Get up to date on the most current methods of Assessment of the Poisoned Patient, implemented in the emergency department" 

When the patient arrives at the emergency room due to poisoning, the health professional must follow an initial protocol that allows him to assess the need for Life Support and apply the ABCDE rule, as well as assess the level of consciousness using the Glasgow scale and place a venous line if possible.

Therefore, the specialist will act in a timely manner depending on the results of this assessment and the level of consciousness of the patient to determine a diagnosis of suspected poisoning and make the appropriate hypotheses of the case. 

With this Postgraduate diploma, the graduate will have the knowledge and skills needed to deal with Toxicological Emergencies caused by Drugs of Abuse. For this, TECH has prepared an academic itinerary composed of 3 study modules that bring together the topics in groups about the Assessment of the Poisoned Patient, Life Support and Toxicology for this type of substances.

In this syllabus, the student will find a series of relevant aspects, advances and innovations in the subject that will allow them to provide hemodynamic stability and instability in the poisoned patient. They will learn about poisoning by synthetic drugs, Toxicomania, abstinence syndromes. It will deal with sexual crimes, drug traffickers, reinsertion, among other related factors, reaching conclusions and key aspects to remember in each group of topics.

All this can be studied completely online, from a device of your choice with Internet connection. This will allow them to evolve in their academic journey progressively without complications, accessing the platform at any time of the day and enjoying a variety of multimedia resources: video summaries, complementary readings, quick action guides, images, etc., which will make the whole process much more dynamic.

You will implement the most advanced decontamination procedures in acute poisonings"

This Postgraduate diploma in Toxicological Emergencies caused by Drugs of Abuse contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features include: 

• The development of practical cases presented by experts in Toxicology in the Emergency Room 
• The graphic, schematic and practical contents with which it is conceived 
• scientific and practical information on those 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

You will undertake exploration procedures of the patient poisoned by Drugs of Abuse, determining the type of toxicity present: hepatic, renal, cardiac or respiratory"

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

Its multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will allow the professional a situated and contextual learning, that is, a simulated environment that will provide an immersive training programmed to train in real situations.

The design of this program focuses on Problem-Based Learning, in which the professional will have to try to solve the different professional practice situations that will arise throughout the academic course. For this purpose, the student will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned experts.

With the study of this Postgraduate diploma you will get a complete vision of the treatment of poisoning"

Everything is an advantage when studying with TECH! This 100% online Postgraduate diploma will provide you with the most updated content and the most comfortable and safe methodology"

It will be 6 months of study in which the graduate will have acquired new skills and abilities to care for the patient poisoned by the use of Drugs of Abuse, thanks to the theoretical and practical material available 24 hours a day, from the safest, most comfortable and dynamic virtual platform. This efficiency is due to the Relearning methodology implemented by TECH in each of its programs, which provides flexibility and speed for the assimilation of the contents. Undoubtedly, the best way to specialize in the hands of those who know.   

It will be 6 months of 100% online study and from the hands of a team of experienced teachers who have prepared the most complete academic itinerary"

Module 1. Assessment of the Poisoned Patient

1.1. Introduction to the Module 

1.1.1. Medical History

1.1.1.1. Medical History
1.1.1.2. Physical Examination
1.1.1.3. Complementary Evaluations

1.1.2. Toxic Syndromes

1.1.2.1. Sympathomimetics
1.1.2.2. Cholinergic Drugs
1.1.2.3. Anticholinergics
1.1.2.4. Serotonergic Drugs
1.1.2.5. Opioids
1.1.2.6. Sedative-Hypnotic Drugs
1.1.2.7. Hallucinatory Drugs

1.1.3. Metabolic Acidosis in Toxicology
1.1.4. Diagnosis of Suspected Poisoning and Diagnostic Hypotheses
1.1.5. The Toxicological Information Service (TIS) of the National Institute of Toxicology as a Center for Diagnostic and Therapeutic Assistance BORRAR
1.1.6. Conclusions and Key Points

1.2. Initial Assessment of Patients Suffering from Poisoning 

1.2.1. Preliminary

1.2.1.1. Introduction
1.2.1.2. Index
1.2.1.3. Objectives

1.2.2. Hepatic Toxicology
1.2.3. Renal Toxicology
1.2.4. Hematological Toxicity
1.2.5. Neurological and Psychiatric Toxicology
1.2.6. Conclusions and Key Points
1.2.7. Cardiovascular and Respiratory Toxicology

1.3. Toxic Organ Involvement 

1.3.1. Preliminary

1.3.1.1. Introduction
1.3.1.2. Index
1.3.1.3. Objectives

1.3.2. Reproductive and Perinatal Toxicology
1.3.3. Neonatal and Pediatric Toxicology
1.3.4. Geriatric Toxicology

1.4. Group Toxicology 

Module 2. Therapeutic Management of the Poisoned Patient: Life Support

2.1. A Complete Overview of Poisoning Treatment
2.2. Life Support for Poisoned Patients: Cardiopulmonary Arrest

2.2.1. The Fundamental Pillars of Life Support in Cardiopulmonary Arrest
2.2.2. Respiratory Arrest and Ventilatory Support
2.2.3. Cardiorespiratory Arrest in Poisoned Patients
2.2.4. Conclusions and Key Points

2.3. Acute Respiratory Failure in Poisoned Patients and Therapeutic Management

2.3.1. Preliminary
2.3.2. Acute Respiratory Failure due to Airway Obstruction
2.3.3. Acute Respiratory Failure due to Hypoventilation
2.3.4. Acute Respiratory Failure due to Decrease in Inspiratory Oxygen Fraction
2.3.5. Acute Respiratory Failure due to Alveolocapillary Diffusion Impairment
2.3.6. Acute Respiratory Failure due to Altered Oxygen Transport or Tissue Oxygen Utilization
2.3.7. Acute Mixed Respiratory Failure
2.3.8. Conclusions and Key Points

