peaceful setting to calm, sooth and relax your mind, body and spirit during this stressful time. Prepare for peace.

Take a Mind Break: Meditation 2

Join Bobbie Perkins of the Dallas Meditation Center for a second guided meditation created specifically for our attendees. Bobbie will guide you through a meditation in a peaceful setting to calm, sooth and relax your mind, body and spirit during this stressful time. Prepare for peace.

Take a Mind Break: Meditation 2

Join Bobbie Perkins of the Dallas Meditation Center for a second guided meditation created specifically for our attendees. Bobbie will guide you through a meditation in a peaceful setting to calm, sooth and relax your mind, body and spirit during this stressful time. Prepare for peace.

36th Phil Kittredge Memorial Lecture: Non-Invasive Respiratory Support

Thomas Piraino, RRT, FCSRT, FAARC
This presentation will discuss the use of HFNC and NIV ventilation in acute hypoxemia and hypercarbic respiratory failure, to prevent re-intubation and in chronic respiratory failure management. The important factors related to patient comfort and interface will be highlighted.

36th Phil Kittredge Memorial Lecture: Non-Invasive Respiratory Support

Thomas Piraino, RRT, FCSRT, FAARC
This presentation will discuss the use of HFNC and NIV ventilation in acute hypoxemia and hypercarbic respiratory failure, re-intubation prevention, and chronic respiratory failure management. The principal factors related to patient comfort and interface will be highlighted.

Potpourri

Researchers and clinicians present their findings in sessions grouped by topic. Authors briefly present their findings and engage in an open discussion with the moderators and attendees.

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Potpourri

Researchers and clinicians present their findings in sessions grouped by topic. Authors briefly present their findings and engage in an open discussion with the moderators and attendees.

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RT's Role in the Law and Licensing: I’m Investigator Cluesoh, and We need to Talk!

Anthony DeWitt, JD, RRT
So, HR called and wanted to see you. You went down and there was this man in a suit with a badge and he had medical records he wanted to talk to you about. Yikes! Do you need a lawyer? Do you have to talk to him? Can he really threaten to pull your license? Sometimes investigators overreach. Knowing what your rights are in a Board investigation is important.

RT's Role in the Law and Licensing: I’m Investigator Cluesoh, and We need to Talk!

Anthony DeWitt, JD, RRT
So, HR called and wanted to see you. You went down and there was this man in a suit with a badge and he had medical records he wanted to talk to you about. Yikes! Do you need a lawyer? Do you have to talk to him? Can he really threaten to pull your license? Sometimes investigators overreach. Knowing what your rights are in a Board investigation is important.

Take a Fun Food Break with an AARC Staff Member: Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Cake

Looking for a scrumptious dessert? Join Heather Willden, AARC Communications Manager, as she shares her family-favorite recipe.

Take a Fun Food Break with an AARC Staff Member: Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Cake

Looking for a scrumptious dessert? Join Heather Willden, AARC Communications Manager, as she shares her family-favorite recipe.

Take a Fun Food Break with an AARC Staff Member: Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Cake

Looking for a scrumptious dessert? Join Heather Willden, AARC Communications Manager, as she shares her family-favorite recipe.

Take a Fun Food Break with an AARC Staff Member: Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Cake

Looking for a scrumptious dessert? Join Heather Willden, AARC Communications Manager, as she shares her family-favorite recipe.

Take a Fun Food Break with an AARC Staff Member: Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Cake

Looking for a scrumptious dessert? Join Heather Willden, AARC Communications Manager, as she shares her family-favorite recipe.

Take a Fun Food Break with an AARC Staff Member: Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Cake

Looking for a scrumptious dessert? Join Heather Willden, AARC Communications Manager, as she shares her family-favorite recipe.

Take a Fun Food Break with an AARC Staff Member: Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Cake

Looking for a scrumptious dessert? Join Heather Willden, AARC Communications Manager, as she shares her family-favorite recipe.

Take a Fun Food Break with an AARC Staff Member: Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Cake

Looking for a scrumptious dessert? Join Heather Willden, AARC Communications Manager, as she shares her family-favorite recipe.

Post-Acute Respiratory Care: Surviving ECMO

Shawn Clark, ABJ
This is a patient the had the flu was intubated at an outside hospital, transferred to Emory for ECMO evaluation. The patient was placed on VV ECMO shortly after his arrival to Emory and remained on VV for 30 days. He was separated from VV ECMO and remained on mechanical ventilation, transferred to a long term acute care hospital, he then was readmitted to Emory from complications, after he recovered he again was transferred to another long term acute care hospital until he was discharged home.

Post-Acute Respiratory Care: Surviving ECMO

Shawn Clark, ABJ

This presentation will look at a case study of a patient who had the flu, was intubated at one hospital then transferred to another for ECMO evaluation. Attendees will review the patient’s perspective on treatment in the acute care setting. The presenter will discuss the course of care before, during and after VV ECMO.

This session is part of the “Post-Acute Respiratory Care” symposium.

Pro/Con: Video Laryngoscopy Should be Standard of Care for Endotracheal Intubation

John Emberger, RRT, RRT-ACCS, FAARC
Emergency endotracheal intubation is a high-risk, low volume procedure frequently performed by respiratory therapists. Video laryngoscopy has emerged as a tool to improve patient safety during intubation. Available evidence has not demonstrated clear differences between video and direct laryngoscopy. This presentation from two experts on airway management will provide an evidence-based debate of whether or not video laryngoscopy should be standard of care for endotracheal intubation.

