Get a complete update of your competences in clinical assistance in Pneumology areas thanks to this Hybrid Master's Degree”

Currently, the high incidence and prevalence of respiratory pathologies has led healthcare professionals to constantly update their skills in the comprehensive approach to the patient. A scenario that increased with the pandemic caused by COVID-19 and that still has repercussions in the different healthcare systems.

Faced with this reality, the nurse specialized in the area of Pneumology has had to increase his or her assistance capacity, applying much more precise techniques and the most advanced pharmacology. For this reason, TECH has designed this Hybrid Master's Degree that takes the graduate to complete a complete update over 1,500 hours.

This program is distinguished by the perfect combination of a solid theoretical framework, taught 100% online, with a practical stay of 3 weeks in a first class hospital center. In this way, the graduate will have access to an effective update, where they will have access to didactic material prepared by specialists in respiratory diseases and will also be tutored during the practical phase by the best health professionals in this field.

Undoubtedly, an excellent opportunity for updating through an academic option that offers a unique academic experience, marked by TECH's philosophy of excellence and an innovative teaching methodology.

Integrate the latest advances in mechanical ventilation procedures in patients with respiratory pathologies into your healthcare practice”

This Hybrid Master's Degree in Nursing in the Pneumology Department contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features include:

• The development of more than 100 clinical cases presented by expert Nursing professionals in Pneumology
• The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• Assessment and monitoring of the critically ill patient, the latest protocols for invasive mechanical ventilation and tracheostomization
• Comprehensive plans for respiratory therapies in pediatric patients
• Presentation of practical workshops on procedures, diagnosis, and treatment techniques in critical patients
• An algorithm-based interactive learning system for decision-making in the clinical situations presented throughout the course
• Practical clinical guides on approaching different pathologies
• With a special emphasis on evidence-based medicine and research methodologies in the Nursing Pneumology Department
• All of this will be complemented by theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection
• In addition, you will be able to carry out a clinical internship in one of the best hospitals in the world

He is attending a 3-week intensive stay in one of the best hospitals, distinguished for its great work in Pneumology”

In this Hybrid Master's Degree proposal, of a professionalizing nature and blended learning modality, the program is aimed at updating Nursing professionals who develop their functions in intensive care units, and who require a high level of qualification. The content is based on the latest scientific evidence and is organized in a didactic way to integrate theoretical knowledge into nursing practice. The theoretical-practical elements allow professionals to update their knowledge and help them to make the right decisions in patient care.

Thanks to their multimedia content developed with the latest educational technology, they will allow the Nursing professional to obtain situated and contextual learning, that is to say, a simulated environment that will provide immersive learning programmed to train in real situations. This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise throughout the program. For this purpose, the student will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned experts.

The case studies provided will allow you to get a much closer look at the care of patients with various respiratory pathologies"

A program that offers you the most useful theoretical-practical approach in Nursing in the Pneumology Department"

The curriculum of this Hybrid Master's Degree consists of an academic path that will lead the graduate to deepen in the anatomo-physiology of the respiratory system and assessment of lung function, respiratory patient education, therapeutic innovation or the most common respiratory diseases. All this, supported by numerous multimedia didactic material, accessible 24 hours a day, from any digital device with internet connection. The culmination of this itinerary is the practical stay of 3 weeks with nurses specialized in this field. 

A comprehensive curriculum will guide you through the latest scientific evidence surrounding the care of the lung transplant patient”

Module 1. Anatomo-Physiology of the Respiratory System  and Assessment of Pulmonary Function

1.1. Respiratory Apparatus Anatomy

1.1.1. Upper Airway Anatomy
1.1.2. Lower Airway Anatomy
1.1.3. Lungs and Respiratory Unit
1.1.4. Accessory Structures: Pleura and Respiratory Musculature
1.1.5. Mediastinum
1.1.6. Pulmonary Perfusion

