Ventilator Associated Pneumonia (VAP) Made Easy!
 

CONFIDENTLY DIAGNOSE AND MANAGE PATIENTS WITH VAP

Join Dr. Seheult as he illustrates the key concepts of ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP). Understand the epidemiology, pathophysiology, and ventilator-associated pneumonia treatment guidelines. Learn the difference between diagnosing VAP using clinical vs bacteriological guidelines.




WHAT YOU'll RECEIVE FROM THIS COURSE:

  • A systematic approach to the diagnosis and treatment of VAP
  • Crucial VAP management skills such as breathing trials and antibiotic selection
  • Reinforcement of key VAP physiology concepts
  • A clinical perspective of ventilator-associated pneumonia nuances and rare findings
  • Quiz questions to reinforce core concepts and help you study
  • 1 year of unlimited access on up to 3 devices
Course Contents
  • Definition, Epidemiology & Pathophysiology free trial
  • Quiz 1 free trial
  • Risk Factors, General Prophylaxis, Intubation, and Mechanical Ventilation
  • Quiz 2
  • "CASS," Balloon Inflation, Awakening and Breathing Trials
  • Quiz 3
  • Aspiration, Body Position, Feeding, Antibiotics
  • Quiz 4
  • Oral Chlorhexidine, Transfusions, GI Prophylaxis, BUNDLES, Selective Decontamination of the Digestive Tract
  • Quiz 5
  • 2016 Guidelines Update
  • Quiz 6

    GERRY PRIETO (Medical Student)

    PETER PYAGAY

    Good course, I will recommend it to my friends!

    JENNIFER BEVACQUA, NP

    Helpful, thank you!

    JOHNNY TIDMORE

    ABBY FREEMAN

    excellent!

    RODERICK MITCHELL , MD

    excellent

    ELENA DRAGHICIU, MD

    SYBILLE NELSON, NP

    Helpful review. Hitting all the highlights. Presenting a case study would bridge the content to care at the bedside. A clear table of references should be provided at the end of the lessons.

    SUDHIR PASHAM, MD

    MOHAMMED ABDULNASEER, MD

    superb course


  • Quadruple Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Pulmonary Medicine, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine.

  • Over 20 years teaching experience as both an exam preparation instructor and an assistant professor of medicine.

  • Experience as a medical director for both a Southern California Physician Assistant Program and a Respiratory Therapy Program.



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