Vaping and Lung Disease: EVALI is Evil

Bruce Rubin, MD, MBA, MEngr
E-cigarette, or vaping, product use associated lung injury (also known as EVALI) is a rapidly evolving and lung health issue more commonly seen in adolescents and young adults. Respiratory Therapists are the forefront of this health crisis. This presentation will discuss the current evidence associated with EVALI cause, diagnosis and treatment.

Ethics: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly: Autonomy vs Beneficence

Melissa Ash, BS, RRT, RRT-ACCS
When evaluating the ethical issues of a situation, healthcare providers are encouraged to select a specific principle and make ethical recommendations based on that principle. However, many situations involve more than one ethical principle. This presentation will explore the battle of autonomy and beneficence through case studies and discussion.

Ventilator-Associated Events: The ABCDEF Bundle

Keith Lamb, RRT, FCCM, FAACP
Is the ABCDEF bundle a useful tool to promote quality outcomes, or just an alphabet soup? This presentation will cover the VAE prevention bundle elements and how the attendees might use them to improve patient outcomes.

Pro/Con: Video Laryngoscopy Should be Standard of Care for Endotracheal Intubation

John Emberger, RRT, RRT-ACCS, FAARC
Emergency endotracheal intubation is a high-risk, low-volume procedure frequently performed by respiratory therapists. Video laryngoscopy has emerged as a tool to improve patient safety during intubation. Available evidence has not demonstrated clear differences between video and direct laryngoscopy. This presentation from two experts on airway management will provide an evidence-based debate of whether video laryngoscopy should be the standard of care for endotracheal intubation.

Vaping and Lung Disease: EVALI is Evil

Bruce Rubin, MD, MBA, MEngr
E-cigarette, or vaping, product use associated lung injury (also known as EVALI) is a rapidly evolving lung health issue?more commonly seen in adolescents and young adults. Respiratory therapists remain at the forefront of this health crisis. This presentation will discuss the current evidence associated with EVALI cause, diagnosis, and treatment.

Ethics: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly: Autonomy vs Beneficence

Melissa Ash, BS, RRT, RRT-ACCS

When evaluating the ethical issues of a situation, health care providers are encouraged to select a specific principle and make ethical recommendations based on that principle. However, many situations involve more than one ethical principle. This presentation will explore the battle of autonomy and beneficence through case studies and discussion.

This session is part of the “Ethics: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly” symposium.

Ventilator-Associated Events: The ABCDEF Bundle

Keith Lamb, RRT, FCCM, FAACP

Is the ABCDEF bundle a useful tool to promote quality outcomes, or just an alphabet soup? This presentation will cover the VAE prevention bundle elements and how the attendees might use them to improve patient outcomes.

This session is part of the “Ventilator-Associated Events” symposium.

Pro/Con: Video Laryngoscopy Should be Standard of Care for Endotracheal Intubation

Andrew Miller, MSc, RRT, RRT-ACCS
Emergency endotracheal intubation is a high-risk, low-volume procedure frequently performed by respiratory therapists. Video laryngoscopy has emerged as a tool to improve patient safety during intubation. Available evidence has not demonstrated clear differences between video and direct laryngoscopy. This presentation from two experts on airway management will provide an evidence-based debate of whether video laryngoscopy should be the standard of care for endotracheal intubation.

Pro/Con: Video Laryngoscopy Should be Standard of Care for Endotracheal Intubation

Andrew Miller, MSc, RRT, RRT-ACCS
Emergency endotracheal intubation is a high-risk, low-volume procedure frequently performed by respiratory therapists. Video laryngoscopy has emerged as a tool to improve patient safety during intubation. Available evidence has not demonstrated clear differences between video and direct laryngoscopy. This presentation from two experts on airway management will provide an evidence-based debate of whether video laryngoscopy should be the standard of care for endotracheal intubation.

Transitional Respiratory Care - Don't Fall into the Gap!

Vrati Doshi, BS, MSc, RRT
This talk focuses on identifying and overcoming barriers for high acuity respiratory patients transitioning home or to a skilled nursing facility from the hospital. Implementing a successful long-term transitional care program, specialized in disease management, medication and equipment education, and outcome measures, increases compliance, reduces readmission rates and betters quality of life for a patient. Patient touch points include in person visits, phone calls and virtual visits.

COVID-19 Epidemiology and Prevention in Children

Larry Kociolek, MD, MSCI
Clinical manifestation and epidemiology of COVID-19 in children is different from that of adults. As evidence continues to evolve on this, we continue to learn more about the way COVID-19 impacts children. This presentation will focus on trending epidemiology of COVID-19 in children, strategies for prevention, and concepts of transmission, including the impact of returning to school.

Ethics: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly: The Fight for Justice

Karsten Roberts, MSc, RRT, RRT-ACCS
The ethical principle of justice in healthcare - treating people fairly - seems to be a clear directive. However, it has been argued that health inequities arising from social determinants are unjust. This presentation will define and identify social determinants of health and discuss the concept in the context of the ethical principle of justice. Case studies illustrating the concept will be presented for the audience to discuss.

Ventilator-Associated Events: Specialized Airways and Adjuncts and VAE

Carl Hinkson, MS, RRT, FAARC
This lecture will review the current literature in regards to devices and techniques used during airway management that may impact VAE outcomes.

Transitional Respiratory Care - Don't Fall into the Gap!

