Course Code: REL-CHC-0-CRIPDT
Hours: 1.5
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2026
Learning Objectives:
Indicate the differences between viral and bacterial respiratory infections.
Describe how respiratory infections affect special populations.
Recall pathophysiology, symptoms, management, and treatment for the most common upper and lower respiratory infections.
Outline:
Section 1: Diagnosing Respiratory Infections
Introduction
Respiratory Infections 101
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 2: Upper Respiratory Infections
Common Cold, Influenza, and Sinusitis
COVID-19
Knowledge Check
Pharyngitis and Tonsillitis
Pertussis (Whooping Cough)
Laryngitis, Croup, and Acute Epiglottitis
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 3: Lower Respiratory Infections
Bronchiolitis and Bronchitis
Pneumonia and Tuberculosis
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 4: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor
Resources
References
Subject Matter Expert: Alia Lutz, BA, BSN, RN
Alia Lutz, BA, BSN, RN, has over 10 years of experience as a Registered Nurse with a focus on cardiothoracic, respiratory, and coronary care. She has also had experience in Med-Surg, step-down and ICU. Prior to joining Relias as a SME and Content Writer for acute care, she provided virtual education and injection training on injectable biologics to patients, reported adverse events, and was a patient advocate. She has collaborated with peers on creating job aids, writing policies, and improving quality of care and documentation. Alia received her Bachelors in Nursing from Otago Polytechnic in New Zealand in 2011.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Nursing Personnel; Respiratory Therapists; in the following settings: Community Mental Health Centers (CMHCs).
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.