2.4. Hemodynamic Stability and Instability in Poisoned Patients

2.4.1. Shock and its Different Types in Poisoned Patients
2.4.2. Therapeutic Management of Shock in Poisoned Patients
2.4.3. Hypotension and Hypertension in Poisoned Patients
2.4.4. Cardiac Arrhythmias in Acute Poisoning
2.4.5. Acute Coronary Syndrome in Poisoned Patients
2.4.6. Conclusions and Key Points

2.5. Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Poisoning

2.5.1. Disorders of Consciousness Toxic Coma
2.5.2. Seizures.
2.5.3. Behavioral Disorder. Agitated Patient Management

2.5.3.1. Etiology of Psychomotor Agitation. Toxicology-Related Causes
2.5.3.2. Protective Measures for Health care Personnel
2.5.3.3. Verbal, Mechanical and Pharmacological Restraint Measures
2.5.4.Conclusions and Key Points

Module 3. Toxicology of Drugs of Abuse

3.1. Drug Addiction, Poisoning, Withdrawal Syndromes, Sexual Offenses, Drug Traffickers, Reintegration
3.2. Epidemiology of Drugs of Abuse
3.3. Poisoning by CNS Depressants:

3.3.1. Preliminary

3.3.1.1. Introduction
3.3.1.2. Index
3.3.1.3. Objectives

3.3.1.3.1. Opiates (Heroin; Methadone; Oxycodone)
3.3.1.3.2. Alcohol Poisoning
3.3.1.3.3. Volatile Inhalable Substances
3.3.1.3.4. Conclusions and Key Points

3.4. Psychostimulant Poisoning

3.4.1. Preliminary

3.4.1.1. Introduction
3.4.1.2. Index
3.4.1.3. Objectives

3.4.1.3.1. Cocaine
3.4.1.3.2. Amphetamines
3.4.1.3.3. Others: (Ephedrine and Pseudoephedrine, Khat, Energy Drinks, Guarana)
3.4.1.3.4. Conclusions and Key Points

3.5. Hallucinogen Poisoning

3.5.1. Hallucinogenic Mushrooms (LSD, Amanita Muscaria, Psilocybe)
3.5.2. Hallucinogenic Plants

3.5.2.1. Cannabis
3.5.2.2. Mescaline
3.5.2.3. Estramonium
3.5.2.4. Belladonna
3.5.2.5. Scopolamine (Burundanga)
3.5.2.6. Vegetable Ecstasy

3.5.3. DMT and AMT
3.5.4. Dextromethorphan
3.5.5. Conclusions and Key Points

3.6. Poisoning by Synthetic Drugs

3.6.1. Synthetic Opiates (Fentanyl and Meperidine Derivatives)
3.6.2. Dissociative

3.6.2.1. Phencyclidine and Ketamine

3.6.3. Methaqualone Derivatives
3.6.4. Synthetic Phenylethylamines

3.6.4.1. DOM, BOB, 2C-B, MDA
3.6.4.2. Ecstasy (MDMA)
3.6.4.3. Liquid Ecstasy (GHB)
3.6.4.4. Conclusions and Key Points

3.7. Psychosocial Component of Drugs of Abuse
3.8. Sex and Drugs: Chemsex (Chemical Sex)

3.8.1. What is Meant by Chemsex?
3.8.2. Historical Background and Epidemiologic Profile of Consumers
3.8.3. Risks Associated with the Practice of Chemsex
3.8.4. Most Commonly Used Drugs
3.8.5. Conclusions and Key Points

3.9. Language and Drugs

3.9.1. A Language that Emergency Physicians Must Know
3.9.2. Drug Slang
3.9.3. The Slang of Drugs of Abuse
3.9.4. Conclusions and Key Points

3.10. A Society Besieged by Drugs

3.10.1. Introduction
3.10.2. The "Botellón" a Toxic Social Phenomenon
3.10.3. Electronic Parties and Drugs of Abuse
3.10.4. The “Jarra Loca”
3.10.5. Conclusions and Key Points

3.11. Bodypackers and Bodystuffers in the Emergency Department

3.11.1. Definition
3.11.2. Clinical Manifestations
3.11.3. Diagnosis
3.11.4. Treatment Management
3.11.5. Conclusions and Key Points

3.12. Chemical Submission

3.12.1. Concept
3.12.2. Epidemiology
3.12.3. Keys to Diagnosis
3.12.4. Crimes Related to Chemical Submission
3.12.5. Drugs Most Commonly Used in Chemical Submission
3.12.6. Conclusions and Key Points

3.13. Withdrawal Syndromes

3.13.1. Introduction and Objectives
3.13.2. Alcohol Withdrawal Syndrome

3.13.2.1. Concept
3.13.2.2. Clinical Manifestations and Criteria Diagnosis
3.13.2.3. Delirium Tremens
3.13.2.4. Alcohol Withdrawal Syndrome Treatment
3.13.2.5. Conclusions and Key Points

3.13.3. Opioid Withdrawal Syndrome

3.13.3.1. Concept
3.13.3.2. Opioid Dependence and Tolerance
3.13.3.3. Clinical Manifestations and Diagnosis of the Withdrawal Syndrome
3.13.3.4. Treatment of Drug Addicts with Withdrawal Syndrome

3.13.4. Detoxification Treatment
3.13.5. Conclusions and Key Points

3.14. Addictive Behavior Unit 

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