Vrati Doshi, BS, MSc, RRT

This talk focuses on identifying and overcoming barriers for high acuity respiratory patients transitioning home or to a skilled nursing facility from the hospital. Attendees will learn tips for implementing a successful long-term transitional care program specialized in disease management, medication and equipment education Outcome measures to increase compliance, reduce readmission rates, and improve patient quality of life will also be shared.

This session is part of the “Post-Acute Respiratory Care” symposium.

COVID-19 Epidemiology and Prevention in Children

Larry Kociolek, MD, MSCI
Clinical manifestation and epidemiology of COVID-19 in children is different from that of adults. As evidence continues to evolve on this, we continue to learn more about the way COVID-19 affects children. This presentation will focus on trending epidemiology of COVID-19 in children, strategies for prevention, and concepts of transmission, including the impact of returning to school.

Ethics: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly: The Fight for Justice

Karsten Roberts, MSc, RRT, RRT-ACCS

The ethical principle of justice in health care—treating people fairly—seems to be a clear directive. However, it has been argued that health inequities arising from social determinants are unjust. This presentation will define and identify social determinants of health and discuss the concept in the context of the ethical principle of justice. Case studies illustrating the concept will be presented for the audience to discuss.

This session is part of the “Ethics: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly” symposium.

Ventilator-Associated Events: Specialized Airways and Adjuncts and VAE

Carl Hinkson, MS, RRT, FAARC

This lecture will review the current literature regarding devices and techniques used during airway management that may affect VAE outcomes.

This session is part of the “Ventilator-Associated Events” symposium.

Take a Fun Food Break with an AARC Staff Member: Tomato Avocado Salad

Here's a quick, delicious salad for a healthy break from all of the holiday treats. Join Tina Sawyer, AARC Membership Customer Service Manager, for "Cooking with Tina".

Take a Fun Food Break with an AARC Staff Member: Tomato Avocado Salad

Here's a quick, delicious salad for a healthy break from all of the holiday treats. Join Tina Sawyer, AARC Membership Customer Service Manager, for "Cooking with Tina".

Take a Fun Food Break with an AARC Staff Member: Tomato Avocado Salad

Here's a quick, delicious salad for a healthy break from all of the holiday treats. Join Tina Sawyer, AARC Membership Customer Service Manager, for "Cooking with Tina".

Take a Fun Food Break with an AARC Staff Member: Tomato Avocado Salad

Here's a quick, delicious salad for a healthy break from all of the holiday treats. Join Tina Sawyer, AARC Membership Customer Service Manager, for "Cooking with Tina".

Take a Fun Food Break with an AARC Staff Member: Tomato Avocado Salad

Here's a quick, delicious salad for a healthy break from all of the holiday treats. Join Tina Sawyer, AARC Membership Customer Service Manager, for "Cooking with Tina".

Take a Fun Food Break with an AARC Staff Member: Tomato Avocado Salad

Here's a quick, delicious salad for a healthy break from all of the holiday treats. Join Tina Sawyer, AARC Membership Customer Service Manager, for "Cooking with Tina".

Take a Fun Food Break with an AARC Staff Member: Tomato Avocado Salad

Here's a quick, delicious salad for a healthy break from all of the holiday treats. Join Tina Sawyer, AARC Membership Customer Service Manager, for "Cooking with Tina".

Take a Fun Food Break with an AARC Staff Member: Tomato Avocado Salad

Here's a quick, delicious salad for a healthy break from all of the holiday treats. Join Tina Sawyer, AARC Membership Customer Service Manager, for "Cooking with Tina".

Take a Fun Food Break with an AARC Staff Member: Tomato Avocado Salad

Here's a quick, delicious salad for a healthy break from all of the holiday treats. Join Tina Sawyer, AARC Membership Customer Service Manager, for "Cooking with Tina".

Take a Fun Food Break with an AARC Staff Member: Tomato Avocado Salad

Here's a quick, delicious salad for a healthy break from all of the holiday treats. Join Tina Sawyer, AARC Membership Customer Service Manager, for "Cooking with Tina".

The Impact of Home and Portable Oxygen Therapy on Exacerbation Rates and Hospital Admissions

Adam Mullaly, BS, RRT, AE-C
This talk will present a review of the literature covering incidents of disease exacerbation and impact on hospital admissions in those prescribed home oxygen therapy.

How to Handle Stress like a Pro

Katlyn Burr, AE-C, MS, RRT
Secondary traumatic stress (STS) may occur in the caretakers of individuals who have experienced traumatic events or are suffering and, when severe, may be associated with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) at a diagnostic level due to STS. For RTs, the incidence of STS and PTSD at a diagnostic level due to STS has not been examined. This lecture will discuss the topic of STS in RT and review the author/speakers recently published studies that exposes it presence in the profession.

What Goes In Must Come Out: Mechanical Ventilation Strategies in Critical and Near-Fatal Asthma

Alexandre Rotta, MD
The child with critical and near-fatal asthma poses a significant challenge to the multidisciplinary critical care team. This presentation highlights the unique physiology involved in providing mechanical support to children with severe intrathoracic airway obstruction.

Futile or Fruitful: Medical Interventions and the RT

Shawna Strickland, RRT, RRT-ACCS, RRT-NPS
Interventions that are not likely to produce a medical benefit for the patient are referred to as futile. However, futility is not an easy concept to apply in real life. In this presentation, futility is defined and the limitations of practical use identified. Case studies that illustrate the concept of futility and the challenges associated with application will be presented for the audience to discuss.

