Role of the RCP in Homecare

Course Information Category: CEU  Price: $15.99 CSRT Credit: 1.0 PD/CE Purchase includes Downloadable PDF and access to online test. Course LinksClick the course type below to register for the course:CSRT Approved Course Course Description This course provides a historical perspective of providing patient’s care in their homes.  It examines the different types of services that comprise…

What is a Respiratory Therapist? And Why So Needed?

What is a Respiratory Therapist? Respiratory therapy is best described as the assessment and treatment of patients with both acute and chronic dysfunction of the cardiopulmonary system. Respiratory therapy may include treating diseases, infections, or viruses of the cardiopulmonary system, such as lung cancer, asthma, emphysema, bronchitis, and pneumonia. RTs may also provide life-saving care to…

Cannabis and Sleep Medicine

Cannabis use has Been Around for a Long Time The medicinal use of cannabis dates back to 4000 B.C. where Cannabis was regarded among “five grains” in China and was farmed as a major food crop. 2737 B.C. was the earliest record of cannabis use as a medicinal drug, treating populations in China for gout,…

Durable Medical Equipment (DME) Providers affected by COVID-19

The current COVID-19 pandemic has presented unusual and extraordinary challenges to our health care system. As this virus continues to spread and hospitals reach capacity, we will see an increased need for home treatment for a number of health issues, including those directly and/or indirectly related to COVID-19. As hospitals discharges become more prevalent in…