This professional master’s degree will allow you to incorporate state-of-the-art non-invasive respiratory support procedures into your clinical practice" 

Non-Invasive Mechanical Ventilation is a method that, as a result of continuous medical research, is increasingly used to improve the breathing of patients with various pulmonary diseases. Thanks to its popularization, the scientific community has focused its efforts on designing facial or nasal masks that enhance oxygenation effectiveness, as well as advanced ventilation modes that automatically adapt to changes in an individual's respiratory function. Since these advances help optimize the patient's recovery process, pulmonologists are obliged to have an in-depth understanding of them to ensure their professional development.  

This is why TECH has created this professional master’s degree, which offers medical professionals an excellent update on Non-Invasive Mechanical Ventilation with both adult and pediatric patients. Over 12 months of intensive study, you will delve into the latest scientific recommendations on ventilatory parameter adjustments based on each individual's characteristics and illness. You will also become familiar with the most cutting-edge technologies used in Intermediate

Respiratory Care Units or explore sophisticated tools for monitoring and evaluating patients with NIMV. All of this without the need to sacrifice your daily personal and professional responsibilities since this program is delivered in an innovative 100% online format. Likewise, it has been designed by high-caliber specialists in the field of Pulmonology who are familiar with advanced Non-Invasive Mechanical Ventilation techniques. This ensures the program's excellent academic quality and the practical applicability of the knowledge acquired in daily practice. 

Through this certificate, you will delve into the cutting-edge tools to undertake the monitoring and evaluation of patients with Non Invasive Mechanical Ventilation"    

This professional master’s degree in Non-Invasive Mechanical Ventilation 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 specialists in Pulmonology 
• The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• Practical exercises where self-assessment can be used 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  

Study from anywhere in the world and 24 hours a day thanks to the 100% online format that offers this program of updating” 

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 in this field of Pneumology through the professional experience of reference specialists in this medical area"

Throughout this certificate, you will delve into the sophisticated technologies used in Intermediate Respiratory Care Units"

TECH has designed this professional master’s degree with the idea of offering the specialist the latest scientific evidence on Non-Invasive Mechanical Ventilation. Through this program, you will delve into the cutting-edge indications and contraindications of this technique with different types of patients, as well as its peculiarities when applied to pediatric patients. This medical update will also be preserved by the following general and specific objectives.

Adopt in your daily practice the most updated knowledge on Non-Invasive Mechanical Ventilation" 

General Objectives

• Understand the importance and role of Non-Invasive Mechanical Ventilation in the treatment of acute and chronic respiratory pathologies
• Acquire knowledge of the updated indications and contraindications for the use of Non-Invasive Mechanical Ventilation, as well as the different types of devices and ventilation modes
• Develop skills and competencies in monitoring patients with Non-Invasive Mechanical Ventilation, including data interpretation and the detection and prevention of complications 
• Explore cutting-edge technologies used in the telemonitoring of patients with Non-Invasive Mechanical Ventilation and the ethical and legal aspects related to its use
• Delve into the key differences in Non-Invasive Mechanical Ventilation in Pediatrics
• Delve your understanding of the ethical aspects related to the management of patients requiring NIV

Specific Objectives

Module 1. Ventilatory Mechanics  

• Gain in-depth knowledge of respiratory control mechanisms and blood pH regulation, as well as ventilatory responses in situations of hypoxia, hypercapnia, and acidosis, and the interaction between the respiratory system and the central nervous system 
• Delve into the forces acting on the lungs during ventilation and the relationship between respiratory mechanics and respiratory muscle effort 
• Explore different lung volumes and capacities, their alterations in respiratory diseases, and the interpretation of spirometric values and their limitations 
• Understand the concept of compliance and resistance of the respiratory system, including measurement and influencing factors, as well as alterations in respiratory diseases 
• Deepen your understanding of ventilation-perfusion relationships, advanced methods for detecting abnormalities in respiratory diseases, and therapeutic strategies to improve these relationships  

Module 2. Non-Invasive Mechanical Ventilation and Adjustment of Ventilatory Parameters in Non-Invasive Mechanical Ventilation 

• Define and clarify the terminology and basic concepts of NIMV
• Describe the different ventilation modes used in NIMV, including spontaneous, assisted, and controlled modes
• Identify the different types of interfaces used in NIMV, explaining their selection and adjustment
• Explore the various alarms and patient safety measures in NIMV
• Identify suitable patients for NIMV and explain parameter initiation and adjustment strategies based on patient progress

