Improve your knowledge of Pulmonary Nursing through this program, where you will find the best teaching material with real cases. Learn with us about the latest advances in the specialty to be able to perform quality nursing practice”

The objective of this Master's Degree in Pulmonary Nursing is to update the knowledge of nurses interested in the respiratory therapies that are currently available, so that they can acquire new therapeutic skills and techniques, apply them in their usual clinical practice, and in turn contribute to the future development of new research.

Patients undergoing respiratory treatment require proper therapeutic compliance and the nursing staff is responsible for empowering these patients and providing them with individualized care, tools that this Master's Degree provides in order to achieve excellence in care.

Throughout the program, students will be shown the most prevalent respiratory pathologies, they will perform anatomo-physiological overviews and consider the different alternatives for respiratory therapies in adult patients. Furthermore, it provides up-to-date and innovative information on aerosol therapy, oxygen therapy, sleep disorders treatments, non-invasive and invasive mechanical ventilation for intubated patients. It also provides detailed information about patients with specific characteristics, such as tracheostomized patients, pediatric patients and lung transplant patients, all of whom require specific treatment and care. Lastly, the program opens the door to new avenues of research, providing possible fields of action in terms of respiratory patient education, innovation, telemedicine, gamification and the dissemination of research results.

The program design consists of an online methodology with a total of 1,500 study hours. The whole program is presented through high-quality multimedia content. There will be clinical case analyses elaborated by experts in respiratory therapies, explanatory videos for the different therapies, photos of the materials used for the different techniques, and the most recent developments and innovations in the field will be provided.

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This Master's Degree in Pulmonary Nursing contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. Its most important features include:

• More than 75 clinical cases presented by experts in Pulmonary Nursing
• Graphic, schematic, and practical contents created in order to provide scientific and practical information on those disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• The latest information on care and intervention in Pulmonary Nursing
• Contains practical exercises where the self-evaluation process can be carried out to improve learning
• Algorithm-based interactive learning system for decision-making in the situations that are presented to the student
• With special emphasis on evidence-based nursing and research methodologies in Pulmonary Nursing
• All of this will be complemented by 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

This Master's Degree may be the best investment you can make when selecting a refresher program for two reasons: in addition to updating your knowledge of Pulmonary Nursing, you will obtain a degree from TECH Global University”

Its teaching staff includes professionals in the field of respiratory therapy, who bring to this program the experience of their work, in addition to recognized specialists belonging to leading scientific societies.

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 an immersive training program designed to train 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 throughout the program. For this purpose, the nurse will be assisted by an innovative system of interactive videos created by recognized experts in the field of respiratory therapies with great teaching experience.

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Take the opportunity to learn about the latest advances in Pulmonary Nursing and improve patient care"

The structure of the contents has been designed by a team of professionals from the best hospitals and universities, aware of the relevance of current training to be able to intervene in the prevention, care and monitoring of respiratory problems in our patients, and committed to quality teaching through new educational technologies. 

This Master's Degree in Pulmonary Nursing contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market”

Module 1. Anatomo-Physiology of the Respiratory System and Assessment of Pulmonary Function

1.1. Respiratory Apparatus Anatomy

1.1.1. Upper Airway Anatomy
1.1.2. Lower Airway Anatomy
1.1.3. Lungs and Respiratory Unit
1.1.4. Accessory Structures: Pleura and Respiratory Musculature
1.1.5. Mediastinum
1.1.6. Pulmonary Perfusion

