AARC News Feed

1. Secretion Clearance in Ventilated Patients

   This Current Topics DVD addresses secretion clearance in ventilated patients. The Current Topics series is filled with the latest in respiratory care.

2. AARC’s Virtual Museum Unveils a New Look

   AARC's virtual museum receives a new look and makes it easier for visitors to view the galleries on any device. You can even contribute to the content.

3. Support Respiratory Therapists on the Front Line Against COVID-19

   Join us in supporting all respiratory therapists in the fight against COVID-19. Take advantage of our social media tools to help spread awareness and RT pride with your community. Find the resources you need including social media cover photos, shareable graphics and profile photo frames. Stay connected by using #RTSTRONG on your graphics and posts.... Read more »

4. COVID-19: Joint Statement & Guidance Document on Multiple Patients Per Ventilator

   The AARC issued a joint statement with various professional medical organizations from across the U.S. this week, addressing the question of placing multiple patients on one ventilator. The consensus statement includes the following organizations: Society of Critical Care Medicine (SCCM) American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation... Read more »

5. Drowning in Readmits? Respiratory Navigation, A Breath of Fresh Air

   In this week's Big Ideas Theater Consuela Wiley discusses the problem of drowning in readmits. She dicusses how her team worked to save millions.