Amplifying your Respiratory Care Program's Recruitment and Retention of Students

Joe Coyle, MD, FCCP
Lutana Haan, MHS, RRT
Megan Koster, EdD, RRT
This session explores realistic ways to reach potential students and increase the number of applicants. We need to band together to find ways to get the word out about a career in Respiratory Care. The majority of our programs need more qualified applicants. This interactive lecture will share marketing strategies any program can adopt.

Management

Researchers and clinicians present their findings in sessions grouped by topic. Authors briefly present their findings and engage in an open discussion with the moderators and attendees.

Sponsored by:

The Impact of Home and Portable Oxygen Therapy on Exacerbation Rates and Hospital Admissions

Adam Mullaly, BS, RRT, AE-C

This talk will present a review of the literature covering incidents of disease exacerbation and impact on hospital admissions in those prescribed home oxygen therapy.

This session is part of the “Home Care O2 Therapy” symposium.

How to Handle Stress like a Pro

Katlyn Burr, AE-C, MS, RRT

Secondary traumatic stress (STS) may occur in the caretakers of individuals who have experienced traumatic events or are suffering and, when severe, may be associated with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) at a diagnostic level due to STS. For RTs, the incidence of STS and PTSD at a diagnostic level due to STS has not been examined. This lecture will discuss the topic of STS in RT and review recently published studies that exposes it presence in the profession.

This session is part of the “Feeling the Burn? Ideas for Dealing with Burnout” symposium.

What Goes In Must Come Out: Mechanical Ventilation Strategies in Critical and Near-Fatal Asthma

Alexandre Rotta, MD

The child with critical and near-fatal asthma poses a significant challenge to the multidisciplinary critical care team. This presentation highlights the unique physiology involved in providing mechanical support to children with severe intrathoracic airway obstruction.

This session is part of the “Critical Management of Pediatric Asthma” symposium.

Futile or Fruitful: Medical Interventions and the RT

Shawna Strickland, RRT, RRT-ACCS, RRT-NPS

Interventions that are not likely to produce a medical benefit for the patient are referred to as futile. However, futility is not an easy concept to apply in real life. In this presentation, futility is defined, and the limitations of practical use identified. Case studies that illustrate the concept of futility and the challenges associated with application will be presented for the audience to discuss.

This session is part of the “Ethics: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly” symposium.

Amplifying your Respiratory Care Program's Recruitment and Retention of Students

Joe Coyle, MD, FCCP
Lutana Haan, MHS, RRT
Megan Koster, EdD, RRT
This session explores realistic ways to reach potential students and increase the number of applicants. We need to band together to find ways to get the word out about a career in respiratory care. Most of our programs need more qualified applicants. This interactive lecture will share marketing strategies any program can adopt.

Management

Researchers and clinicians present their findings in sessions grouped by topic. Authors briefly present their findings and engage in an open discussion with the moderators and attendees.

Sponsored by:

Critical Management of Pediatric Asthma: Adjunctive Therapies for Status Asthmaticus

Kyle Rehder, MD, CPPS
Asthma is a common reason for admission to the PICU. Standard therapies for status asthmaticus include continuous bronchodilators, corticosteroids and intravenous magnesium. Refractory patients often require adjunctive therapies such as heliox, aminophylline, intravenous beta2 agonists, ketamine, high-flow nasal cannula, and noninvasive ventilation are controversial. This presentation will discuss the evidence for the use of adjunctive therapies in status asthmaticus.

Ethics: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly: Throwing In The Towel - Can an RT Give Up On a Patient?

Joel Brown, RRT, FAARC
Providing respiratory care in the acute care environment continues to increase in complexity. In some cases, the respiratory therapist may find themselves in a situation where it is necessary to disengage. Some might argue that disengaging is equivalent to patient abandonment. This presentation will evaluate the ethical and practical implications of disengaging from toxic situations in healthcare through case evaluation and discussion.

Critical Management of Pediatric Asthma: Adjunctive Therapies for Status Asthmaticus

Kyle Rehder, MD, CPPS

Asthma is a common reason for admission to the PICU. Standard therapies for status asthmaticus include continuous bronchodilators, corticosteroids, and intravenous magnesium. Refractory patients often require adjunctive therapies such as heliox, aminophylline, intravenous beta2 agonists, ketamine, high-flow nasal cannula, and noninvasive ventilation are controversial. This presentation will discuss the evidence for the use of adjunctive therapies in status asthmaticus.

This session is part of the “Critical Management of Pediatric Asthma” symposium.

Ethics: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly: Throwing In The Towel - Can an RT Give Up On a Patient?

Joel Brown, RRT, FAARC

Providing respiratory care in the acute care environment continues to increase in complexity. In some cases, the respiratory therapist may find themselves in a situation where it is necessary to disengage. Some might argue that disengaging is equivalent to patient abandonment. This presentation will evaluate the ethical and practical implications of disengaging from toxic situations in health care through case evaluation and discussion.

This session is part of the “Ethics: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly” symposium.

Home Care O2 Therapy: My Experience with Different Home and Portable Oxygen Systems

Jean Rommes, PhD
This talk will include a patients experience using long term oxygen who is active, travels with oxygen and has experienced the issues attendant with system selection, mobility in the community and travelling as an oxygen user.

