Wildfire Effects on Our Patients

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Seminar Information
Seminar Date:
August 22, 2024
Seminar Objectives
  • State origins and aspects that cause wildfires
  • Explain particulate matter
  • Define Air Quality Index
  • Summarize steps to take to avoid wildfire smoke exposure
Wildfire Effects on Our Patients

This lecture will discuss the aspects of wildfires including climate change and effects people have on wildfire dangers and vice versa. It reviews what exactly causes exacerbations of chronic and acute pulmonary illnesses, including volatile organic compounds and particulate matter. The lecture discusses who is at risk due to poor air quality and how to protect patients from exposure. 

Individual topic purchase: Selected
California Society for Respiratory Care
Total CEUs: 1.00
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Member: $5.00
Student: $5.00
Non-member: $10.00