Description

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TOPICS COVERED:

Research on subglottic pressure

Methods to re-establish airflow to upper airway

Multidisciplinary troubleshooting and treatment planning

Mechanical ventilation and in-line placement

Speaking valve placement and management

Updated guidelines for vent weaning

Trach tubes and swallowing

SEMINAR DESCRIPTION:

This unique seminar offers both the Speech-Language Pathologist's and the Respiratory Therapist's perspective on treating tracheostomy and ventilator-dependent patients. Oropharyngeal swallowing function will be covered with an emphasis on the interaction between deglutition, secretion management and respiratory performance. Special topics include a pertinent research review, the subglottic pressure for swallowing, and methods to re-establish airflow to the upper airway. Tracheostomy tube variations and mechanical ventilation will be fully explained.

Multidisciplinary troubleshooting and treatment planning ideas that will facilitate attainment of speech, swallowing and vent-weaning goals will be provided. Included will be a hands-on lab session featuring a ventilator and a collection of trachs, allowing participants an opportunity to facilitate functional learning, ask questions, and problem solve in relation to their respective disciplines and facilities. The ultimate goal of this seminar is to boost participant knowledge and confidence in working with this challenging population.

Cancellation Policy & Late Registration

Outline

                                         DAY ONE

8:00–8:20      Check In and Onsite Registration (Coffee and Tea)

8:25–8:30       General Seminar Information

8:30–10:00     Tracheostomy Tubes

10:00–10:15    Break

10:15–12:00    Mechanical Ventilation

12:00–1:00      Lunch on Own

1:00–2:00        Function of Different Speaking Valves

2:00–2:45        Care of Tracheostomy and Ventilator Patients

2:45–3:00        Break

3:00–4:30        Hands-on Lab: Tracheostomy Tubes and Ventilator Demonstration

        4:30         Adjourn and Sign Out

                                         DAY TWO

7:30–7:55       Sign In (Coffee and Tea)

8:00–9:00       Speaking Valve Placement, Candidacy and Effects

9:00–9:45       Multidisciplinary In-Line Speaking Valve Placement

9:45–10:00     Break

10:00–11:00   Swallowing Function and Subglottic Pressure Theory

11:00–12:00   Lunch on Own

12:00–1:00     Ventilator Weaning

1:00–2:00       Evaluating Swallowing Function

2:00–2:15       Break

2:15–2:45      Troubleshooting Tracheostomy Tubes

2:45–3:00      Multidisciplinary Policy and Procedures

        3:00       Adjourn and Sign Out

Speaker Profile

Roxann Diez Gross, PhD, CCC-SLP, is a leading expert, accomplished researcher, and frequently invited international lecturer on tracheostomy-dependent patients. Prior to becoming the Research Manager at The Children's Institute, she was the Director of the Swallowing Disorders Center at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center as well as an Assistant Professor of Otolaryngology in the School of Medicine. She is now an adjunct assistant professor in the Department of Communication Science and Disorders at the University of Pittsburgh. She has published several scientific papers and clinical book chapters. Her primary area of research examines interactions between breathing and swallowing in individuals with indwelling tracheostomy tubes, neurologic impairments and respiratory disease.

Kathleen A. Lane, RRT, CPFT, is a Respiratory Therapist and Manager of the Critical Care Respiratory Therapy Department at the VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System. She has over 20 years of clinical experience. Ms. Lane has been a full-time clinical educator for the past 9 years, educating physicians, nurses, respiratory therapists, and speech-language pathologists in the area of tracheostomy and ventilator management.

Location & Lodging

Seminar Location:

Tennova North Knoxville Medical Center (formerly Mercy Medical)
Medical Office Building - Sister Elizabeth Room
7557 Dannaher Way
Powell, TN 37849

Phone: 865-859-8000
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Parking:  FREE. Use the "Professional Building Parking Lot."

Meeting Room:  Sister Elizabeth Room (1st floor).

Building Access:  Enter the medical center via the Professional Building and follow signs to the meeting room. 
                                       (Being the weekend, other entrances may be locked.)

Lodging:

Comfort Inn
7585 Barnett Way
Powell, TN 37849

Phone: 865-938-5500
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The Comfort Inn is less than 1 mile from Mercy Medical Center. Receive a 25% hotel room discount at the Comfort Inn when you mention "St. Mary’s / Mercy Medical Conference Center."

Intended Audience

• Respiratory Therapist
• Nurse
• SLPA
• SLP

Accreditation

This course is offered for 1.2 ASHA CEUs (Intermediate level, Professional area).

Application has been made to the American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) for continuing education contact hours for respiratory therapists.

Northern Speech Services is an approved provider by the Florida Board of Nursing. Provider #NCE 2824.

 

NSS is approved by the Florida Board of Nursing. Provider #27I2494

Past Participant Comments

"Excellent level of knowledge — best I've ever heard on this topic by far!!"

"Excellent quality of instruction — provided background info basics to ensure listener comprehension and understanding."

"This topic intimidates me, but she makes you feel that you can do this."

"Very organized and specialized — thanks for giving me some new ideas/tools to carry on!"

"Very knowledgeable! Good info/demo with trach tubes/speaking valves."

"Touched on important material, concise and informational."

"I can use immediately info I learned here."

"In almost 30 years, I've never yet been to an NSS seminar that wasn't informative, stimulating, and wonderfully organized."

"NSS has been consistent in providing interesting and educational opportunities — thanks!"

"Your people are always so helpful and professional at the home office and here at the in-service. NSS is an excellent company."

"Always well-organized, comfortable seating, and interesting topics and speakers."

"NSS = class act! Informative, contemporary and pertinent clinically relevant seminars."