Con esta Postgraduate diploma 100% online, desarrollarás habilidades avanzadas en la valoración clínica, el manejo de tratamientos complejos, como el trasplante de médula ósea, y la implementación de cuidados paliativos”

Los Nursing Care in the Hematology Department son fundamentales para garantizar una atención integral y de calidad a los pacientes con enfermedades hematológicas. De hecho, la Enfermería Hematológica se integra en equipos multidisciplinarios, participando en sesiones clínicas y colaborando estrechamente con hematólogos para ofrecer una atención personalizada y adaptada a las necesidades de cada paciente.

Así nace  Postgraduate diploma, el cual profundizará en los aspectos fundamentales de la fisiología y patología de la sangre, permitiendo identificar y tratar las principales condiciones hematológicas tanto en adultos como en pediatría. Además, proporcionará herramientas para realizar evaluaciones clínicas precisas, interpretar resultados de laboratorio y planificar cuidados individualizados que aborden, tanto las necesidades médicas, como emocionales de los pacientes.

Asimismo, se centrará en la prevención, diagnóstico y tratamiento de enfermedades hematológicas, destacando el papel de la Enfermería en la reducción de riesgos, la identificación temprana y el manejo adecuado de las patologías. A través del aprendizaje de técnicas avanzadas y un enfoque basado en la evidencia, los profesionales adquirirán competencias para evaluar tratamientos convencionales y de vanguardia, incluyendo quimioterapias y trasplantes de médula ósea.

Finalmente, se abordarán áreas esenciales como los cuidados específicos y paliativos, proporcionando conocimientos para atender, tanto las necesidades físicas como emocionales, de los pacientes en etapas avanzadas de la enfermedad. Adicionalmente, se desarrollarán habilidades para implementar estrategias de cuidado en situaciones complejas, como la nutrición especializada, el manejo de urgencias y el soporte en tratamientos hematológicos avanzados.

De este modo, TECH ha creado un programa académico de alta calidad, 100% online, que solo requiere un dispositivo electrónico con conexión a Internet para acceder a todos los materiales didácticos, eliminando problemas como el desplazamiento a un centro presencial o la obligación de seguir un horario fijo. A su vez, utilizará la innovadora metodología Relearning, que se centra en la repetición de conceptos clave para garantizar una asimilación eficiente y natural de los contenidos.

Se promoverá la colaboración interdisciplinaria, para garantizar un abordaje integral y la adopción de prácticas seguras en el manejo de medicamentos y prevención de infecciones hematológicas. ¿A qué esperas para matricularte?”

Esta Postgraduate diploma en Nursing Care in the Hematology Department contiene el programa universitario más completo y actualizado del mercado. Sus características más destacadas son:

• El desarrollo de casos prácticos presentados por expertos con un profundo dominio de las técnicas de detección e intervención en Enfermería Hematológica, que faciliten el trabajo de los enfermeros en clínicas, hospitales y otros centros asistenciales
• Los contenidos gráficos, esquemáticos y eminentemente prácticos con los que está concebido recogen una información científica y práctica sobre aquellas disciplinas indispensables para el ejercicio profesional
• Los ejercicios prácticos donde realizar el proceso de autoevaluación para mejorar el aprendizaje
• Su especial hincapié en metodologías innovadoras
• Las lecciones teóricas, preguntas al experto, foros de discusión de temas controvertidos y trabajos de reflexión individual
• La disponibilidad de acceso a los contenidos desde cualquier dispositivo fijo o portátil con conexión a Internet

¡Apuesta en TECH! Enfatizarás en la importancia de la planificación y ejecución de planes de cuidados personalizados, teniendo en cuenta las necesidades de cada paciente y los tratamientos específicos a los que se someterán”

El programa incluye en su cuadro docente a profesionales del sector que vierten en esta capacitación la experiencia de su trabajo, además de reconocidos especialistas de sociedades de referencia y universidades de prestigio.

Su contenido multimedia, elaborado con la última tecnología educativa, permitirá al profesional un aprendizaje situado y contextual, es decir, un entorno simulado que proporcionará una capacitación inmersiva programada para entrenarse ante situaciones reales.

El diseño de este programa se centra en el Aprendizaje Basado en Problemas, mediante el cual el profesional deberá tratar de resolver las distintas situaciones de práctica profesional que se le planteen a lo largo del curso académico. Para ello, contará con la ayuda de un novedoso sistema de vídeo interactivo realizado por reconocidos expertos.

