Fundamentals of Respiratory Therapy

Understand the core principles of respiratory care, its critical role in managing chronic conditions, and how it improves patient quality of life.

Mastering Lung Assessment Techniques

From identifying normal versus abnormal lung sounds to understanding the use of pulse oximetry, you’ll learn how to conduct thorough respiratory assessments and document findings accurately.

Advanced Therapeutic Techniques

Dive into practical modules covering nebulizer treatment, incentive spirometry, chest physiotherapy (CPT), and more—each designed to help you deliver precise and effective patient care.

About the Course

Our Respiratory Therapy in Long-Term Care Training Program is tailored for  nurses in skilled nursing facilities.  Dive into the essentials of respiratory care compliance through ten modules. Equip yourself with the knowledge and skills needed to ensure proper documentation and maximize reimbursement under RAI and Medicare guidelines. Take the first step towards becoming a compliance expert today!

Course Curriculum

12 Chapters · 38 Lessons

  1. 1

    Course Overview

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      Course Overview

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      About Your Instructor

  2. 2

    Module 1: The Role and Importance of Respiratory Therapy

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      The Role and Importance of Respiratory Therapy

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      Core Quiz

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      Lesson Extension: Benefits of Respiratory Therapy for Chronic Conditions

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      Knowledge Check

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    Module 2: Identifying Lung Sounds

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      Identifying Lung Sounds

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      Pleural Rub sounds

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      Rales Course Crackles sounds

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      Rhonchi sounds

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      Wheeze sounds

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      Bronchial sounds

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      Normal Vesicular sounds

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      Quiz

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      Respiratory Assessment & Documentation (Supplement)

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    Module 3: Normal Breathing Patterns

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      Normal Breathing Patterns

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      Quiz

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    Module 4: Pulse Oximetry and Oxygen Saturation

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      Pulse Oximetry and Oxygen Saturation

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      Quiz

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      When Oxygen Is Indicated

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      Oxygen Delivery Devices

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    Module 5: Nebulizer Treatment Administration

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      Nebulizer Treatment Administration

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      Quiz

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      Documentation of Respiratory Therapy Minutes

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    Module 6: Incentive Spirometry

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      Incentive Spirometry

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      Quiz

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      Administering the Incentive Spirometer

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    Module 7: Chest Physiotherapy (CPT)

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      Chest Physiotherapy (CPT)

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      Quiz

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    Module 8: Acapella Devices and Metered-Dose Inhalers

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      Acapella Devices and Metered-Dose Inhalers

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      Quiz

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      Administering MDIs / DPIs

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    Module 9: Deep Breathing and Coughing Exercises

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      Deep Breathing and Coughing Exercises

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    Module 10: Oral Suctioning and Tracheostomy Care

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      Oral Structuring and Tracheostomy Care

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      Lung Auscultation

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    Final Exam Instructions

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      Welcome to the Final Exam for Respiratory Therapy in Long-Term Care.

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      Course Evaluation

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      Final Exam

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