1.2. Pulmonary Ventilation

1.2.1. Respiratory Mechanism
1.2.2. Airway Resistance
1.2.3. Breathing Work
1.2.4. Lung Volume and Capacity

1.3. Gas Diffusion

1.3.1. Partial Pressure
1.3.2. Diffusion Rate
1.3.3. Relationship between Ventilation and Perfusion

1.4. Gas Transportation

1.4.1. Blood Oxygen Transport
1.4.2. Hemoglobin Dissociation Curve
1.4.3. Blood Coal Transport

1.5. Breathing Regulation

1.5.1. Respiratory Control Centers
1.5.2. Chemical Breathing Control
1.5.3. Non-Chemical Breathing Control

1.6. Breathing Characteristics

1.6.1. Frequency (F)
1.6.2. Rhythm
1.6.3. Depth
1.6.4. Adventitious Sounds
1.6.5. Breathing Patterns

1.7. Functional Respiratory Examination. Pulmonary Function Tests

1.7.1. Spirometry. Interpretation of Results
1.7.2. Bronchial Provocation Tests
1.7.3. Static Pulmonary Volumes. Body Plethysmography
1.7.4. Pulmonary Resistance Study
1.7.5. Pulmonary Elasticity and Distensibility. Compliance
1.7.6. Study of Respiratory Muscle Function
1.7.7. Pulmonary Diffusion Tests. DLCO
1.7.8. Gas Exchange: Arterial Gasometry. Acid-base Equilibrium
1.7.9. Stress Tests. 6-Minute Walk and Shuttle Test
1.7.10. Pulse Oximetry
1.7.11. Bronchoscopy
1.7.12. X-Ray Tests

1.8. Respiratory Patient Assessment

1.8.1. Quality of Life of the Respiratory Patient: Saint George Questionnaire
1.8.2. Nursing Assessment of the Respiratory Patient by Functional Patterns

Module 2. Common Respiratory Pathologies in Adults

2.1. Respiratory Failure

2.1.1. Acute Respiratory Failure
2.1.2. Chronic Respiratory Insufficiency

2.2. Acute Respiratory Infections in Adults

2.2.1. Common Cold
2.2.2. Influenza
2.2.3. Pharyngitis and Tonsillitis
2.2.4. Acute Bronchitis
2.2.5. Nursing Process in Respiratory Infections

2.3. Respiratory Diseases of Obstructive Origin

2.3.1. Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
2.3.2. Emphysema
2.3.3. Asthma in Adults
2.3.4. Cystic Fibrosis in Adults
2.3.5. Chronic Bronchitis
2.3.6. Bronchiectasis

2.4. Respiratory Diseases of Restrictive Origin

2.4.1. Restrictive Lung Diseases: Atelectasis, Pulmonary Edema, Pulmonary Fibrosis, Pneumonia, Sarcoidosis, ARDS, Tuberculosis
2.4.2. Pleural Restrictive Diseases: Pleural Effusion, Empyema, Hemothorax, Pneumothorax, Chylothorax
2.4.3. Thoracic-Skeletal Pathologies: Thoracic Alterations, Obesity, Scoliosis, Kyphosis, Kyphoscoliosis
2.4.4. Neuromuscular Disorders: Myasthenia Gravis, Guillain-Barré Syndrome, ALS, Muscular Dystrophies

2.5. Pleural Drainage

2.5.1. Pleural Drainage Systems
2.5.2. Thoracentesis
2.5.3. Pleural Biopsy
2.5.4. Pharmacological Treatments in Pleural Pathology: Pleurodesis and Fibrinolytics

2.6. Tumoral Process

2.6.1. Lung Cancer
2.6.2. Nursing Care of the Patient with Lung Cancer

2.7. Areas of Nursing Care for Respiratory Patients

2.7.1. Emergency Care
2.7.2. Hospitalization. Nosocomial Pneumonia
2.7.3. External Consultation
2.7.4. Critical Care Units
2.7.5. Sleep Units
2.7.6. Home Respiratory Therapies