Obtendrás los conocimientos necesarios sobre la fisiología y la patología de la sangre, así como las principales enfermedades hematológicas, tanto malignas como no malignas, que afectan a pacientes pediátricos y adultos"

Abordarás la importancia de la prevención y la educación del paciente y su familia, buscando mejorar la adherencia al tratamiento y reducir la incidencia de enfermedades hematológicas en la población"

Throughout the program, graduates will acquire fundamental knowledge of blood physiology and pathology, as well as the main hematologic diseases affecting pediatric and adult patients. Key aspects will also be addressed, such as the interpretation of diagnostic tests, the planning of individualized care, the management of advanced treatments, and emotional support for the patient and their family. In addition, you will delve into the prevention of hematologic diseases, the safe administration of medications, and interdisciplinary teamwork, providing tools to face the complexities in this field.

You will strengthen your skills in interdisciplinary collaboration, working with other health professionals to offer comprehensive care, through the best teaching materials, at the technological and educational forefront”

Module 1. Hematology Patients in Nursing

1.1. Hematologic Disease. Immune Reactions and Inflammation

1.1.1. Hematologic Diseases
1.1.2. Immune System in Hematologic Diseases
1.1.3. Inflammatory Process in Hematologic Diseases
1.1.4. Immune Reactions in Hematologic Diseases
1.1.5. Inflammation in Hematologic Diseases

1.2. Hematological System Assessment

1.2.1. Hematological System Physiology
1.2.2. Blood Groups
1.2.3. Key Signs and Symptoms in Emergencies

1.3. Alteration of Cell Growth: Cancer

1.3.1. Molecular Basis of Cancer
1.3.2. Cell Biology of Cancer
1.3.3. Molecular and Cytogenetic Diagnostic Techniques

1.4. Erythrocyte Disorders

1.4.1. Structure and Function of Erythrocytes
1.4.2. Erythropoiesis
1.4.3. Anemias, Polycythemia and Morphological and Functional Alterations of Erythrocytes
1.4.4. Diagnosis and Assessment of Erythrocyte Disorders

1.5. Leukocyte Disorders

1.5.1. Physiology and Function of Leukocytes
1.5.2. Leukopenia, Leukocytosis and Leukocyte Neoplasms
1.5.3. Diagnosis and Assessment of Leukocyte Disorders

1.6. Coagulation Disorders

1.6.1. Coagulation Physiology
1.6.2. Bleeding Disorders
1.6.3. Thromboembolic Disorders
1.6.4. Diagnosis and Assessment of Coagulation Disorders

1.7. Nursing in the Hematology Department

1.7.1. Treatment Protocol for Hematologic Diseases
1.7.2. Specialized Care in Hematology
1.7.3. Monitoring of Emergency Signs and Symptoms in Hematologic Diseases

1.8. Assessment of Patients with Chronic Diseases: Pain

1.8.1. Pain Assessment
1.8.2. Impact of Pain on Quality of Life
1.8.3. Pain Management
1.8.4. The Role of Nursing in Pain Assessment and Management

1.9. Adaptation and Coping with Hematologic Diseases

1.9.1. Development of Positive Coping Mechanisms
1.9.2. Support Networks and Effective Communication
1.9.3. Adaptation to Lifestyle Changes
1.9.4. Patient Education and Empowerment

1.10. Pediatric Hematology. Non-Malignant and Malignant Diseases in Children

1.10.1. Pediatric Hematology

1.10.1.1. Diagnosis and Laboratory Tests
1.10.1.2. Nursing Care
1.10.1.3. Research and Advances

1.10.2. Malignant Disease

1.10.2.1. Childhood Leukemia
1.10.2.2. Pediatric Lymphoma
1.10.2.3. Solid Hematologic Tumors
1.10.2.4. Management and Treatment of Malignant Disease

1.10.3. Non-Malignant Disease

1.10.3.1. Anemias
1.10.3.2. Coagulation Disorders
1.10.3.3. Autoimmune Diseases
1.10.3.4. White Blood Cell Disorders

Module 2. Hematological Prevention, Diagnosis and Treatment in Nursing

2.1. Prevention of Hematologic Diseases

2.1.1. Environmental Factors
2.1.2. Lifestyles: Stress Reduction. Diet
2.1.3. Vaccines and Infection Prevention
2.1.4. Periodic Medical Check-Ups. Early Symptom Detection
2.1.5. Education and Awareness
2.1.6. Genetic Counseling and Screening Tests
2.1.7. Adequate Management of Chronic Diseases. Vulnerable Populations

2.2. Prevention of Hematologic Diseases

2.2.1. Personal and Family History
2.2.2. Reason for Consultation and Current Disease
2.2.3. System Review
2.2.4. Blood Transfusions and Medication
2.2.5. Exposure to Risk Factors
2.2.6. Physical Examination

