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These interactive e-learning modules are a great starting point prior to any in-person training or for refresher training. ​For those that are interested, you can earn a completion certificate by obtaining 80% on the interactive quiz at the end of each module!

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Invasive Ventilation


Tracheostomy Tubes and Stoma Care
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  • Information about the different tracheostomy tubes, and how to provide care for a tracheostomy stoma.
Tracheal Suctioning and Manual Ventilation
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  • Learn about the indications for and the performance of tracheal suctioning and manual ventilation.
Introduction to Long-Term Invasive Mechanical Ventilation
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  • Gain an understanding of long-term invasive mechanical ventilation - from indications to setup to troubleshooting alarms.
Caring for an Individual on Long-Term Ventilation
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  • Explore activities of care provided to a person on long-term mechanical ventilation.

Other Topics


Introduction to Respiratory Anatomy and Physiology
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  • An introduction to the anatomy of the respiratory system and how we breathe.
Cough Augmentation
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  • Learn about the use of mechanical Cough Assist, breath stacking and manually assisted cough.
Augmentative and Alternative Communication
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  • Discover the many ways to interact using augmentative and alternative communication.
Weaning from Prolonged Ventilation
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  • ​This module is intended for patients who are receiving prolonged ventilation support, as well as their families. In addition, it can serve as an introduction to the weaning process for healthcare providers when they are first caring for this patient group.
Persistent Critical Illness
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  • This module has been developed for healthcare provider teams working with patients and families who have persistent and chronic critical illness.
Patient Values History: Shaping the Treatment Plan on the Continuum of Persistent Critical Illness to LTV
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  • This module has been developed for healthcare provider teams who would like to learn more about the importance of values history in this patient population.
Cognitive Mental Health Outcomes in Long-Term Ventilation and Post-Critical Illness
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  • This 20-minute interactive module explores the ICU-to-recovery journey for patients on long-term ventilation, focusing on cognitive and mental health challenges and effective support strategies.
Risks of Oxygen Use in Neuromuscular Patients
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  • This mirco-learning module is designed to provide health care professionals (HCPs) with an understanding of the risks associated with oxygen use in neuromuscular (NM) patients.

CANVent Modules and Non-Invasive Ventilation


CANVent Phase 1: No Risk of Respiratory Complications
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  • Respiratory education relating to muscle weakness may prompt early medical assessment, particularly for the individual with loss of independent ambulation.
CANVent Phase 2: At-Risk of Respiratory Complications
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  • ​A thorough NMD and SCI respiratory assessment allows judicious management and initiation of preventive strategies. Early access to non-invasive respiratory aids can preserve quality of life.
CANVent Phase 3: Respiratory Failure & Signs of Progression
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  • ​Respiratory assessments and action plan must be re-evaluated as disease progress.
CANVent Phase 4: Non-Invasive Ventilation
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  • Non-invasive breathing support initiated at the onset of signs and symptoms of respiratory failure will prolong survival.
CANVent Phase 5: Decannulation
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  • ​Introduction to the weaning approach for patients who have experienced respiratory failure and were intubated or undergone a tracheostomy.
Introduction to Long-Term Non-Invasive Ventilation
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  • Education on the long-term use of non-invasive ventilation – from indications to setup to troubleshooting.


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