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APLUS: Lung and Brain Protective Respiratory Support Strategies for Extremely Preterm Infants (RP2511B)
The APLUS Conference is a one-day event equipping neonatology professionals (physicians, fellows, residents, nurses, advance practice providers, and respiratory therapists) with the latest methodologies and evidence in noninvasive respiratory support for extremely preterm infants. Through 4.5 hours of didactic sessions and 3 hours of hands-on training, participants will gain expertise in respiratory management of premature infants, delivering effective CPAP, management of hypoxic respiratory insufficiency and evidence-based strategies for preventing bronchopulmonary dysplasia. Other key topics include delivery room stabilization, the use of Less Invasive Surfactant Administration (LISA) and Surfactant administration through Laryngeal or Supraglottic Airway (SALSA) techniques and a NICU nurse panel highlighting practices in the care of these premature infants. Interactive workshops with hands-on training and simulation exercises will enhance practical skills. Led by a faculty with extensive expertise and multiple publications, the conference promises a high-quality learning experience that advances neonatal respiratory care.
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Target Audience
- neonatologists
- fellows
- pediatric residents
- advance practice providers
- nurses
- respiratory therapists
Learning Objectives
- Evaluate current evidence on management and associated outcomes for infants born at 22–25 weeks’ gestation.
- Describe the pathophysiology of hypoxic respiratory failure in extremely preterm infants and implement evidence-based management strategies.
- Describe the current evidence for pressure selection during CPAP therapy.
- Compare prophylactic versus early Less Invasive Surfactant Administration (LISA) approaches for infants born at 22–25 weeks’ gestation.
- Summarize key nursing insights and challenges in the care of infants born at 22–25 weeks’ gestation as discussed by an expert nurse panel.
- Demonstrate effective use of face mask positive pressure ventilation (PPV) and initiation of CPAP during delivery room stabilization.
- Perform Less Invasive Surfactant Administration (LISA) using thin catheters with both conventional and video laryngoscopy techniques and optimize CPAP delivery throughout the neonatal course.
- Demonstrate proficiency in administering surfactant through supraglottic airways (SALSA procedure), including proper patient positioning, medication preparation, and delivery technique.
- Discuss the design and development of evidence-based quality improvement initiatives that enhance lung-protective and neuroprotective ventilation strategies in the NICU setting.
Visitors and guests may park in the Maple Avenue Garage located at 5143 Maple Ave. The clinic building can be accessed on Level 1 of the garage..
Travel
Click HERE to access the room block at the Holiday Inn Express Dallas Medical & Market Center
Room block rate is $95/night plus tax and is guaranteed until Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025
Holiday Inn Express Dallas Medical & Market Center
4500 Harry Hines Blvd.
Dallas TX 75219
The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Physician
The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center designates this live activity for a maximum of 7.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Non-Physician
The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center certifies that non-physicians will receive an attendance certificate stating that they participated in the activity that was designated for 7.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.
Nursing Continuing Professional Development
UT Southwestern Medical Center is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. This activity provides 4.25 contact hours for the online didactic session and 7.25 contact hours for the entire conference.
Respiratory Therapy
This program has been approved for 7.25 contact hours Continuing Respiratory Care Education (CRCE) credit by the American Association for Respiratory Care
Course # 195296000. Providing credit for full day attendance only.
Available Credit
- 7.25 AMA
- 7.25 Attendance
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Price
Registration Information
Registration
To register:
- "Login" to your existing account or create an account in EthosCE, online learning management system, by selecting the "create an account" link.
- Once logged in, return to this course page, select the designated fee and click the "add to cart" button.
- In the following "checkout" pages you will verify and process your payment.
- After registration is completed, a confirmation will be sent by email.
A $25 handling fee will be deducted from cancellation refunds. Refund requests must be received by email at [email protected] by Oct 23, 2025. No refunds will be made thereafter.