Through this program, you will learn about the sophisticated care required by the patient who does not respond to NIMV and undergoes tracheostomy"

Intermediate Respiratory Care Units (IRCUs) are increasingly accommodating patients requiring Non-Invasive Mechanical Ventilation (NIMV) to prevent respiratory complications. In parallel to this increase, the procedures and techniques used in these areas are constantly developing, with the aim of providing a range of care that contributes to improving the quality of life of hospitalized patients. As a result, nurses working in this health care field must be aware of these advances in order to optimize their professional update.

This is why TECH has created this Postgraduate certificate, which allows students to explore the most up-to-date aspects of NIMV in the Intermediate Respiratory Care Unit. During 150 intensive hours of study, you will delve into the state-of-the-art strategies for monitoring the effectiveness of respiratory support during polygraphy or delve into the sophisticated nutritional strategies for the patient with prolonged hospitalization in the IRCU, among other issues.

All this, under a 100% online format that will allow students to update their knowledge from any time and place, as long as they have a device with an Internet connection. In the same way, they will enjoy a wide variety of didactic resources, highlighting the explanatory videos, simulations of real cases and interactive summaries. In this way, the professional will enjoy a completely enjoyable and effective study.

Thanks to this Postgraduate certificate, you will identify the updated nutritional strategies to alleviate the needs of the patient with prolonged hospitalization"

This Postgraduate certificate in Non-Invasive Ventilation in a Highly Qualified IRCU for Nursing contains the most complete and up-to-date program on the market. The most important features include:

• Practical cases presented by specialists in Pulmonology
• The graphic, schematic, and practical contents which provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• Practical exercises where the self-assessment process can be carried out to improve learning
• Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies
• 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

Through this program, you will delve into state-of-the-art procedures for monitoring the efficacy of respiratory support during polygraphy"

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the field who contribute their work experience to this educational program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive education programmed to learn 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 during the academic year For this purpose, the students will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.

Get up to date from the comfort of your own home thanks to the 100% online modality that this program give you"

Optimize your health update through didactic formats such as video or simulation of real cases"

The content of this Postgraduate certificate brings together the most recent and relevant concepts on Non-Invasive Mechanical Ventilation in a first class IRCU. All educational materials offered in this academic experience will be available in a wide variety of didactic formats, allowing students to choose those that best suit their academic needs. In addition, thanks to its 100% online modality, you will have the flexibility to study 24 hours a day with only a device with a network connection.

You will enjoy the most up-to-date academic content on the educational scene, available in innovative multimedia formats to optimize your study"

Module 1. Beyond Noninvasive Ventilation in an IRCU Highly Skilled Concepts

1.1. Weaning from Invasive Mechanical Ventilation via Tracheostomy in an IRCU

1.1.1. Criteria for the Performance of Tracheostomy in Patients with Prolonged IMV
1.1.2. Preparation of the Patient for Weaning from IMV
1.1.3. Techniques for Weaning IMV through Tracheostomy
1.1.4. Assessment of Tolerance to IMV Weaning via Tracheostomy
1.1.5. Management of Complications during Weaning

1.2. Management of Tracheostomy in the IRCU

1.2.1. Selection of the Adequate Tracheostomy Technique for the Patient
1.2.2. Initial Tracheostomy Care in the IRCU
1.2.3. Cannulae Maintenance and Change
1.2.4. Monitoring Complications
1.2.5. Evaluation of the Appropriate Timing of Tracheostomy Withdrawal
1.2.6. Decanulation Protocol

1.3. Utility of Noninvasive Respiratory Support in the Disconnection of Orotracheal Intubation

1.3.1. Selection of Patient Candidates for Disconnection
1.3.2. Techniques for Disconnection of Orotracheal Intubation
1.3.3. Evaluation of Tolerance to Noninvasive Respiratory Support During Disconnection
1.3.4. Monitoring and Management of Disconnecting Complications
1.3.5. Evaluation of the Success of Non-Invasive Respiratory Support at Disconnection of Orotracheal Intubation and Patient Follow-up

1.4. Management of Secretions and Cough Assistants

1.4.1. Indications
1.4.2. How to Measure Them
1.4.3. Different Devices
1.4.4. Pressure Configuration
1.4.5. How to Use It

1.5. NIV and Polygraphy, Indications and Interpretation

1.5.1. Indications of Polygraph in Patients with NIV
1.5.2. Interpretation of Polygraphy Results in NIV Patients
1.5.3. Identification of Abnormal Breathing Patterns on Polygraphy During NIMV
1.5.4. Monitoring the Effectiveness of Respiratory Support During Polygraphy
1.5.5. Interpretation of the Respiratory Complications Associated with NIMV in Polygraphy

1.6. Physiotherapy in an IRCU

1.6.1. Objectives and Benefits of Respiratory Physiotherapy in the IRCU
1.6.2. Respiratory Physiotherapy Techniques used in the IRCU
1.6.3. Physiotherapy in the Prevention and Treatment of Respiratory Complications in the IRCU
1.6.4. Evaluation and Monitoring of Patient Progress with Respiratory Physiotherapy in the IRCU
1.6.5. Multidisciplinary Collaboration in the Implementation of Respiratory Physical Therapy in the IRCU

1.7. Management of Shock and Other Commonly Used Drugs in IRCU

1.7.1. Types of Shock and their management in IRCUs
1.7.2. Indications and Dosage of Vasopressors in the Management of Shock in IRCU
1.7.3. Use of Inotropics and Vasodilators in the management of Shock in IRCUs
1.7.4. Management of Hypotension in the IRCU with Fluid Therapy
1.7.5. Monitoring of Hemodynamic and Patient Response to Drugs Used in the Management of Shock in the IRCU

1.8. Study of Swallowing Alterations

1.8.1. Prolonged Orotracheal Intubation
1.8.2. Tracheostomy
1.8.3. Ineffective Swallowing

1.9. Nutritional Study in Patients with Prolonged Admission to the IRCU

1.9.1. Nutritional Assessment in IRCU Patients
1.9.2. Assessing Nutritional Status and Energy Needs
1.9.3. Nutritional Strategies in Patients with Prolonged Admission to the IRCU
1.9.4. Monitoring of Nutritional Support and Necessary Adjustments in IRCU Patients
1.9.5. Prevention and Management of Nutritional Complications in Patients with Prolonged Admission to the IRCU

1.10. Unstable Patient Management

1.10.1. Management of Rapid Atrial Fibrillation
1.10.2. Management of Supraventricular Tachycardia
1.10.3. Management of Cardiorespiratory Arrest
1.10.4. Orotracheal Intubation
1.10.5. Sedation in NIV 

With the Relearning method, you will avoid spending long hours studying and will be able to focus on the most important concepts in an efficient way"