Module 3. Aerosol Therapy

3.1. Basic Concepts of Aerosol Therapy

3.1.1. Definition
3.1.2. Indications and Contraindications
3.1.3. Drugs Used

3.2. Theoretical Principles of Aerosol Therapy

3.2.1. Types of Aerosol
3.2.2. Particle Size and Pulmonary Deposition
3.2.3. Dispensing Mechanism and Inhalation Technique
3.2.4. Geometry and Characteristics of Airway
3.2.5. Inspiratory Maneuver
3.2.6. Mucociliary Clearance

3.3. Nebulizers: Equipment and Delivery Systems

3.3.1. High- and Low-Flow Pneumatic Nebulizers
3.3.2. Ultrasonic Nebulizers
3.3.3. Net Nebulizers
3.3.4. Nebulizer Selection Criteria
3.3.5. Masks and Mouthpieces
3.3.6. Cleaning and Maintenance
3.3.7. Complications
3.3.8. Nebulizer Treatment Monitoring

3.4. Inhalation Devices

3.4.1. Inhalation Technique Education
3.4.2. Pressurized Cartridge Inhalers
3.4.3. Inhalation Chambers and Spacers
3.4.4. Dry Powder Inhalers
3.4.5. Soft Vapor Inhalers
3.4.6. Cleaning and Maintenance

3.5. Nursing Care Plan in Aerosol Therapy

3.5.1. NANDA Diagnosis
3.5.2. Nursing Outcomes and Interventions

Module 4. Oxygen Therapy

4.1. Blood Oxygen Measurement

4.1.1. Arterial Blood Gas Analysis Interpretation of Results
4.1.2. Venous Blood Gas Analysis. Interpretation of Results
4.1.3. Oximetry
4.1.4. Capnography

4.2. Chronic Home Oxygen Therapy

4.2.1. General Considerations
4.2.2. Indications and Contraindications
4.2.3. Side Effects and Risks

4.3. Devices for Administering Oxygen

4.3.1. Low- and High-Flow Systems
4.3.2. Oxygen Bottles
4.3.3. Static Concentrators
4.3.4. Portable Concentrators
4.3.5. Liquid Oxygen

4.4. Oxygen Therapy Consumables

4.4.1. Nasal Cannulae
4.4.2. Oxygen Masks
4.4.3. Reservoirs
4.4.4. Conduit Tubes
4.4.5. Oxygen Saving Systems

4.5. Supplementary Materials for Administering Oxygen

4.5.1. Flowmeters
4.5.2. Pressure Reducers
4.5.3. Humidifiers

4.6. Procedures for Administering Oxygen

4.6.1. Home Installation Instructions
4.6.2. Safety and Prevention
4.6.3. Patient Education
4.6.4. Monitoring Patients with Chronic Domiciliary Oxygen Therapy

4.7. Nursing Care Plan in Oxygen Therapy

4.7.1. NANDA Diagnosis
4.7.2. Nursing Outcomes and Interventions

Module 5. Sleep Disorders and Mechanical Ventilation

5.1. Sleep and Breathing Physiology

5.1.1. Snoring
5.1.2. The Respiratory Tract During Sleep
5.1.3. Sleep Phases
5.1.4. Hormones

5.2. Sleep Disorders Diagnosis

5.2.1. Symptomatology
5.2.2. Daytime Hypersomnolence Test
5.2.3. Hospital and Home Polygraphs
5.2.4. Differences between Polygraph and Polysomnography

5.3. Sleep Apnea

5.3.1. Definition of Sleep Apnea
5.3.2. Definition of Other Basic Concepts
5.3.3. Classification: Obstructive, Central and Mixed Apnea
5.3.4. Clinical Manifestations
5.3.5. Short and Long-Term Risks

5.4. Treatment of Sleep Apnea

5.4.1. CPAP as First Treatment Option
5.4.2. Alternative Treatments
5.4.3. Surgical Management

5.5. Pressure Titration

5.5.1. Manual Titration
5.5.2. Automatic Titration
5.5.3. Titration through Formulas

5.6. Nursing Care Plan in Sleep Apnea Therapy

5.6.1. Sleep Apnea Patient Education
5.6.2. NANDA Diagnosis
5.6.3. Nursing Outcomes and Interventions

Module 6. Non-Invasive Mechanical Ventilation

6.1. Pathophysiology

6.1.1. Physiological Ventilation
6.1.2. Physiology of Non-invasive Mechanical Ventilation
6.1.3. Indications and Contraindications