Why Your Health as an RT Should be a Top Priority

Leslie Yancy, MS, RRT, AE-C

This presentation is highly recommended for those looking to make changes in their current health and self-care regimen. We will cover unhealthy coping mechanisms that are often common in the respiratory community. We will discuss the effects of stress on our health and address the importance of supporting your peers in their efforts of gaining healthier habits. By bringing awareness and education to the subjects of mental and physical health, we are able to increase our overall wellness, minimize burnout and compassion fatigue, and not only improve our quality of life but also the care we give to our patients.

This session is part of the “Feeling the Burn? Ideas for Dealing with Burnout” symposium.

Distance Education and the Virtual RT

Bryan Wattier, Med, RRT
In many ways, distance education and telehealth are closely related. The best attributes from distance education can cross-over into telehealth and give it a unique paradigm of which to base success in care delivery. This may be useful in disease management and a way to engage patients in their care.

Home Care O2 Therapy: My Experience with Different Home and Portable Oxygen Systems

Jean Rommes, PhD

This talk will include a patient’s experience using long-term oxygen who is active, travels with oxygen and has experienced the issues attendant with system selection, mobility in the community and travelling as an oxygen user.

This session is part of the “Home Care O2 Therapy” symposium.

Why Your Health as an RT Should be a Top Priority

Leslie Yancy, MS, RRT, AE-C

This presentation is highly recommended for those looking to make changes in their current health and self-care regimen. We will cover unhealthy coping mechanisms that are often common in the respiratory community. We will discuss the effects of stress on our health and address the importance of supporting your peers in their efforts of gaining healthier habits. By bringing awareness and education to the subjects of mental and physical health, we are able to increase our overall wellness, minimize burnout and compassion fatigue, and not only improve our quality of life but also the care we give to our patients.

This session is part of the “Feeling the Burn? Ideas for Dealing with Burnout” symposium.

Distance Education and the Virtual RT

Bryan Wattier, Med, RRT
In many ways, distance education and telehealth are closely related. The best attributes from distance education can cross over into telehealth and give it a unique paradigm of which to base success in care delivery. This may be useful in disease management and a way to engage patients in their care.

Discover the Leader Within YOU!: Justice for All! Creating a Just Culture

Matthew Pavlichko, MS, RRT, RRT-NPS
Have you been in a difficult situation with an employee and been unsure how to handle it? Have you had a "tough" conversation and questioned yourself? Being a consistent manager/leader is difficult...but does it have to be? Instituting a Just Culture gives you the tools and resources to be fair, just and consistent while creating an atmosphere of shared accountability. You and your team will thank you for it.

Year in Review: COVID-19: Pharmacologic Treatments for COVID-19

Mike Davis, PhD, RRT, FAARC
The focus on COVID 19 treatment has been oxygen delivery and mechanical ventilation. A host of treatments from steroids to anti-malarial drugs have been tried with a range of successes. Are there treatments for preventing COVID-19 infection or preventing severe infection. Are there inhaled medications that can stave off hypoxemia and invasive ventilation? This talk will review the pharmacologic treatment success and failures for COVID -19 in the last 12 months.

Discover the Leader Within YOU!: Justice for All! Creating a Just Culture

Matthew Pavlichko, MS, RRT, RRT-NPS

Have you been in a difficult situation with an employee and been unsure how to handle it? Have you had a “tough” conversation and questioned yourself? Being a consistent manager and leader is difficult…but does it have to be? Instituting a Just Culture gives you the tools and resources to be fair, just, and consistent while creating an atmosphere of shared accountability. You and your team will thank you for it.

This session is part of the “Discover the Leader Within YOU!” symposium.

Year in Review: COVID-19: Pharmacologic Treatments for COVID-19

Mike Davis, PhD, RRT, FAARC

The focus on COVID-19 treatment has been oxygen delivery and mechanical ventilation. A host of treatments from steroids to anti-malarial drugs have been tried with a range of successes. Are there treatments for preventing COVID-19 infection or preventing severe infection? Are there inhaled medications that can stave off hypoxemia and invasive ventilation? This talk will review the pharmacologic treatment success and failures for COVID-19 in the last 12 months.

This session is part of the “Year in Review: COVID-19” symposium.

Assessing Recruitment Potential before PEEP selection

Thomas Piraino, RRT, FCSRT, FAARC
The appropriateness of PEEP depends on the recruitment potential of the lung, however no randomized trials to date have assessed recruitment potential prior to assigning a PEEP strategy. This lecture will describe new methods to assess recruitment potential at the bedside.

Early Mobility in the PICU

Sapna Kudchadkar, MD, PhD
Illness shouldn't mean stillness-"Let's PICU Up"! Early mobility has been shown to improve outcomes in critically ill patients, so why don't we do it more often? This presentation will review evidence on how mobility improves the care and outcomes for critically ill children and share key strategies for implementing an early mobility program at your institution.

Making the Learning Go-’Round: Integrating Carousel Case Studies into your Classroom Routine

Camille Stover, MET, RRT
As the learning needs and preferences of our students evolve, instructors continue to work to find innovative opportunities and strategies to engage students with both the content and one another. Carousel case studies are a cooperative learning strategy that requires students to make cohesive individual decisions toward a group goal. This discussion will investigate the advantages of team-based learning strategies aimed at building critical thinking ability on an individual level.

Assessing Recruitment Potential before PEEP selection

Thomas Piraino, RRT, FCSRT, FAARC

The appropriateness of PEEP depends on the recruitment potential of the lung, however no randomized trials to date have assessed recruitment potential prior to assigning a PEEP strategy. This lecture will describe new methods to assess recruitment potential at the bedside.

