postgraduate certificate Neonatal Emergencies for Nursing

The first days of a neonate's life are key. There may be neurological complications, metabolic alterations, congenital heart disease or other adversities for which the nurse must be prepared, as many of them are referred directly to the neonatology service. Since this area covers a considerable field of pathologies, it is important to keep an updated knowledge level, as advances and developments are constant. Therefore, this postgraduate certificate offers a preferential academic option to deepen and modernize the area of Neonatal Emergencies. With a flexible and convenient format, nurses will be able to combine it perfectly with the most demanding professional activity.

University certificate

duration

6 weeks

Modality

Online

Schedule

At your own pace

Exams

Online

start date

financing up to

3 months

Price

฿34,620

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Description

Incorporate into your daily practice the most important advances in intrapartum asphyxia, surgical emergencies and Rh isoimmunization in Neonatal Emergencies"

From an exhaustive analysis of prematurity to different pathologies that can derive from it, nurses must have a series of advanced knowledge in this area, since it falls within their competence to care for the healthy infant up to 28 days of life. During this particularly fragile period for neonates, interventions must be rapid and precise in the event of various complications.

This is precisely where the improvement of nurses' competencies and level of updating comes into play. This TECH postgraduate certificate focuses on the most important areas of action in Neonatal Emergencies, bringing together the most important advances made in recent years.

In addition, the postgraduate certificate teaching staff, composed of professionals with vast experience in the field, have compiled the most effective clinical practice. This way, nurses have access to both most recent scientific postulates and necessary and current practical vision in the most demanding Neonatal Emergency Departments.

All of this, favored by a completely online format, with no fixed schedules or in-person classes. Midwife herself is the one who distributes her own study time, being able to download the entire syllabus from the first day

Access high quality learning material, packed with multimedia resources and complementary readings to further expand on each discussed topic"

This postgraduate certificate in Neonatal Emergencies for Nursing contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features include:

Development of case studies presented by experts in Obstetric and Neonatal Emergencies
The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on disciplines that are essential for professional practice
Practical exercises where self-assessment process can be used to improve learning
Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies
Theoretical lessons, questions for experts, discussion forums on controversial issues and individual reflection work
Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

Get updated with a Syllabus created by professionals who know the area of Neonatal Emergencies first hand, giving you a practical perspective necessary for all scientific theory covered"

The program's teaching staff includes professionals from the sector who bring to this program their work experience, as well as renowned specialists from reference societies and prestigious universities.

Its multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will allow professionals to learn in a contextual and situated learning environment, meaning a simulated environment that will provide immersive education programmed to prepare them for real situations.

The design of this program focuses on Problem-Based Learning, by means of which professionals must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the academic program For this purpose, it will be supported by an innovative system of interactive videos produced by renowned experts.

It deepens and modernizes in necessary keys regarding neurological problems in neonates, metabolic disorders and metabolic inborn errors"

You decide when, where and how to take on the full course load, without having to sacrifice any aspect of your personal or professional life"

Objectives

Since a newborn's first 28 days are a direct competence within nurses' competencies, it is urgent to emphasize that it is important for nurses to have all the necessary knowledge to act quickly in possible emergencies. This program focuses on the most common pathologies and alterations in neonates, as well as on advances made in the most urgent areas of this field, in order to offer a useful and exhaustive compendium to nurses who are looking for a very specific update.

Join the largest online academic institution in the world, with a technical and teaching team committed to helping you achieve your professional development goals"

General Objectives

To detect the different obstetric emergencies during pregnancy, delivery and puerperium as early as possible in order to apply the latest treatments and achieve a satisfactory obstetric outcome, thereby reducing maternal-fetal morbidity and mortality
To be able to provide specialist care for each urgent obstetric pathology
To acquire skills for emergency neonatal care when the obstetric pathology involves mother and fetus

Specific Objectives

To recognize and initiate timely management of urgent situations that may occur during the neonatal period
To demonstrate midwifery skills to deal with these situations

You will refine your approach methods in Neonatal Emergencies with advances and developments you will deepen throughout the program"

Postgraduate Certificate in Neonatal Emergencies for Nursing.

Neonatal emergencies are critical situations that may arise in the newborn that require rapid and effective intervention. It is crucial that nurses working in neonatology have the skills necessary to assess and treat infants presenting with these situations. Neonatal emergencies can include respiratory problems, metabolic disorders, infections, neurological disorders, congenital heart disease and trauma, among others.

To develop nursing skills in neonatal emergency care, it is essential to have adequate training in neonatology, including knowledge of neonatal physiology and pathology, neonatal care and treatment techniques, and technical skills, such as endotracheal intubation and umbilical intubation. In addition, interpersonal skills and effective communication skills with parents and other members of the health care team are important.

Nurses should always be alert to signs of clinical deterioration in the newborn and perform a thorough assessment of the patient. This may include monitoring vital signs, assessing level of consciousness, and assessing respiratory, cardiac, and neurologic status.

Treatment of a neonatal emergency may vary depending on the patient's clinical situation, but may include administration of medications, endotracheal intubation, mechanical ventilation, and performance of diagnostic tests, such as chest x-ray and echocardiography.

The nurse must also provide emotional support and education to parents, as the hospitalization of their newborns can be a difficult experience for them. This involves clear and effective communication about the baby's health status and plan of care.

The development of neonatal emergency care nursing skills is critical in newborn care and requires appropriate neonatology training, technical skills, interpersonal skills, effective communication, and ongoing assessment of the patient's clinical status.