6.2. Ventilation Methods

6.2.1. Negative Pressure Ventilation
6.2.2. Positive Pressure Ventilation

6.3. Basic Concepts

6.3.1. IPAP
6.3.2. EPAP
6.3.3. Trigger
6.3.4. Cycling
6.3.5. PEEP
6.3.6. Inspiration/Expiration Ratio
6.3.7. Pressure Support
6.3.8. Expiratory Pressure Relief
6.3.9. Rise Time
6.3.10. Ramp
6.3.11. Alarms
6.3.12. Other Concepts

6.4. Ventilatory Modes

6.4.1. Spontaneous Ventilation
6.4.2. Synchronized Intermittent Mandatory Ventilation
6.4.3. Controlled or Assisted-Controlled Ventilation
6.4.4. Pressure-Controlled Ventilation
6.4.5. Volume-Controlled Ventilation
6.4.6. Alternative Ventilatory Modes

6.5. Physiology of Non-invasive Mechanical Ventilation

6.5.1. CPAP
6.5.2. BIPAP
6.5.3. Conventional Ventilator
6.5.4. Servo-Ventilation

6.6. Necessary Material

6.6.1. Masks
6.6.2. Tubing
6.6.3. Filters
6.6.4. Humidifiers
6.6.5. Other Equipment
6.6.6. Cleaning and Maintenance

6.7. Main Adjustment Problems and Possible Solutions

6.7.1. Equipment-Related
6.7.2. Pressure-Related
6.7.3. Mask-Related
6.7.4. Tubing-Related
6.7.5. Humidifier-Related
6.7.6. Other Complications

6.8. Equipment Installation at Patient's Home

6.8.1. Patient Preparation
6.8.2. Equipment Programming
6.8.3. Mask Fitting
6.8.4. Pressure Adaptation
6.8.5. Patient Education

6.9. Monitoring Patients on Non-Invasive Mechanical Ventilation

6.9.1. Home Visits
6.9.2. Importance of Therapeutic Compliance
6.9.3. Patient Education

6.10. Non-Invasive Mechanical Ventilation Combined with Other Treatments

6.10.1. NIMV and Aerosol Therapy
6.10.2. NIMV and Oxygen Therapy

6.11. Nursing Care Plan in NIMV Therapy

6.11.1. NANDA Diagnosis
6.11.2. Nursing Outcomes and Interventions

Module 7. Invasive Mechanical Ventilation

7.1. Fundamentals of Invasive Mechanical Ventilation (IMV)

7.1.1. Definition and objectives
7.1.2. Indications and Contraindications
7.1.3. Complications

7.2. IMV Devices

7.2.1. Types of Ventilators
7.2.2. IMV Modalities
7.2.3. Phases of the Respiratory Cycle
7.2.4. Common Parameters
7.2.5. Total Breathing Substitution
7.2.6. Partial Breathing Substitution

7.3. Endotracheal Intubation

7.3.1. Orotracheal Intubation Technique
7.3.2. Care and Maintenance of Intubated Patients

7.4. Suspension of Mechanical Ventilation

7.4.1. Pulmonary Function Study to Determine Discontinuation
7.4.2. Spontaneous Breathing Test
7.4.3. Extubation
7.4.4. Tracheostomy in Cases of Extubation Failure

