Introduction to the Program

Obtén una experiencia académica única y eficaz en torno a los Advanced Intensive Care Nursing gracias a TECH” 

Los notorios avances tecnológicos han perfeccionado los equipamientos empleados en las Unidades de Cuidados Intensivos, que, además, han visto acelerada su introducción debido a la pandemia provocada por el COVID-19. Un escenario, que se une, a la integración de soportes para otro tipo de pacientes con Trastornos Neurológicos o Digestivos.  

En este contexto, el sanitario debe estar al tanto de los avances más significativos, el perfeccionamiento de protocolo o el avance de las técnicas para la administración de fármacos, la intubación o el seguimiento del paciente. En esta línea se adentra esta Postgraduate diploma en Advanced Intensive Care Nursing de 600 horas lectivas.  

Un programa que presenta un marco teórico sólido, sin descuidar el enfoque práctico, que le permitirá al egresado obtener una actualización de aplicación directa en su praxis asistencial diaria. Así, a través de material didáctico innovador y de alta calidad, el enfermero ahondará en la monitorización y soporte Hemodinámico, los cuidados avanzados al paciente con problemas respiratorios, neurológico, digestivo y nutricional.  

Además, gracias al método Relearning, el profesional progresará de manera natural por el temario, afianzando los conceptos clave de modo mucho más sencilla, reduciendo las largas horas de estudio y memorización. 

El enfermero está, así, ante una propuesta académica intensiva a la par que flexible. Y es que, tan solo necesita de un dispositivo digital con conexión a internet para visualizar, en cualquier momento del día, el contenido alojado en la plataforma virtual. Así, sin presencialidad, ni clases con horarios encorsetados, el alumno dispone de una mayor libertad para autogestionar su tiempo y conciliar una titulación de nivel con sus actividades diarias.  

Accede a un proceso de actualización de 600 horas lectivas, completamente compatible con tus responsabilidades diarias”

Esta Postgraduate diploma en Advanced Intensive Care Nursing contiene el programa científico más completo y actualizado del mercado. Sus características más destacadas son:

  • El desarrollo de casos prácticos presentados por expertos en Enfermería en Cuidados Intensivos y Médicos Intensivistas 
  • 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 

Indaga, cuando y donde desees, en el perfeccionamiento de las técnicas y procedimiento en el cuidado del paciente con Trastornos Neurológicos y Neuromusculares”

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.

Dispones de literatura científica que te llevará a estar al tanto de las evidencias científicas más recientes en Cuidados Intensivos"

Profundiza desde la comodidad de tu hogar en los avances en cuidados al paciente con problemas digestivo-nutricional"

Syllabus

TECH provides the healthcare professional with a set of innovative pedagogical tools, housed in the virtual library, accessible 24 hours a day. In this way, the graduate has the freedom to self-manage his or her access time to the four modules that make up this program. In this way, you will get a complete, dynamic update on the most recent advances in monitoring, follow-up and patient care in Intensive Care from the field of Nursing.

The Relearning method will help you to achieve an effective update in an agile way, reducing the long hours of study”

Module 1. Hemodynamic monitoring and support. Advanced care of the patient with hemodynamic problems

1.1. EKG monitoring and telemetry + noninvasive HD monitoring

1.1.1. Electrocardiography
1.1.2. Arrhythmias
1.1.3. Warning signs and alarms

1.2. Temperature Monitoring

1.2.1. Temperature measurement: central and peripheral thermometer, SV
1.2.2. Methods to decrease it: Artic Sun and Coolgard, IV
1.2.3. Methods to increase it

