OVERVIEW

American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) Next Step A-STEP is organized by American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM).

Release date: 01/1/2018
Expiration date: 01/1/2021

Estimated time to complete: 1.50 hrs.

Credit Offered: 3 AASM CEC Credits

Description:
Are you looking to take your sleep technology skills to the next level? This bundle of three modules developed especially for experienced sleep technologists will help you to gain further expertise. Learn how to properly care for patients with special considerations, including patients with physical and psychological disabilities as well as patients who are pregnant, among others. Listen to an in-depth discussion of BPAP therapies, and learn about additional forms of treatment for those suffering with central sleep apnea.

Learning Objectives:
Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:
• Recognize characteristics of special needs patients and review approaches to providing quality care;
• Discuss the parameters and functions of Bilevel modalities including when to implement for sleep disordered breathing and other clinical scenarios; and
• Define the role of bilevel PAP therapies, including adaptive servo ventilation, and oxygen therapy in the treatment of CSA.