This session is part of the “Considerations for Setting Positive End-Expiratory Pressure” symposium.

Early Mobility in the PICU

Sapna Kudchadkar, MD, PhD
Illness shouldn’t mean stillness. Let’s PICU Up! Early mobility has been shown to improve outcomes in critically ill patients, so why don’t we do it more often? This presentation will review evidence on how mobility improves the care and outcomes for critically ill children and share key strategies for implementing an early mobility program at your institution.

Making the Learning Go-’Round: Integrating Carousel Case Studies into your Classroom Routine

Camille Stover, MET, RRT
As the learning needs and preferences of our students evolve, instructors continue to work to find innovative opportunities and strategies to engage students with both the content and one another. Carousel case studies are a cooperative learning strategy that requires students to make cohesive individual decisions toward a group goal. This discussion will investigate the advantages of team-based learning strategies aimed at building critical thinking ability on an individual level.

Year in Review: COVID-19: Shared Ventilation in a Ventilator Shortage

Rich Branson, MSc, RRT, FAARC
Mass casually respiratory failure stresses hospital capacity, availability of clinicians and required ventilation devices. One technique to alleviate crisis standards of care includes ventilator sharing. The use of one ventilator to ventilate multiple patients has previously been described and during the current pandemic reported by several investigators. YouTube dilettantes packed the internet with videos of shared ventilation techniques, most without a thought to the safety in patients with altered respiratory mechanics. What systems have been developed, what are the important safety measures and what has use in human subject shown? This talk will review the data related to shared ventilation gathered in the last 12 months.

Year in Review: COVID-19: Shared Ventilation in a Ventilator Shortage

Rich Branson, MSc, RRT, FAARC

Mass casualty respiratory failure stresses hospital capacity, availability of clinicians and required ventilation devices. One technique to alleviate crisis standards of care includes ventilator sharing. The use of one ventilator to ventilate multiple patients has previously been described and during the current pandemic reported by several investigators. Videos packed the internet of shared ventilation techniques, most without a thought to the safety in patients with altered respiratory mechanics. What systems have been developed, what are the important safety measures, and what has use in human subjects shown? This talk will review the data related to shared ventilation gathered in the last 12 months.

This session is part of the “Year in Review: COVID-19” symposium.

Considerations for Setting Positive End-Expiratory Pressure: PEEP and the Diaphragm

L. Felipe Damiani, PhD, MSc, RRT
PEEP has the ability to impact the position of the diaphragm through increasing lung volume. Is the impact of PEEP on diaphragm function beneficial or potentially harmful? This lecture will discuss what is currently known regarding the relationship between PEEP and the diaphragm.

Calm Seas Don't Make Good Sailors: Hot Topics for New Leaders During Transition and Change

Emillee Lamorena, MSc, RRT, RRT-NPS
Many new, passionate leaders are emerging in Respiratory Care. However, developing as a new leader, regardless of experience or skill, can be very difficult, especially if you are creating changes in culture and workflows. This presentation will review some key strategies for all new leaders to help them build engaged teams, lead through [often times scary] transition and change, and effectively motivate their teams to success. Here are the hot tips for all emerging, young leaders!

Palliative Care for the Pediatric Patient

Natalia Henner, MD
Palliative care is an often misunderstood, but vital component of care for chronically ill children. This presentation will discuss the importance of palliative care for the pediatric patient, including benefits of including the palliative care team early.

Setting Objectives for the Interprofessional Education Experience

Shelley Mishoe, PhD, RRT, FAARC
This presentation will address resources available to serve as a starting point for developing the objectives and framework for an IPE experience. The workshop will discuss utilizing the Interprofessional Professional Education Collaboration Competencies of teams/teamwork, roles/responsibilities, ethics/values and communication as objectives. The participants will develop objectives for their action plan during this session.

Considerations for Setting Positive End-Expiratory Pressure: PEEP and the Diaphragm

L. Felipe Damiani, PhD, MSc, RRT

PEEP can affect the position of the diaphragm through increasing lung volume. Is the impact of PEEP on diaphragm function beneficial or potentially harmful? This lecture will discuss what is currently known about the relationship between PEEP and the diaphragm.

This session is part of the “Considerations for Setting Positive End-Expiratory Pressure” symposium.

Calm Seas Don't Make Good Sailors: Hot Topics for New Leaders During Transition and Change

Emillee Lamorena, MSc, RRT, RRT-NPS

Many new, passionate leaders are emerging in respiratory care. However, developing as a new leader, regardless of experience or skill, can be difficult, especially if you are creating changes in culture and workflows. This presentation will review some key strategies for all new leaders to help them build engaged teams, lead through transition and change, and effectively motivate their teams to success. Here are the hot tips for all emerging, young leaders!

This session is part of the “Discover the Leader Within YOU!” symposium.

Palliative Care for the Pediatric Patient

Natalia Henner, MD
Palliative care is an often misunderstood, but vital component of care for chronically ill children. This presentation will discuss the importance of palliative care for the pediatric patient, including benefits of including the palliative care team early.

Setting Objectives for the Interprofessional Education Experience

Shelley Mishoe, PhD, RRT, FAARC
This presentation will address resources available to serve as a starting point for developing the objectives and framework for an IPE experience. The workshop will discuss using the Interprofessional Professional Education Collaboration Competencies of teams and teamwork, roles and responsibilities, ethics and values, and communication. The participants will develop objectives for their action plan during this session.