1.3. Invasive monitoring I

1.3.1. Arterial catheter
1.3.2. Central Venous Pressure (CVP)
1.3.3. Nursing care

1.4. Invasive monitoring II: CG, PAP and other parameters

1.4.1. Swan Ganz
1.4.2. PiCCO System
1.4.3. VolumeView
1.4.4. LiDCO
1.4.5. Monitoring

1.5. Percutaneous Circulatory Assistances: Counterpulsation Balloon (BCiA), Impella CP + 2.5, ECMO VA

1.5.1. Indications
1.5.2. Operation
1.5.3. Assessment and nursing care

1.6. Non-percutaneous circulatory assists: HeartMate, Impella 5.0, Levitronix, Berlin-Heart Excor, ECMO VA

1.6.1. Indications
1.6.2. Operation
1.6.3. Assessment and nursing care

1.7. Pacemaker

1.7.1. Transcutaneous or external
1.7.2. Transvenous
1.7.3. Epicardial

1.8. Advanced Life Support (ALS) in the critically ill patient

1.8.1. Action Protocol
1.8.2. Changes and differences with respect to other units
1.8.3. Post-resuscitation care

1.9. The Heart Attack Code. Reception and in-hospital follow-up

1.9.1. Reception of the patient
1.9.2. Primary assessment and intervention
1.9.3. Catheterization
1.9.4. Follow-up and nursing care

1.10. Administration of frequently used drugs

1.10.1. Vasoactive drugs: types
1.10.2. Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics
1.10.3. Special considerations in administration and withdrawal

Module 2. Rehabilitation monitoring and support. Advanced care of the patient with Rehabilitation problems

2.1. Basic monitoring of the respiratory pattern

2.1.1. SpO2
2.1.2. FR
2.1.3. Capnography

2.2. Oxygen therapy systems

2.2.1. Low Flow
2.2.2. High Flow
2.2.3. Humidification

2.3. Mechanical Ventilation. The starting point

2.3.1. Physiology and pathophysiology
2.3.2. Difference between ventilation and perfusion
2.3.3. Mechanical concepts
2.3.4. Gasometry. Interpretation and patient follow-up

2.4. Invasive Mechanical Ventilation I

2.4.1. Indications and objectives
2.4.2. Modalities of total ventilatory support
2.4.3. Modalities of partial ventilatory support

2.5. Invasive Mechanical Ventilation II

2.5.1. Zero Pneumonia
2.5.2. Endotracheal tube and nasotracheal tube. Nursing care
2.5.3. Tracheostomy cannula. Nursing care

2.6. Noninvasive Mechanical Ventilation

2.6.1. Indications and objectives
2.6.2. Contraindications
2.6.3. Ventilatory support modes

2.7. Noninvasive Mechanical Ventilation II

2.7.1. Choice of devices
2.7.2. Nursing care

2.8. Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation system: ECMO

2.8.1. Implantation and operation
2.8.2. Assessment and nursing care
2.8.3. Weaning

2.9. Extracorporeal CO2 removal

2.9.1. Indications and operation
2.9.2. Hemolung
2.9.3. Prolung

2.10. Administration of inhaled drugs

2.10.1. Types and recommendations
2.10.2. AnaConDa system
2.10.3. Nitric Oxide

Module 3. Neurological monitoring and support. Advanced care of the patient with neurological problems

3.1. Neurocritical patient

3.1.1. Nursing care and intervention
3.1.2. Neurological and pupillary assessment
3.1.3. Pupillometer
3.1.4. Scales

3.2. Code Stroke Reception and in-hospital follow-up

3.2.1. Reception of the patient
3.2.2. Primary assessment and intervention
3.2.3. Fibrinolysis
3.2.4. Follow-up and nursing care

3.3. External Ventricular Drainage (EVD)

3.3.1. Management and operation
3.3.2. Nursing care
3.3.3. Assessment and interpretation

3.4. Invasive Monitoring

3.4.1. PIC
3.4.2. Pathway System
3.4.3. Interpretation and nursing performance

3.5. Sedation management in the critically ill patient

3.5.1. Most frequent medication
3.5.2. RASS scales
3.5.3. RAMSAY Scale
3.5.4. SAS Scale
3.5.5. MAAS Scale

3.6. Sedation Monitoring

3.6.1. BIS
3.6.2. INVOS
3.6.3. Interpretation and nursing performance

3.7. Management of analgesia in the critically ill patient

3.7.1. Most frequent medication
3.7.2. EVA Scale
3.7.3. ESCID Scale

3.8. Monitoring of Analgesia

3.8.1. ANI
3.8.2. NOL
3.8.3. Interpretation and nursing performance

3.9. Management and monitoring of muscle relaxants in the critically ill patient

3.9.1. Most frequent medication
3.9.2. TOF
3.9.3. Interpretation and nursing performance

3.10. Delirium management in intensive care units

3.10.1. Prevention and identification
3.10.2. CAM-ICU Scale
3.10.3. Associated Complications

Module 4. Digestive and nutritional monitoring and support. Advanced care of the patient with digestive-nutritional problems

