Pilot Recertification Program Core 4: Pre-Course Study Recommendations This core session is designed to reinforce concepts that you should already be familiary with as well as new, "expanded scope" methodologies. In the time that the session encompasses, we will briefly cover the topics; please review and be prepared to discuss the following concepts before coming to class.

Section One - Pulmonology

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• Idenfity and discuss the anatomy and physiology of the pulmonary system
• Discuss the pathophysiology of common pulmonary disorders
• Define and compare the various techniques used to manage pulmonary disorders
• Identify common pathological events that effect the pulmonary system
• Identify the signs, symptoms, and management of the following: ARDS, asthma, emphysema, chronic bronchitis, pulmonary embolism, neoplasms, upper and lower respiratory tract infections, spontaneous pneumothorax, hyperventilation syndrome

Section Two - Advanced Airway Management

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• Describe the anatomy and physiology of the adult, infant, and child airways
• Describe the proper use of BLS airway adjuncts
• Review the use of oxygen therapy in patient management
• Identify the indications and contraindications for NG tube use
• Identify the indications and contraindications for endotracheal intubation
• Describe the methods for selecting the correct size for an ET tube
• Describe the technique for ET intubation (orotracheal) and for confirming ET tube placement
• Explain the rationale for assessing lung sounds
• Describe the different lung sounds (normal and pathological)
• Demonstrate the use of the following: Pharyngotracheal Lumen airways and esophageal obturator devices

Section Three - Shock Management and Fluid Resuscitation

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• Assessment of the shock patient
• Identify the causes and types of shock and treatment modalities
• Determine and calculate fluid infusion rates