Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy

This program is divided into three major sections: 1) Chamber, 2) Ventilator, and 3) Respiratory Care Practitioner.

1. Subsections under Chamber include:
   • History of HBO
   • Indications for HBO
   • Physiologic Effects of HBO
   • Hyperbaric Chamber Design and Operation
2. Subsections under Ventilator include:
   • Description of the Sechrist Model 500 A Hyperbaric Ventilator
   • 500A Module
   • Patient Circuit
   • Operation Check
3. Subsections under Respiratory Care Practitioner include:
   • Requirements for HBO Technicians
   • Patient Preparation
   • The Dive Protocol
   • Emergency Depressurization

HBO Objectives

After completing this program, the participant will be able to:

1. Describe the primary and secondary effects of hyperbaric oxygen therapy.
2. Describe the two types of chambers used and compare the advantages and disadvantages of each.
3. Describe how to check the operation of the Sechrist Model 500A Hyperbaric Ventilator.
4. Explain how the patient is prepared for HBO.
5. Describe the complications associated with HBO including long term complications.
6. State the absolute contraindications for HBO.
7. List the Emergent, Urgent, and Elective Conditions treatable by HBO as given in class.
8. State the approximate time, frequency, and pressure generally involved with HBO treatments
9. List the signs and symptoms of oxygen toxicity.

HBO References

The Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Society

Objectives

Chamber

Ventilator

RCP

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