Considerations for Setting Positive End-Expiratory Pressure

Eddy Fan, MD, PhD
PEEP has the ability to impact the position of the diaphragm through increasing lung volume. Is the impact of PEEP on diaphragm function beneficial or potentially harmful? This lecture will discuss what is currently known regarding the relationship between PEEP and the diaphragm.

Discover the Leader Within YOU!: Unmasking the Imposters

Cheryl Hoerr, MBA, RRT, FAARC
Have you always secretly thought that you gained your present level of success just because you were in the right place at the right time? Are you worried that someday everyone will realize you really aren’t as accomplished as everyone thinks you are? You might be suffering from “Imposter Syndrome”. Let’s figure out what this syndrome is all about and actions you can take to stop those feelings of unworthiness.

Determining Optimal PEEP in Mechanically Ventilated Pediatric Patients

Ira Cheifetz, MD, FAARC
Optimal PEEP is needed to prevent alveolar collapse and atelectrauma while improving oxygenation. This presentation will review evidence and best practice for determining optimal PEEP in mechanically ventilated pediatric patients.

Year in Review: COVID-19: Mechanical Ventilation in COVID -19 - Techniques & Outcomes

Rich Kallet, MSc, RRT, FAARC
COVID-19 causes severe hypoxemia respiratory failure and requires invasive mechanical ventilation in the sickest patients. Data from China, Italy and the US (NY and Boston) demonstrate a wide range of treatments and outcomes. What is the real mortality rate in patients with COVID-19 requiring invasive ventilation? In the past 12 months, what does the data show regarding ventilation techniques, the use of PEEP and outcomes. This talk discusses data from the last 12 months regarding successes and failures with mechanical ventilation in COVID-19.

Teaching Your Heart Out: The Need for Self-Care

Jennifer Anderson, EdD, RRT, RRT-NPS
Respiratory care educators often neglect self-care. This presentation examines resistance to change among faculty who promote balance and well-being in students and colleagues. A major obstacle to self-care, our resistance, will be explored through evidence-based research and reflection on experience. The presenter will demonstrate practices, which have been integrated into teaching, service, research, faculty development programs, and daily life.

Considerations for Setting Positive End-Expiratory Pressure

Eddy Fan, MD, PhD

The decision to increase PEEP is typically based on the patient’s oxygenation status. PEEP/FiO2 tables also guide PEEP increases based on oxygen requirements. However, does the oxygenation response to increasing PEEP have clinical meaning? This lecture will discuss the importance of oxygenation response (or lack of response) in the selection of PEEP.

This session is part of the “Considerations for Setting Positive End-Expiratory Pressure” symposium.

Discover the Leader Within YOU!: Unmasking the Imposters

Cheryl Hoerr, MBA, RRT, FAARC

Have you always secretly thought that you gained your present level of success just because you were in the right place at the right time? Are you worried that someday everyone will realize you really aren’t as accomplished as everyone thinks you are? You might be suffering from “Imposter Syndrome.” Let’s figure out what this syndrome is all about and actions you can take to stop those feelings of unworthiness.

This session is part of the “Discover the Leader Within YOU!” symposium.

Determining Optimal PEEP in Mechanically Ventilated Pediatric Patients

Ira Cheifetz, MD, FAARC
Optimal PEEP is needed to prevent alveolar collapse and atelectrauma while improving oxygenation. This presentation will review evidence and best practice for determining optimal PEEP in mechanically ventilated pediatric patients.

Year in Review: COVID-19: Mechanical Ventilation in COVID -19 - Techniques & Outcomes

Rich Kallet, MSc, RRT, FAARC

COVID-19 causes severe hypoxemia respiratory failure and requires invasive mechanical ventilation in the sickest patients. Data from China, Italy, and the U.S. (New York and Boston) demonstrate a wide range of treatments and outcomes. What is the real mortality rate in patients with COVID-19 requiring invasive ventilation? In the past 12 months, what does the data show regarding ventilation techniques, the use of PEEP and outcomes. This talk discusses data from the last 12 months regarding successes and failures with mechanical ventilation in COVID-19.

This session is part of the “Year in Review: COVID-19” symposium.

Teaching Your Heart Out: The Need for Self-Care

Jennifer Anderson, EdD, RRT, RRT-NPS
Respiratory care educators often neglect self-care. This presentation examines resistance to change among faculty who promote balance and well-being in students and colleagues. A major obstacle to self-care, our resistance, will be explored through evidence-based research and reflection on experience. The presenter will demonstrate practices, which have been integrated into teaching, service, research, faculty development programs, and daily life.

Closing Keynote - Get Rid of the BS

Risha Grant

Whether implicit or conscious, bias is the number one threat to humanity and any company’s success. Throughout this session, Risha allows attendees to authentically explore their biases, while giving them easily applicable tools to get over them, however screwed up they may be. Although diversity can often be an uncomfortable topic, Risha’s approach helps attendees to easily understand the concept, without feeling bored or judged.

Risha Grant teaches Diversity & Inclusion through the lens of humanity using terms like BS or Bias Synapse as a way to explain our brain’s involvement in the processing and validation of bias.

