123 - Non-Invasive Ventilation on Med-Surg Units and at Home

Non-invasive mask ventilation with CPAP, BiPAP, and NPPV machines is becoming increasingly common in the hospital and home. Med-surg nurses and case managers need to be knowledgeable about the options available in non-invasive positive pressure ventilation (NPPV), how NPPV benefits the patient, and the essential elements of patient education regarding NPPV.

Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information

Contact hours available until 9/16/2020.

Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online CNE evaluation. You will be able to print your CNE certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.

Conferences Committee Disclosures: There are no disclosures to declare.

Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure: There are no disclosures to declare.

Commercial Support and Sponsorship:
No commercial support or corporate sponsorship was received.

Accreditation Statement:
This session is jointly provided by Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. (AJJ) and the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses (AMSN).

Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nurses, Provider Number CEP 5387.

Learning Outcome:
After completing this learning activity, the participant will be able to recognize the benefits of NPPV for patients with hypercapnic respiratory failure and to assist patients with use of their home NPPV device.