At the end of Module 2: Respiratory Assessment and Care, participants will be able to:
- Explain the goal of oxygen therapy and identify signs and symptoms of hypoxia
- Define and differentiate between oxygen modalities utilized within Nova Scotia Health
- Identify common disease processes and reasonings which would require a tracheostomy
- Demonstrate tracheostomy stoma site care, including inner cannula change and suctioning, guided by Nova Scotia Health policies and procedures
- List and explain required emergency equipment for a patient with a tracheostomy
- Discuss anticipated investigations and actions for a decompensating respiratory patient