Module 3. Intermediate Respiratory Care Units (IRCU) 

• Analyze the role of IRCUs in the care and treatment of critically ill patients
• Gain in-depth knowledge of IRCU structure and design, coordination and collaboration mechanisms between different services
• Identify types of equipment and technologies available in IRCUs, along with their advantages and disadvantages
• Recognize the latest trends and advances in technology used in IRCUs
• Deepen understanding of prognostic scales used in NIMV
• Explore respiratory, cardiovascular, neurological, gastrointestinal, dermatological, and psychological complications in NIMV and learn about updated protocols for managing them

Module 4. Non-Invasive Respiratory Support Techniques 

• Understand the principles and mechanics of continuous positive pressure in the airway, positive pressure in the airway, pressure support ventilation, volume-controlled ventilation, and high-flow nasal cannula (HFNC) 
• Identify the indications for using each of these ventilation modalities and know how to adjust the necessary parameters
• Compare different ventilation modalities to choose the most suitable one for each patient
• Gain in-depth knowledge of the utility of high-frequency ventilation and other innovative ventilation modes

Module 5. Beyond Non-Invasive Ventilation in an IRCU Highly Specialized Concepts 

• Describe the criteria for performing tracheostomy in patients with prolonged invasive mechanical ventilation  
• Identify cutting-edge techniques used in weaning from invasive mechanical ventilation through tracheostomy 
• Analyze the utility of non-invasive respiratory support in the removal of orotracheal intubation 
• Delve into the identification of abnormal respiratory patterns, monitoring of the effectiveness of respiratory support, and the interpretation of respiratory complications associated with NIV 
• Understand the objectives and benefits of respiratory physiotherapy in IRCUs 
• Deepen your knowledge of inotropes, vasodilators, and the management of hypotension with fluid therapy  

Module 6. Non-Invasive Mechanical Ventilation in Specific Pathologies 

• Describe the indications and contraindications of Non-Invasive Mechanical Ventilation (NIV) in various pathologies such as COPD, Heart Failure, ARDS, or Epidemic Infectious Diseases, among others  
• Analyze the selection and adjustment of ventilatory parameters for NIMV in each specific pathology 
• Evaluate the effectiveness of NIMV in each specific pathology 
• Delve into the latest scientific evidence on NIMV management in Epidemic Infectious Diseases  
• Understand the complications associated with the use of NIMV in obese patients and strategies for prevention and treatment 

Module 7. Care in Non-Invasive Mechanical Ventilation 

• Monitor the patient's vital signs and adjust monitoring as needed 
• Monitor patient oxygenation and ventilation and adjust mechanical ventilation according to patient needs 
• Evaluate and manage respiratory secretions to prevent aspiration 
• Develop an individualized care plan for patients on Non-Invasive Mechanical Ventilation 

Module 8. Non-Invasive Mechanical Ventilation in Pediatrics  

• Understand the physiological and anatomical differences between pediatric and adult patients in terms of Non-Invasive Mechanical Ventilation 
• Know the indications and contraindications of Non-Invasive Mechanical Ventilation in Pediatrics 
• Properly adjust Non-Invasive Mechanical Ventilation in Pediatrics based on individual patient needs 
• Deepen your knowledge of updated monitoring and adjustment techniques for Non-Invasive Mechanical Ventilation in Pediatrics 
• Manage the main pediatric respiratory pathologies that require Non-Invasive Mechanical Ventilation based on the latest scientific evidence 

Module 9. Ethics, Innovation, and Research 

• Understand ethical principles in the use of NIMV, as well as relevant regulations and legal considerations, and the civil and criminal liability of healthcare professionals 
• Gain in-depth knowledge of ethical and legal considerations in decision-making for patients with limited decision-making capacity and patients at the end of life 
• Explore new technologies in mechanical ventilation, NIMV in sleep apnea, and home NIMV
• Deepen your understanding of the latest research in NIMV management 

Module 10. Monitoring in Chronic Home NIMV 

• Understand recent indications for the use of NIMV in chronic home patients 
• Explore telemonitoring as a tool for monitoring and evaluating patients on NIMV 
• Identify updated strategies for the prevention and management of anxiety and depression in patients on NIMV 
• Explore opportunities and challenges of teleeducation and teletraining in NIMV

With this program, learn about the latest scientific evidence on the indications and contraindications of Non-Invasive Mechanical Ventilation in different types of patients"