1.2. Pulmonary Ventilation

1.2.1. Respiratory Mechanism  
1.2.2. Airway Resistance
1.2.3. Breathing Work
1.2.4. Lung Volume and Capacity

1.3. Gas Diffusion

1.3.1. Partial Pressure
1.3.2. Diffusion Rate
1.3.3. Relationship between Ventilation and Perfusion

1.4. Gas Transportation

1.4.1. Blood Oxygen Transport 
1.4.2. Hemoglobin Dissociation Curve
1.4.3. Blood Coal Transport

1.5. Breathing Regulation

1.5.1. Respiratory Control Centers
1.5.2. Chemical Breathing Control
1.5.3. Non-Chemical Breathing Control

1.6. Breathing Characteristics

1.6.1. Frequency (F)
1.6.2. Rhythm
1.6.3. Depth
1.6.4. Adventitious Sounds
1.6.5. Breathing Patterns

1.7. Functional Respiratory Examination Pulmonary Function Tests

1.7.1. Spirometry Interpretation of Results
1.7.2. Bronchial Provocation Tests
1.7.3. Static Pulmonary Volumes Body Plethysmography
1.7.4. Pulmonary Resistance Study
1.7.5. Pulmonary Elasticity and Distensibility Compliance
1.7.6. Study of Respiratory Muscle Function
1.7.7. Pulmonary Diffusion Tests DLCO
1.7.8. Gas Exchange: Arterial Gasometry Acid-Base Equilibrium 
1.7.9. Stress Tests. 6-Minute Walk and Shuttle Test
1.7.10. Pulse Oximetry
1.7.11. Bronchoscopy 
1.7.12. X-Ray Tests

1.8. Respiratory Patient Assessment

1.8.1. Quality of Life of the Respiratory Patient: Saint George Questionnaire
1.8.2. Nursing Assessment of the Respiratory Patient by Functional Patterns

Module 2. Common Respiratory Pathologies in Adults

2.1. Respiratory Failure

2.1.1. Acute Respiratory Failure
2.1.2. Chronic Respiratory Insufficiency

2.2. Acute Respiratory Infections in Adults

2.2.1. Common Cold
2.2.2. Influenza
2.2.3. Pharyngitis and Tonsillitis
2.2.4. Acute Bronchitis
2.2.5. Nursing Process in Respiratory Infections

2.3. Respiratory Diseases of Obstructive Origin

2.3.1. Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
2.3.2. Emphysema
2.3.3. Asthma in Adults
2.3.4. Cystic Fibrosis in Adults
2.3.5. Chronic Bronchitis
2.3.6. Bronchiectasis

2.4. Respiratory Diseases of Restrictive Origin

2.4.1. Restrictive Lung Diseases: Atelectasis, Pulmonary Edema, Pulmonary Fibrosis, Pneumonia, Sarcoidosis, ARDS, Tuberculosis.
2.4.2. Pleural Restrictive Diseases: Pleural Effusion, Empyema, Hemothorax, Pneumothorax, Chylothorax
2.4.3. Thoracic-Skeletal Pathologies: Thoracic Alterations, Obesity, Scoliosis, Kyphosis, Kyphoscoliosis
2.4.4. Neuromuscular Disorders: Myasthenia Gravis, Guillain-Barré Syndrome, ALS, Muscular Dystrophies

2.5. Pleural Drainage

2.5.1. Pleural Drainage Systems
2.5.2. Thoracentesis
2.5.3. Pleural Biopsy
2.5.4. Pharmacological Treatments in Pleural Pathology: Pleurodesis and Fibrinolytics

2.6. Tumoral Processes

2.6.1. Lung Cancer
2.6.2. Nursing Care of Patients with Lung Cancer

2.7. Areas of Nursing Care for Respiratory Patients

2.7.1. Emergency Care
2.7.2. Hospitalization. Nosocomial Pneumonia
2.7.3. External Consultation
2.7.4. Critical Care Units
2.7.5. Sleep Units
2.7.6. Home Respiratory Therapies

Module 3. Aerosol Therapy

3.1. Basic Concepts of Aerosol Therapy

3.1.1. Definition
3.1.2. Indications and Contraindications
3.1.3. Medication

3.2. Theoretical Principles of Aerosol Therapy

3.2.1. Types of Aerosol
3.2.2. Particle Size and Pulmonary Deposition
3.2.3. Dispensing Mechanism and Inhalation Technique
3.2.4. Geometry and Characteristics of Airway
3.2.5. Inspiratory Maneuver
3.2.6. Mucociliary Clearance

