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Avanos* presents…“Subglottic Suction Endotracheal Tubes” as a part of their Respiratory Health Week series

Endotracheal tubes are designed to protect the airway and provide a direct route to the lungs for mechanical ventilation.  One of the hazards and complications of endotracheal tubes is an increase risk in developing pulmonary infections.  This presentation will discuss a new design of endotracheal tubes to minimize and reduce the risk of pulmonary infections associated with endotracheal tube use.

Presenter:

Jerry P. King, Jr., MAEd, RRT  |  Associate Professor, Respiratory Therapy  |  Program Director  |  UAB School of Health Professions

Target Audience: Respiratory Therapists

Continuing Education Information: Each American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) Accredited course provides 1 credit hour of education. 1 CH AARC.

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