7.5. Nursing Care Plan in IMV Therapy

7.5.1. Specific Nursing Care in IMV
7.5.2. NANDA Diagnosis
7.5.3. Nursing Outcomes and Interventions

Module 8. Tracheostomized Patient

8.1. Fundamentals of Tracheostomy

8.1.1. Definition
8.1.2. Types of Tracheostomies
8.1.3. Indications and Contraindications
8.1.4. Complications

8.2. Tracheostomy Cannula

8.2.1. Types of Cannulas
8.2.2. Cannula Components
8.2.3. Cannula Caliber Selection Criteria

8.3. Care of Tracheostomized Patients

8.3.1. Preoperative Care
8.3.2. Stoma Care
8.3.3. Cannula Cleaning
8.3.4. Changing Cannula
8.3.5. Secretion Aspirator
8.3.6. Respiratory Therapy

8.4. Tracheostomized Patient Education

8.4.1. Inspired Air Humidification Systems
8.4.2. Phonation
8.4.3. Nutrition and Hydration
8.4.4. Prevention of Respiratory Tract Infection

8.5. Aerosol Therapy, Ventilation and Oxygen Therapy in Tracheostomized Patients

8.5.1. Aerosol Therapy
8.5.2. Oxygen Therapy
8.5.3. Mechanical Ventilation

8.6. Decannulation

8.6.1. Decannulation Procedure
8.6.2. Patient Education

8.7. Nursing Care Plan for Tracheostomized Patients

8.7.1. NANDA Diagnosis
8.7.2. Nursing Outcomes and Interventions

Module 9. Respiratory Therapies in Pediatric Patients

9.1. Pediatric Patient Anatomophysiology

9.1.1. Respiratory Apparatus Anatomy in Pediatrics
9.1.2. Respiratory System Physiology in Pediatrics

9.2. Respiratory Pathology in Pediatric Patients

9.2.1. Foreign Bodies
9.2.2. Pharyngotonsillitis
9.2.3. Laryngitis
9.2.4. Hyaline Membrane Disease
9.2.5. Childhood Asthma
9.2.6. Bronchiolitis
9.2.7. Cystic fibrosis
9.2.8. Acute Laryngotracheobronchitis (Croup)
9.2.9. Neurological Disorders: Cerebral Palsy in Children
9.2.10. Summary of Main Respiratory Viruses in Childhood

9.3. Respiratory Therapy in Pediatrics

9.3.1. Respiratory Therapy in Children
9.3.2. Aerosol Therapy
9.3.3. Oxygen Therapy
9.3.4. Mechanical Ventilation

9.4. Support Therapies

9.4.1. Cough Assistance
9.4.2. Secretion Aspirator
9.4.3. SmartVest
9.4.4. Ambú

9.5. Counter Monitoring

9.5.1. Apnea Monitor
9.5.2. Pulse Oximetry

Module 10. Lung Transplant Patients

10.1. Basic Concepts of Lung Transplantation

10.1.1. Definition and Types of Lung Transplants
10.1.2. Indications
10.1.3. Risk
10.1.4. Postoperative Expectations

10.2. Post-Transplant Monitoring

10.2.1. Respiratory Therapy in Lung Transplant Patients
10.2.2. Control of Immunosuppressive Drug Treatment
10.2.3. Pulmonary Function Maintenance
10.2.4. Stress Tolerance
10.2.5. Quality of Life Improvement and Survival

10.3. Pulmonary Function Tests

10.3.1. Exhaled Nitric Oxide
10.3.2. Immunological Monitoring
10.3.3. Bronchoscopy

10.4. Nursing Care Plan for Transplant Patients

10.4.1. Assessment of Transplant Patient: Barthel Index, Modified Dyspnea Scale
10.4.2. NANDA Diagnosis
10.4.3. Nursing Outcomes and Interventions

Module 11. Health Education in Respiratory Patients

11.1. Education on One's Own Illness

11.1.1. Basic Knowledge Concerning Disease
11.1.2. Changing Habits
11.1.3. Establishing Healthy Habits
11.1.4. Self-Care Improvement