3.3. Nebulizers: Equipment and Delivery Systems

3.3.1. High- and Low-Flow Pneumatic Nebulizers
3.3.2. Ultrasonic Nebulizers
3.3.3. Net Nebulizers
3.3.4. Nebulizer Selection Criteria
3.3.5. Masks and Mouthpieces
3.3.6. Cleaning and Maintenance
3.3.7. Complications
3.3.8. Nebulizer Treatment Monitoring

3.4. Inhalation Devices

3.4.1. Inhalation Technique Education
3.4.2. Pressurized Cartridge Inhalers
3.4.3. Inhalation Chambers and Spacers
3.4.4. Dry Powder Inhalers
3.4.5. Soft Vapor Inhalers
3.4.6. Cleaning and Maintenance

3.5. Nursing Care Plan in Aerosol Therapy

3.5.1. NANDA Diagnosis
3.5.2. Nursing Outcomes and Interventions

Module 4. Oxygen Therapy

4.1. Blood Oxygen Measurement

4.1.1. Arterial Blood Gas Analysis Interpretation of Results
4.1.2. Venous Gasometry Interpretation of Results
4.1.3. Oximetry
4.1.4. Capnography

4.2. Chronic Home Oxygen Therapy 

4.2.1. General Considerations 
4.2.2. Indications and Contraindications
4.2.3. Side Effects and Risk

4.3. Devices for Administering Oxygen

4.3.1. Low- and High-Flow Systems
4.3.2. Oxygen Bottles
4.3.3. Static Concentrators
4.3.4. Portable Concentrators
4.3.5. Liquid Oxygen

4.4. Oxygen Therapy Consumables

4.4.1. Nasal Cannulae
4.4.2. Oxygen Masks
4.4.3. Reservoirs
4.4.4. Conduit Tubes
4.4.5. Oxygen Saving Systems

4.5. Supplementary Materials for Administering Oxygen

4.5.1. Flowmeters
4.5.2. Pressure Reducers
4.5.3. Humidifiers

4.6. Procedures for Administering Oxygen

4.6.1. Home Installation Instructions
4.6.2. Safety and Prevention
4.6.3. Patient Education
4.6.4. Monitoring Patients with Chronic Domiciliary Oxygen Therapy

4.7. Nursing Care Plan in Oxygen Therapy

4.7.1. NANDA Diagnosis
4.7.2. Nursing Outcomes and Interventions

Module 5. Sleep and Wakefulness Disorders

5.1. Sleep and Breathing Physiology

5.1.1. Snoring
5.1.2. The Respiratory Tract During Sleep
5.1.3. Sleep Phases
5.1.4. Hormones

5.2. Sleep Disorders Diagnosis

5.2.1. Symptomatology
5.2.2. Daytime Hypersomnolence Test
5.2.3. Hospital and Home Polygraphs
5.2.4. Differences between Polygraph and Polysomnography

5.3. Sleep Apnea

5.3.1. Definition of Sleep Apnea
5.3.2. Definition of Other Basic Concepts
5.3.3. Classification: Obstructive, Central and Mixed Apnea
5.3.4. Clinical manifestations
5.3.5. Short- and Long-Term Risk

5.4. Treatment of Sleep Apnea

5.4.1. CPAP as First Treatment Option
5.4.2. Alternative Treatments
5.4.3. Surgical Management

5.5. Pressure Titration

5.5.1. Manual Titration
5.5.2. Automatic Titration
5.5.3. Titration through Formulas

5.6. Nursing Care Plan in Sleep Apnea Therapy

5.6.1. Sleep Apnea Patient Education
5.6.2. NANDA Diagnosis
5.6.3. Nursing Outcomes and Interventions

Module 6. Non-Invasive Mechanical Ventilation

6.1. Pathophysiology

6.1.1. Physiological Ventilation
6.1.2. Physiology of Non-invasive Mechanical Ventilation
6.1.3. Indications and Contraindications