2.3. Diagnostic Assessment: Medical Tests

2.3.1. Laboratory Tests
2.3.2. Bone Marrow Biopsy
2.3.3. Bone Marrow Aspiration
2.3.4. Genetic and Molecular Studies
2.3.5. Imaging Tests

2.4. Interventions for Patients with Hematologic Disorders: Anemias

2.4.1. Hereditary Anemias
2.4.2. Acquired Anemias
2.4.3. Hemolytic Anemias

2.5. Interventions for Patients with Hematologic Disorders: Leukaemias

2.5.1. Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in Adults (ALL)
2.5.2. Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL)
2.5.3. Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML)
2.5.4. Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML)
2.5.5. Adult T-cell Leukemia (ATL)

2.6. Interventions for Hematology Patients: Coagulation Disorders

2.6.1. Bleeding Disorders (Hypocoagulability)
2.6.2. Thrombotic Disorders (Hypercoagulability)
2.6.3. Mixed Coagulation Disorders

2.7. Management of Patients with Bleeding Disorders

2.7.1. Assessment and Diagnosis
2.7.2. Management of Hemorrhages
2.7.3. Pharmacological Treatments
2.7.4. Nursing Care in Bleeding Disorders
2.7.5. Intervention in Special Situations

2.8. Hemotherapy. Allogeneic Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation (Allo-HSCT)

2.8.1. Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation
2.8.2. Donation and Collection Process
2.8.3. Preparing the Patient for Transplantation
2.8.4. Transplantation Procedure
2.8.5. Complications and Post-Transplantation Management
2.8.6. Nursing Care in Allogeneic Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantion

2.9. Therapies: Cytostatics, Radiotherapy, Immunotherapy

2.9.1. Cytostatics

2.9.1.1. Mechanisms of Action of Cytostatics
2.9.1.2. Side Effects and Management of Cytostatics
2.9.1.3. Cytostatic Administration Protocol
2.9.1.4. Resistance to Cytostatics
2.9.1.5. New Developments and Emerging Drugs

2.9.2. Radiotherapy

2.9.2.1. Treatment Planning
2.9.2.2. Side Effects of Radiotherapy
2.9.2.3. Radiotherapy in Hematology

2.9.3. Immunotherapy

2.9.3.1. Types of Immunotherapy
2.9.3.2. Adverse Effects and Management
2.9.3.3. Immunotherapy in Hematology

2.10. Pediatric Hematology

2.10.1. Pediatric Hematology
2.10.2. Hematologic Diseases in Pediatrics
2.10.3. Diagnosis and Treatment of Hematologic Diseases
2.10.4. Nursing Care in Pediatric Hematology

Module 3. Hematology Nursing Care Plans

3.1. Drug Administration

3.1.1. Routes of Administration of Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy
3.1.2. Types of Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy
3.1.3. Most Common Adverse Reactions
3.1.4. Management of Cytostatic Extravasation
3.1.5. Safe Preparation and Handling of Drugs

3.2. Administration of Blood Products

3.2.1. Types of Blood Products
3.2.2. Acute and Delayed Transfusion Reactions
3.2.3. Special Considerations: Pediatric and Geriatric Patients and Patients with Cardiovascular Diseases

3.3. Nursing Approach to the Nutrition of Hematology Patients

3.3.1. Changes in Intake
3.3.2. Assessment of Nutritional Status
3.3.3. Management of Digestive Disorders
3.3.4. Nutritional Support: Enteral and Parenteral

3.4. Care of the Skin and Mucous Membranes in the Care Process

3.4.1. Alterations of the Skin and Cutaneous Mucous Membranes
3.4.2. Prevention and Management
3.4.3. Psychosocial and Aesthetic Impact on Skin Disorders

3.5. Emergency Situations in Hematology Patients

3.5.1. Immunological Complications
3.5.2. Neutropenic Sepsis
3.5.3. Hemorrhagic Complications
3.5.4. Major Hemorrhage
3.5.5. Severe Thrombocytopenia
3.5.6. Acute Anemia
3.5.7. Metabolic Complications

3.5.7.1. Hypercalcemia
3.5.7.2. Tumor Lysis Syndrome

3.5.8. Vascular Complications

3.5.8.1. Hyperleukocytosis
3.5.8.2. Complications of Sickle Cell Disease

3.6. Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation (HSCT)