4.1. Indications and nutritional considerations according to the patient's needs

4.1.1. Selection of the access route for TMN according to the patient's characteristics
4.1.2. Application
4.1.3. Early implantation of nutrition in the critically ill patient

4.2. Types of Nutrition

4.2.1. Enteral Nutrition
4.2.2. Parenteral Nutrition
4.2.3. Mixed nutrition

4.3. Enteral nutrition devices

4.3.1. SNG/SOG
4.3.2. PEG
4.3.3. Nursing Care

4.4. Nutritional assessment and risk of malnutrition in the critically ill patient

4.4.1. Classification
4.4.2. Screening tools
4.4.3. Nutritional Supplements

4.5. Monitoring and follow-up of nutritional treatment

4.5.1. Bioelectrical impedance
4.5.2. Muscle and visceral ultrasound
4.5.3. Caloric-protein requirements

4.6. Dysphagia and other problems associated with the critically ill patient

4.6.1. Early Prevention and Detection
4.6.2. Types of dysphagia Prospective Foresight
4.6.3. Associated Complications

4.7. Metabolism in the critically ill patient

4.7.1. Metabolic response to stress
4.7.2. Biomarkers
4.7.3. Morphofunctional assessment of the critically ill patient

4.8. Management and monitoring of nutritional therapy in special situations

4.8.1. Glycemic control in the ICU
4.8.2. Patients with hemodynamic instability
4.8.3. Patients with ARDS or prone position
4.8.4. Traumatic/critically burned patient

4.9. Monitoring for efficacy and safety of nutritional support

4.9.1. Importance of biochemical monitoring
4.9.2. Most important monitoring parameters
4.9.3. Refeeding Syndrome

4.10. Elimination devices: Flexi-seal

4.10.1. Indications and Contraindications
4.10.2. Handling and implantation
4.10.3. Nursing care

With this Postgraduate diploma you will be up to date with the latest advances in support for the care of patients with respiratory problems in the ICU”

Postgraduate Diploma in Advanced Intensive Care Nursing

Prepare to take your Nursing skills to the next level with our exceptional Advanced Nursing Intensive Care Postgraduate Diploma program! At TECH Global University, we have designed an innovative program that will allow you to specialize in critical care and provide excellent medical care in critical situations. Nowadays, the role of Nursing professionals in intensive care units is of vital importance for the well-being and recovery of patients. Our Postgraduate Diploma program will provide you with the tools and knowledge necessary to excel in this area of medicine, all through online classes designed to optimize your learning. At TECH Global University, we believe in the importance of constant updating and continuous improvement in the Nursing field. That's why our program focuses on providing you with the most advanced and specialized training to attend critical care situations with confidence and professionalism.

We believe in the importance of constant updating and continuous improvement in the nursing field.

Improve your Nursing career with TECH

Online classes are one of the main advantages of our program, as they give you the flexibility to study at your own pace and in the place you prefer. With no commuting or rigid schedules, you can access learning resources and participate in practical sessions from any device with an internet connection. With the support of our outstanding professors and experts in intensive Nursing, you'll acquire critical skills, such as advanced patient monitoring, administering specific medications and treatments, and making quick and effective decisions in emergency situations. Don't miss the opportunity to excel in your career and make a difference in the field of Intensive Care Nursing. Our Postgraduate Diploma in Advanced Intensive Care Nursing program will open doors to new career opportunities and make you a leader in the healthcare field. Enroll in our program today and take a step toward a successful and rewarding career!