6.2. Ventilation Methods

6.2.1. Negative Pressure Ventilation
6.2.2. Positive Pressure Ventilation

6.3. Basic Concepts

6.3.1. IPAP
6.3.2. EPAP
6.3.3. Trigger
6.3.4. Cycling
6.3.5. PEEP
6.3.6. Inspiration/Expiration Ratio
6.3.7. Pressure Support
6.3.8. Expiratory Pressure Relief
6.3.9. Rise Time
6.3.10. Ramp
6.3.11. Alerts
6.3.12. Other Concepts

6.4. Ventilatory Modes

6.4.1. Spontaneous Ventilation
6.4.2. Synchronized Intermittent Mandatory Ventilation
6.4.3. Controlled or Assisted-Controlled Ventilation
6.4.4. Pressure-Controlled Ventilation
6.4.5. Volume-Controlled Ventilation
6.4.6. Alternative Ventilatory Modes

6.5. Physiology of Non-invasive Mechanical Ventilation

6.5.1. CPAP
6.5.2. BIPAP
6.5.3. Conventional Ventilator
6.5.4. Servo-Ventilation

6.6. Necessary Material

6.6.1. Masks
6.6.2. Tubing
6.6.3. Filters
6.6.4. Humidifiers
6.6.5. Other Equipment
6.6.6. Cleaning and Maintenance

6.7. Main Adjustment Problems and Possible Solutions

6.7.1. Equipment-Related
6.7.2. Pressure-Related
6.7.3. Mask-Related
6.7.4. Tubing-Related
6.7.5. Humidifier-Related
6.7.6. Other Complications

6.8. Equipment Installation at Patient’s Home

6.8.1. Patient Preparation
6.8.2. Equipment Programming
6.8.3. Mask Fitting
6.8.4. Pressure Adaptation
6.8.5. Patient Education

6.9. Monitoring Patients on Non-Invasive Mechanical Ventilation

6.9.1. Home Visits
6.9.2. Importance of Therapeutic Compliance
6.9.3. Patient Education

6.10. Non-Invasive Mechanical Ventilation Combined with Other Treatments

6.10.1. NIMV and Aerosol Therapy
6.10.2. NIMV and Oxygen Therapy

6.11. Nursing Care Plan in IMV Therapy

6.11.1. NANDA Diagnosis
6.11.2. Nursing Outcomes and Interventions

Module 7. Invasive Mechanical Ventilation 

7.1. Basics of Invasive Mechanical Ventilation (IMV)

7.1.1. Definition and objectives
7.1.2. Indications and Contraindications
7.1.3. Complications

7.2. IMV Devices

7.2.1. Types of Ventilators
7.2.2. IMV Modalities
7.2.3. Phases of the Respiratory Cycle
7.2.4. Common Parameters
7.2.5. Total Breathing Substitution
7.2.6. Partial Breathing Substitution

7.3. Endotracheal Intubation

7.3.1. Orotracheal Intubation Technique
7.3.2. Care and Maintenance of Intubated Patients

7.4. Suspension of Mechanical Ventilation

7.4.1. Pulmonary Function Study to Determine Discontinuation
7.4.2. Spontaneous Breathing Test
7.4.3. Extubation
7.4.4. Tracheostomy in Cases of Extubation Failure

7.5. Nursing Care Plan in IMV Therapy

7.5.1 Specific Nursing Care in IMV
7.5.2.   NANDA Diagnosis
7.5. 3   Nursing Outcomes and Interventions

Module 8. Tracheostomized Patient

8.1. Fundamentals of Tracheostomy

8.1.1. Definition
8.1.2. Types of Tracheostomy
8.1.3. Indications and Contraindications
8.1.4. Complications

8.2. Tracheostomy Cannulae

8.2.1. Types of Cannulae
8.2.2. Cannula Components
8.2.3. Cannula Caliber Selection Criteria

8.3. Care of Tracheostomized Patients

8.3.1. Preoperative Care
8.3.2. Stoma Care
8.3.3. Cannula Cleaning
8.3.4. Changing Cannulae
8.3.5. Secretion Aspirator
8.3.6. Respiratory Therapy