11.2. Treatment Adherence Programs

11.2.1. Importance of Adherence to Treatment
11.2.2. Adherence Problem Detection
11.2.3. Problem Solving

11.3. Smoking Cessation Programs

11.3.1. Risks of Tobacco Use
11.3.2. Respiratory Health Benefits of Smoking Cessation

11.4. Nutritional Education

11.4.1. Importance of Adequate Food and Nutrition in Respiratory Patients
11.4.2. BMI Calculation and Weight Loss

11.5. Promoting Physical Activity

11.5.1. Benefits of Physical Activity in Respiratory Patients
11.5.2. Classification of Types of Physical Activity

11.6. Caring for the Caregiver

11.6.1. Fatigue in Dependent Patient Caregivers
11.6.2. Caregiver Training

11.7. Psychosocial Approach Programs

11.7.1. Psychosocial Management of OCD Patients
11.7.2. Psychosocial Management of Tracheostomized Patients

Module 12. Research and Innovation in Respiratory Therapy

12.1. Application of Telemedicine in Respiratory Patient Monitoring

12.1.1. Pulse Oximetry Telemonitoring
12.1.2. Role of Telemonitoring in Acute Respiratory Disorders

12.2. Application of Telemedicine in Respiratory Patient Monitoring

12.2.1. Telemonitoring for Continued Patient Monitoring
12.2.2. Improving Therapeutic Adherence through Telemonitoring
12.2.3. Devices with Built-In Bluetooth

12.3. Gamification Adherence Improvement in Respiratory Patient

12.3.1. Gamification Definition
12.3.2. Application of Gamification in Health
12.3.3. Benefits of Gamification Therapy

12.4. Practical Tips for Conducting Research Searches

12.4.1. Online Database Information Search
12.4.2. Major Sources of Information
12.4.3. APA Guidelines for Article Submissions
12.4.4. Bibliographic Reference Styles

Module 13. Update on Coronavirus Infections

13.1. Discovery and Evolution of Coronaviruses

13.1.1. Discovery of Coronaviruses
13.1.2. Global Trends in Coronavirus Infections

13.2. Main Microbiological Characteristics and Members of the Coronavirus Family

13.2.1. General Microbiological Characteristics of Coronaviruses
13.2.2. Viral Genome
13.2.3. Principal Virulence Factors

13.3. Epidemiological Changes in Coronavirus Infections from its Discovery to the Present

13.3.1. Morbidity and Mortality of Coronavirus Infections from their Emergence to the Present

13.4. The Immune System and Coronavirus Infections

13.4.1. Immunological Mechanisms Involved in the Immune Response to Coronaviruses
13.4.2. Cytokine Storm in Coronavirus Infections and Immunopathology
13.4.3. Modulation of the Immune System in Coronavirus Infections

13.5. Pathogenesis and Pathophysiology of Coronavirus Infections

13.5.1. Pathophysiological and Pathogenic Alterations in Coronavirus Infections
13.5.2. Clinical Implications of the Main Pathophysiological Alterations

13.6. Risk Groups and Transmission Mechanisms of Coronaviruses

13.6.1. Main Sociodemographic and Epidemiological Characteristics of Risk Groups Affected by Coronavirus
13.6.2. Coronavirus Mechanisms of Transmission

13.7. Natural History of Coronavirus Infections

13.7.1. Stages of Coronavirus Infection

13.8. Latest Information on Microbiological Diagnosis of Coronavirus Infections

13.8.1. Sample Collection and Shipment
13.8.2. PCR and Sequencing
13.8.3. Serology Testing
13.8.4. Virus Isolation

13.9. Current Biosafety Measures in Microbiology Laboratories for Coronavirus Sample Handling

13.9.1. Biosafety Measures for Coronavirus Sample Handling

13.10. Up-to-Date Management of Coronavirus Infections

13.10.1. Prevention Measures
13.10.2. Symptomatic Treatment
13.10.3. Antiviral and Antimicrobial Treatment in Coronavirus Infections
13.10.4. Treatment of Severe Clinical Forms

13.11. Future Challenges in the Prevention, Diagnosis, and Treatment of Coronavirus

13.11.1. Global Challenges for the Development of Prevention, Diagnostic, and Treatment Strategies for Coronavirus Infections

You will be up to date on the diagnostic and therapeutic challenges posed by coronavirus infections worldwide”