3.6.1. Differences between Autologous and Allogeneic HSCT. Types e Indicators
3.6.2. Donor Selection and Inclusion Criteria
3.6.3. Obtaining Hematopoietic Stem Cells. Mobilization and Apheresis
3.6.4. Setting Up
3.6.5. Stem Cell Infusion
3.6.6. Post-Transplantion Phase: Follow-up and Care

3.7. Nursing Care in Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation (HSCT)

3.7.1. Pre-transplant Preparation and Conditioning
3.7.2. Nursing Care During Stem Cell Infusion
3.7.3. Management of Post-Transplantion Aplasia
3.7.4. Complications in Stem Cell Transplantation
3.7.5. Graft-Versus-Host Disease (GVHD)
3.7.6. Complications Caused by the Toxicity of the Conditioning Treatment
3.7.7. Infectious Complications
3.7.8. Infection Prevention in Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation

3.8. CAR-T Cell Therapy

3.8.1. CAR-T Cell Therapy. Indications
3.8.2. Therapy Process. Obtaining CAR-T Cells
3.8.3. Possible Secondary Effects
3.8.4. Challenges for the Future

3.9. Psychological Approach to CAR-T Cell Therapy

3.9.1. Psychological Impact of Diagnosis and Treatment
3.9.2. Interventions in the Psychological Approach
3.9.3. Support as Part of the Holistic Process

3.10. Physical and Emotional Complications for the Patient and Family in CAR-T Cell Therapy

3.10.1. Management of Chronic Pain and Fatigue
3.10.2. Addressing Body Image Disturbances
3.10.3. Preventing Burnout in the Primary Caregiver

Module 4. Palliative Care for Patients with Hematological Cancer

4.1. Palliative Care for Terminally Ill Patients with Hematological Cancer

4.1.1. Palliative Care for Terminally Ill Patients with Hematological Cancer
4.1.2. Current Palliative Care
4.1.3. Quality of Life in Palliative Care

4.2. Recurrence: Treatment Options for Hematological Cancer

4.2.1. Types of Recurrence in Hematological Cancer
4.2.2. Treatment Options for Recurrences in Hematological Cancer
4.2.3. Palliative Care from the Onset of Recurrence to Manage Symptoms and Improve the Quality of Life of the Oncohematologic Patient

4.3. Comprehensive Nursing Plan for the Palliative Patient with Hematological Cancer

4.3.1. Assessment of Physical Symptoms: Assessment, Control and Monitoring
4.3.2. Emotional Appraisals
4.3.3. Socio-Family, Cognitive, Functional and Spiritual Assessment

4.4. End of Life: Well-being and Dignity in the Patient with Hematological Cancer from the Nursing Service

4.4.1. Difference between Palliative Care and Terminal Care
4.4.2. Care in the Final Stage of Life. Compassionate Accompaniment
4.4.3. Emotional and Spiritual Care
4.4.4. Emotional and Bereavement Support for the Family

4.5. Scales for Assessing Palliative Needs in Children, Adolescents and Adults with Hematological Cancer

4.5.1. Assessment Scales for Hematological Patients in Palliative Care
4.5.2. Specific Tools for Symptom Assessment
4.5.3. Assessment Adapted to Different Stages of Life

4.6. Nursing Care for Palliative Patients with Hematological Cancer

4.6.1. Signs and Symptoms in the Terminally Ill Patient
4.6.2. Pharmacological Approach in Palliative Care
4.6.3. Non-Pharmacological Approach

4.7. Refractory Symptoms in Palliative Care in Patients with Hematological Cancer

4.7.1. Refractory Symptoms and Other Common Symptoms
4.7.2. Interventions and Management
4.7.3. Care in the Hematological Context

4.8. Nursing Care during the Terminal Phase and the Situation in the Final Days of Patients with Hematological Cancer

4.8.1. Agony Phase or Situation in the Final Days
4.8.2. Palliative Sedation and Comfort Care
4.8.3. Role of the Multidisciplinary Team

4.9. Palliative Care Services at Different Health Levels

4.9.1. Evolution of Palliative Care Teams (PCTs)
4.9.2. Care Network: Hospital versus Home Care
4.9.3. Integration of Palliative Care in Primary, Secondary and Tertiary Care

4.10. Psychosocial Aspects of Palliative Care in Patients with Hematological Cancer

4.10.1. Impact on the Family and Caregivers of Patients with Hematological Cancer
4.10.2. Family Claudication
4.10.3. Comprehensive Care: Fostering, Caring and Accompanying
4.10.4. Cultural and Spiritual Aspects
4.10.5. Communicating Bad News: Objectives of Nursing Staff

You will equip yourself with skills in compassionate communication to accompany the patient and their family in the process of illness, ensuring comprehensive and humane care at all stages of their treatment”