Closing Keynote - Get Rid of the BS

Risha Grant

Whether implicit or conscious, bias is the number one threat to humanity and any company’s success. Throughout this session, Risha allows attendees to authentically explore their biases, while giving them easily applicable tools to get over them, however screwed up they may be. Although diversity can often be an uncomfortable topic, Risha’s approach helps attendees to easily understand the concept, without feeling bored or judged.

Risha Grant teaches Diversity & Inclusion through the lens of humanity using terms like BS or Bias Synapse as a way to explain our brain’s involvement in the processing and validation of bias.

Sessions

Welcome Party: Billy Dawson Concert

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CLICK HERE for Boehringer Ingelheim & Medtronic

Take a Mind Break: Kaiut Yoga

Take a Mind Break: Kaiut Yoga

Take a Mind Break: Kaiut Yoga

Take a Mind Break: Kaiut Yoga

Take a Mind Break: Kaiut Yoga

Take a Mind Break: Kaiut Yoga

Take a Mind Break: Kaiut Yoga

Take a Mind Break: Kaiut Yoga

Take a Mind Break: Kaiut Yoga

Take a Mind Break: Kaiut Yoga

Opening Keynote — 2020: Chaos, Crisis, and the Path Forward

Opening Keynote — 2020: Chaos, Crisis, and the Path Forward

Question and Answer with Dr. Mehta

Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO): Mechanical Ventilation during Adult ECMO

Consultants: Get the Scoop and Practice Verbal Judo in Defending Respiratory Care Services

PRO/CON: Children with Pediatric Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome must be Ventilated with Tidal V

Prevention and Treatment of Postoperative Pulmonary Complications

Revisiting Adverse Childhood Experiences: Is this the Key to Managing COPD?

Editor's Choice

Mechanical Ventilation During Adult ECMO

Consultants: Get the Scoop and Practice Verbal Judo in Defending Respiratory Care Services

PRO/CON: Children with Pediatric Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome Must be Ventilated With Tidal V

Prevention and Treatment of Postoperative Pulmonary Complications

Revisiting Adverse Childhood Experiences: Is This The Key to Managing COPD?

Editors’ Choice

PRO/CON: Children with Pediatric Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome must be Ventilated with Tidal V

PRO/CON: Children with Pediatric Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome Must be Ventilated With Tidal V

Consultants: Get the Scoop and Practice Verbal Judo in Defending Respiratory Care Services

Consultants: Get the Scoop and Practice Verbal Judo in Defending Respiratory Care Services

Postoperative Management of Hypoxemia: CPAP, HFNC or Standard O2 therapy

Postoperative management of Hypoxemia: CPAP, HFNC or Standard O2 therapy

Sedation Management and Mobilization during ECMO

Returning Patients with Complex Medical Needs to their Rural Communities

Sedation Management and Mobilization During ECMO

Returning Patients With Complex Medical Needs to Their Rural Communities

I'm High-Risk…Monitor Me & Keep Me Safe

I'm High-Risk…Monitor Me & Keep Me Safe

Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO): Discontinuation of ECMO

Are We There Yet? - A Review Pediatric High Flow Nasal Cannula Data

Intraoperative Ventilation in the High Risk Surgical Patient

The Role of Wearable Technology and Smart Phone Applications in COPD Management

Discontinuation of ECMO

Are We There Yet? — A Review Pediatric High Flow Nasal Cannula Data

Intraoperative Ventilation in the High-Risk Surgical Patient

The Role of Wearable Technology and Smart Phone Applications in COPD Management

Take a Fun Food Break with an AARC Staff Member

Take a Fun Food Break with an AARC Staff Member

Take a Fun Food Break with an AARC Staff Member

Take a Fun Food Break with an AARC Staff Member

Take a Fun Food Break with an AARC Staff Member

PFTs, Pulmonary Disease, Home Care, and Equipment

Take a Fun Food Break with an AARC Staff Member

Take a Fun Food Break with an AARC Staff Member

Take a Fun Food Break with an AARC Staff Member

Take a Fun Food Break with an AARC Staff Member

Take a Fun Food Break with an AARC Staff Member

PFTs, Pulmonary Disease, Home Care, and Equipment

Preoperative Evaluation of the High Risk Surgical Patient

Preoperative Evaluation of the High-Risk Surgical Patient

Should I Monitor More During Invasive Ventilation?: Respiratory Drive of the Patient

Blending Traditional Lecture Strategies with Simulation-based Training: An Active Learning Approach

The Golden Hour and the Silver Lining: Birth and Beyond

Assessment and Treatment of Anxiety During Mechanical Ventilation

Should I Monitor More During Invasive Ventilation?: Respiratory Drive of the Patient

Blending Traditional Lecture Strategies With Simulation-based Training: An Active Learning Approach

The Golden Hour and the Silver Lining: Birth and Beyond

Assessment and Treatment of Anxiety During Mechanical Ventilation

VAP/VAE, CLABSI, CAUTI, SSI: The RTs Role in System-Wide HAI Prevention

VAP/VAE, CLABSI, CAUTI, SSI: The RTs Role in System-Wide HAI Prevention

Should I Monitor More During Invasive Ventilation?: Driving Pressure and Mechanical Power

Should I Monitor More During Invasive Ventilation?: Driving Pressure and Mechanical Power

Using Simulation to Train and Evaluate Airway Management Choreography

Use of Aerosolized Medication for the Treatment of Severe BPD

Noninvasive Assessment of Shock Using Ultrasound

Using Simulation to Train and Evaluate Airway Management Choreography

Use of Aerosolized Medication for the Treatment of Severe BPD