Respiratory Emergencies Kiowa Fire

A full review of airway anatomy and physiology spanning the upper and lower airways. Explore the physiology of ventilations, oxygenation, perfusion, and gas exchange and how we can use these principles to care for our patients. Learn to recognize abnormal breathing patterns, assess impending respiratory failure, and when to be aggressive with airway management.

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Learning Objectives

  1. Describe upper and lower airway anatomy and explain the basic physiology of ventilation, oxygenation, perfusion, and gas exchange.
  2. Interpret key respiratory monitoring data, including SpO₂, EtCO₂, PaO₂, PaCO₂, and basic arterial blood gas findings.
  3. Perform a systematic respiratory assessment and recognize abnormal respiratory patterns and signs of impending respiratory failure.
  4. Differentiate common respiratory emergencies based on clinical presentation, assessment findings, and available diagnostic information.
  5. Identify age- and condition-specific considerations when assessing pediatric, adult, pregnant, and other special patient populations.
  6. Select appropriate initial interventions for respiratory emergencies, including oxygen therapy, noninvasive ventilation, airway management, and mechanical ventilation support.
  7. Recognize indications for advanced airway management and evaluate airway placement and ventilation using clinical assessment and capnography.

Course summary

Available credit: 
  • 2.00 Airway, Ventilation, Respiratory
Course opens: 
11/04/2026
Course expires: 
05/14/2027
Cost:
$0.00
Rating: 
0

Dave Sanko , BA, NRP

EMS Manager of Education and Training

Brandon Kindland

EMS Coordinator

This course is accredited through the State of Colorado and NREMT.

Available Credit

  • 2.00 Airway, Ventilation, Respiratory

Price

Cost:
$0.00
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