This is my blog and I am going to post anything that interests me about Respiratory Therapy and the SAIT RT Program. During this winter term my blog usually focuses on RESP 220 (Introduction to Mechanical Ventilators) course but all topics are open.
I am just getting back to classes after a short break to get a new right knee installed and am looking forward to 2011 and getting to know the first year students.
My first week starting back to work takes me to Hawaii where I am presenting and attending an international educational conference from Jan. 3-7. I know it is a tough way to start the New Year but someone has to do the dirty work.
There are some great resources for students these days with the Faculty at SAIT being excellent but I find students can often use an excellent resource like the Merck Manuals particularly as a quick resource for pathology (http://www.merckmanuals.com/professional/index.html). This online resource is the first place I go to get background info on almost any diseases.
Another source of interest is the CBC radio program “White Coat, Black Art”. This program deals with many issues such as; stress related to shift work, ethical problems, medical errors, and just about anything to do with medicine. It’s a fantastic professional look at the dynamics of medicine in Canada and you can choose to listen to any of the Podcasts you like at this website: http://www.cbc.ca/whitecoat/. If you get a little tired of studying relax by listening to a few of these podcasts.
The key about a blog like this is that it is not a mechanism for me to rant and rave. It’s a forum where I may introduce a topic or put forth my views on a topic but it really is important for you to participate with your comments. I will do my best to respond to any and all comments in a timely manner.
Check the D2L course website for the RESP 220 course map and the first modules Power Point slides. I’ll see you in class January 10.
Al