8.4. Tracheostomized Patient Education

8.4.1. Inspired Air Humidification Systems
8.4.2. Phonation
8.4.3. Nutrition and Hydration
8.4.4. Prevention of Respiratory Tract Infection

8.5. Aerosol Therapy, Ventilation and Oxygen Therapy in Tracheostomized Patients

8.5.1. Aerosol Therapy
8.5.2. Oxygen Therapy
8.5.3. Mechanical Ventilation

8.6. Decannulation

8.6.1. Decannulation Procedure
8.6.2. Patient Education

8.7. Nursing Care Plan for Tracheostomized Patients

8.7.1. NANDA Diagnosis
8.7.2. Nursing Outcomes and Interventions

Module 9. Respiratory Therapies in Pediatric Patients

9.1. Pediatric Patient Anatomophysiology

9.1.1. Respiratory Apparatus Anatomy in Pediatrics
9.1.2. Respiratory System Physiology in Pediatrics

9.2. Respiratory Pathology in Pediatric Patients

9.2.1. Foreign Bodies
9.2.2. Pharyngotonsillitis
9.2.3. Laryngitis
9.2.4. Hyaline Membrane Disease
9.2.5. Childhood Asthma
9.2.6. Bronchiolitis
9.2.7. Cystic Fibrosis
9.2.8. Acute Laryngotracheobronchitis (Croup) 
9.2.9. Neurological Disorders: Cerebral Palsy in Children
9.2.10. Summary of Main Respiratory Viruses in Childhood

9.3. Respiratory Therapy in Pediatrics

9.3.1. Respiratory Therapy in Children
9.3.2. Aerosol Therapy
9.3.3. Oxygen Therapy
9.3.4. Mechanical Ventilation

9.4. Support Therapies

9.4.1. Cough Assistance
9.4.2. Secretion Aspirator
9.4.3. SmartVest
9.4.4. Bag Valve Mask (Ambu)

9.5. Counter Monitoring

9.5.1. Apnea Monitor
9.5.2. Pulse Oximetry

Module 10. Pulmonary Transplant Patient

10.1. Basics of Lung Transplantation

10.1.1. Definition and Types of Pulmonary Transplants
10.1.2. Indications
10.1.3. Risk
10.1.4. Post-Operative Expectations

10.2. Post-Transplant Monitoring

10.2.1. Respiratory Therapy in Lung Transplant Patients
10.2.2. Control of Immunosuppressive Drug Treatment
10.2.3. Pulmonary Function Maintenance
10.2.4. Stress Tolerance
10.2.5. Quality of Life Improvement and Survival

10.3. Pulmonary Function Tests

10.3.1. Nitric Oxide Synthase
10.3.2. Immunological Monitoring
10.3.3. Bronchoscopy

10.4. Nursing Care Plan for Transplant Patients

10.4.1. Assessment of Transplant Patient: Barthel Index, Modified Dyspnea Scale
10.4.2. NANDA Diagnosis
10.4.3. Nursing Outcomes and Interventions

Module 11. Health Education in Respiratory Patients

11.1. Education on One’s Own Illness

11.1.1. Basic Knowledge Concerning Disease
11.1.2. Changing Habits
11.1.3. Establishing Healthy Habits
11.1.4. Self-Care Improvement

