Hypoglossal Nerve Stimulation Implant for Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Course: #1986Level: Introductory 1 Hour 561 Reviews
A introductory review of the hypoglossal nerve stimulation implant as a therapy for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is provided within this course. The course explores the mechanism of action, identifies research trends, and details the procedure for participants to gain insights into this implant therapy.
On Demand
Course Type: Video
CEUs/Hours Offered: AARC - CRCE/1.0; CE Broker/1.0 Direct Delivery Of Respiratory Care Services, CE Broker #20-951481; IACET/0.1
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Learning Outcomes
- After this course, participants will be able to discuss the key aspects of OSA, including its causes, symptoms, and potential complications.
- After this course, participants will be able to discuss the concept and application of hypoglossal nerve stimulation therapy as a treatment for OSA.
- After this course, participants will be able to identify relevant research studies and findings related to hypoglossal nerve implantations for treating OSA.
- After this course, participants will be able to explain how the implantation device operates, including the procedural aspects involved in their application.
- After this course, participants will be able to recognize the criteria that indicate when the implantation of devices involving the hypoglossal nerve is appropriate and when it may be contraindicated.
Course created on December 13, 2023
Agenda
| 0-5 Minutes | Introduction |
| 5-15 Minutes | Discuss the key aspects of OSA |
| 15-25 Minutes | Hypoglossal nerve stimulation therapy |
| 25-35 Minutes | Evidenced-based literature on hypoglossal nerve implantations for treating OSA |
| 35-45 Minutes | Hypoglossal nerve stimulation operational and procedural aspects |
| 45-55 Minutes | Criteria for indications |
| 55-60 Minutes | Summary, Q&A |
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Duane Reed
EdD RRT, RCP
Dr. Duane Reed received his Doctoral degree in Education from Walden University. He completed his Master’s degree in Adult Education from Central Michigan University and his Bachelor’s degree in Advanced Respiratory Care from Weber State University.
Dr. Reed is the respiratory care program director at Southern Crescent Technical College. His clinical experience entails over 20 years as a respiratory care practitioner at Grady Memorial Hospital in Atlanta, Georgia, working in critical care areas of surgical, cardiac, medical, and neurointensive care units. Over the last ten years, Dr. Reed has contributed to educational publishing companies as a clinical editor and senior reviewer.
Additionally, Dr. Reed owns Pulmonary Education Consultants, LLC, a company providing respiratory care educational materials and tutoring services. He has authored study cards in areas of mechanical ventilation, which are nationally published, helping respiratory therapists around the country.
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American Association for Respiratory Care
This non-traditional program has been approved for a maximum of 1 contact hour(s) Continuing Respiratory Care Education (CRCE) credit by the American Association for Respiratory Care, 9425 N. MacArthur Blvd. Suite 100 Irving TX 75063. Course # 191156000
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