TSS Third Thursday Therapy Discussion
This webinar series will focus on key topics and allow insight from experts in their field. Included are the seminar topics, explanations, dates and registration.
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The Science Behind Microclimate
Dr. Angel Delgado
Senior Researcher, KCI
San Francisco, California
Please join us for a discussion about microclimate management and patient care, with our featured speaker Dr. Angel Delgado, Senior Researcher with KCI.
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Extrinsic Factors in Pressure Ulcer Development
Judy Smith
RN WOCN
San Francisco, California
Please join us for this educational discussion on the Extrinsic Factors of Pressure Ulcer Development, presented by Judy Smith, RN WOCN.
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The Economics of the RotoProne Therapy System
Eric A. Moss RN, CCRN, CNRN
Regional Professional Education Manager
Kinetic Concepts, Inc., San Antonio, TX
Objectives:
- Gain a basic understanding of common ventilator DRGs in the ICU and their reimbursement amounts
- Discuss peer-reviewed literature related to length of stay and length of ventilator time by using prone therapy
- Discuss the financial risk-sharing programs that KCI offers with RotoProne™ Therapy System
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KCI Overview of Pulmonary and Integumentary Issues for the Immobile Patient
Allison Hoover RN, BSN
Regional Professional Education Manager
Kinetic Concepts, Inc., San Antonio, TX
Objectives:
- Discuss mechanism of action of prone and kinetic therapy
- Verbalize understanding of indications, contraindications, risks and precautions associated with RotoProne™ Therapy System
- Verbalize and demonstrate understanding of necessary procedures in case of emergency
- Demonstrate the ICU continuum of care for pulmonary and integumentary issues relating to immobility