11.2. Treatment Adherence Programs

11.2.1. Importance of Adherence to Treatment
11.2.2. Adherence Problem Detection
11.2.3. Problem Solver

11.3. Smoking Cessation Programs

11.3.1. Risks of Tobacco Use
11.3.2. Respiratory Health Benefits of Smoking Cessation

11.4. Nutritional Education

11.4.1. Importance of Adequate Food and Nutrition in Respiratory Patients
11.4.2. BMI Calculation and Weight Loss

11.5. Promoting Physical Activity

11.5.1. Benefits of Physical Activity in Respiratory Patients
11.5.2. Classification of Types of Physical Activity

11.6. Caring for the Caregiver

11.6.1. Fatigue in Dependent Patient Caregivers
11.6.2. Caregiver Training

11.7. Psychosocial Approach Programs

11.7.1. Psychosocial Management of OCD Patients
11.7.2. Psychosocial Management of Tracheostomized Patients

Module 12. Research and Innovation in Respiratory Therapy

12.1. Application of Telemedicine in Respiratory Patient Monitoring

12.1.1. Pulse Oximetry Telemonitoring
12.1.2. Role of Telemonitoring in Acute Respiratory Disorders

12.2. Application of Telemedicine in Respiratory Patient Follow-Up

12.2.1. Telemonitoring for Continued Patient Monitoring
12.2.2. Improving Therapeutic Adherence through Telemonitoring
12.2.3. Devices with Built-In Bluetooth

12.3. Gamification Adherence Improvement in Respiratory Patients

12.3.1. Gamification Definition
12.3.2. Application of Gamification in Health
12.3.3. Benefits of Gamification Therapy

12.4. Practical Tips for Conducting Research Searches

12.4.1. Online Database Information Search
12.4.2. Major Sources of Information
12.4.3. APA Guidelines for Article Submissions
12.4.4. Bibliographic Reference Styles

Module 13. Update on Coronavirus Infections

13.1. Discovery and Evolution of Coronaviruses 

13.1.1. Discovery of Coronaviruses
13.1.2. Global Trends in Coronavirus Infections

13.2. Main Microbiological characteristics and Members of the Coronavirus Family

13.2.1. General Microbiological Characteristics of Coronaviruses
13.2.2. Viral Genome 
13.2.3. Principal Virulence Factors 

13.3. Epidemiological Changes in Coronavirus Infections from its Discovery to the Present 

13.3.1. Morbidity and Mortality of Coronavirus Infections from their Emergence to the Present 

13.4. The Immune System and Coronavirus Infections  

13.4.1. Immunological Mechanisms Involved in the Immune Response to Coronaviruses 
13.4.2. Cytokine Storm in Coronavirus Infections and Immunopathology 
13.4.3. Modulation of the Immune System in Coronavirus Infections 

13.5. Pathogenesis and Pathophysiology of Coronavirus Infections  

13.5.1. Pathophysiological and Pathogenic Alterations in Coronavirus Infections 
13.5.2. Clinical Implications of the Main Pathophysiological Alterations 

13.6. Risk Groups and Transmission Mechanisms of Coronaviruses

13.6.1. Main Sociodemographic and Epidemiological Characteristics of Risk Groups Affected by Coronavirus
13.6.2. Coronavirus Mechanisms of Transmission 

13.7. Natural History of Coronavirus Infections  

13.7.1. Stages of Coronavirus Infection 

13.8. Latest Information on Microbiological Diagnosis of Coronavirus Infections  

13.8.1. Sample Collection and Shipment 
13.8.2. PCR and Sequencing 
13.8.3. Serology Testing 
13.8.4. Virus Isolation 

13.9. Current Biosafety Measures in Microbiology Laboratories for Coronavirus Sample Handling  

13.9.1. Biosafety Measures for Coronavirus Sample Handling 

13.10. Up-to-Date Management of Coronavirus Infections

13.10.1. Prevention Measures 
13.10.2. Symptomatic Treatment 
13.10.3. Antiviral and Antimicrobial Treatment in Coronavirus Infections 
13.10.4. Treatment of Severe Clinical Forms 

13.11. Future Challenges in the Prevention, Diagnosis, and Treatment of Coronavirus

13.11.1. Global Challenges for the Development of Prevention, Diagnostic, and Treatment Strategies for Coronavirus Infections

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