Sleep Pearls for the Pulmonary Provider

Session Format

Pre-Recorded

Session Type

Plenary Presentation

Topic Area

Sleep

Description

Patients with chronic pulmonary disease often have comorbid sleep disorders or nocturnal hypoventilation. The goal of this session is to help general pulmonary providers successfully screen for and manage sleep disorders. First, we will discuss indications for sleep testing in patients with asthma, COPD, pulmonary hypertension, and ILD. Next, we will provide an evidence-based update on strategies for improving CPAP adherence. Finally, the role of noninvasive ventilation for patients with COPD will be explored, including practical strategies for+D140 succesful approval of devices in this population.

Learning Objective 1

To explore the role of sleep disturbance as it relates to chronic pulmonary diseases including asthma, COPD, pulmonary hypertension, and ILD.

Learning Objective 2

To describe the role of noninvasive ventilation for patients with chronic respiratory failure and practical strategies for implementing this therapy.

Summary


Availability:	On-Demand


Cost:	FREE


Credit Offered:	1 CME Credit