You will handle advanced monitoring techniques and perform effective interventions to prevent complications in Immobilized Critical Patients, thanks to this 100% online Postgraduate certificate”

During their passage through Intensive Care Units, it is vital that immobilized users enjoy adequate nutrition to maintain optimal immune function. In this regard, nurses play a key role in performing initial patient assessments and providing nutrition according to established health protocols. Likewise, during these procedures, these professionals carry out continuous monitoring of the individuals in order to evaluate their response to the different sustenances. In this line, the Nursing staff has the task of taking measures aimed at both prevention and management of complications related to enteral or parenteral nutrition, being an example the electrolyte imbalance.

Within this framework, TECH is developing an innovative Postgraduate certificate in Monitoring the Immobilized Critically Ill Patient for Nursing. The academic itinerary will provide graduates with modern techniques aimed at nutrition processes (including the gastric button). In line with this, the syllabus will delve into the follow-up of the critically ill adult with pain and the most appropriate pharmacological treatment to reduce it. This will enable nurses to implement personalized care plans for critical users, promoting early mobilization and providing comprehensive support during recovery. In addition, the didactic materials will also delve into aspects such as fecal catheterization, patient mobility management with lifts or isometric exercises to improve blood circulation.

The methodology of this program reinforces its innovative character. TECH offers a 100% online educational environment, adapted to the needs of professionals who want to advance in their careers. It also employs the Relearning methodology, based on the repetition of key concepts to fix knowledge. In this way, the combination of flexibility and a robust pedagogical approach makes it highly accessible. In addition, nurses will have access to a didactic library with a variety of multimedia resources in different formats such as interactive summaries, explanatory videos and infographics. 

The high demand for nurses specializing in Monitoring the Immobilized Critically Ill Patient makes this program a safe bet, with a constantly growing market full of opportunities”

This Postgraduate certificate in Monitoring the Immobilized Critically Ill Patient for Nursing contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features include:

• The development of case studies presented by experts in Advanced Life Support and Monitoring in the Critically Ill Patient
• The graphic, schematic and eminently practical contents with which it is conceived gather scientific and practical information on those disciplines that are indispensable 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

You will delve into the use of inhaled drugs, to verify patients' response to treatments and make modifications where necessary”

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 course. For this purpose, students will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.

You will provide highly individualized care focused on patients' needs, promoting both their autonomy and well-being"

You will enjoy the multiple benefits of TECH's Relearning methodology, including the customization of your schedule and pace of study"

With a theoretical-practical approach, this university program will provide graduates with a deep understanding of the pathophysiology of the conditions that may lead to immobilization of the critically ill patient. The syllabus will deepen in the correct approach to critical user cases with sedation, non-percutaneous circulatory support or elimination alterations. Therefore, nurses will develop clinical competencies to assess and monitor the vital function of immobilized individuals. Likewise, the syllabus will provide the keys for professionals to perform specific procedures such as medication administration, secretion aspiration and management of assistive devices.

You will update your knowledge through real cases and resolution of complex situations in simulated learning environments”

Module 1. Monitoring of the Adult Critical Patient with Circulatory, Nutritional, Analgesic and Relaxation, Mobilization and Elimination Alterations for Nursing 

1.1  Monitoring of the Adult Critically Ill Patient with Percutaneous Circulatory Support for Nursing

1.1.1. Intra-Aortic Balloon Counterpulsation Balloon (IABP) Carrier
1.1.2. Impella CP Carrier
1.1.3. VA ECMO Carrier

1.2 Monitoring of the Adult Critically Ill Patient with Non-Percutaneous Circulatory Support for Nursing

1.2.1. HeartMate Carrier
1.2.2. Impella 5.0 Carrier
1.2.3. Levitronix Carrier
1.2.4 Berlin-Heart Exco Carrier

1.3  Monitoring of the Critically Ill Adult Patient during Nutrition for Nursing

1.3.1. Parenteral and Enteral Feeding
1.3.2. Monitoring of Feeding: Biochemical Tests, Skin Assessment
1.3.3. Care and Management of Parenteral, Enteral, Gastric Button Nutrition

1.4  Monitoring of the Adult Critically Ill Patient with Pain for Nursing Care

1.4.1. Pain Monitoring
1.4.2. Pharmacological Treatment
1.4.3. Non-Pharmacological Treatment

1.5  Monitoring of the Critically Ill Patient with Sedation and/or Muscle Relaxation for Nursing

1.5.1. Monitoring of Sedation and Muscle Relaxation
1.5.2. Sedation and Muscle Relaxation Treatment
1.5.3. Recommendations to Avoid Adverse Effects

1.6  Use of Inhaled Drugs in Nursing

1.6.1. Frequent Medication
1.6.2. Types of Devices and Indications
1.6.3. Advantages and Disadvantages

1.7  Monitoring of the Critically Ill Adult Patient related to Mobility for Nursing

1.7.1. Early Mobilization
1.7.2. Isometric and Isotonic Exercises
1.7.3. Monitoring of the Evolution

1.8  Monitoring of the Critically Ill Adult Patient Related to Immobility for Nursing

1.8.1. Management of the Bedridden Patient
1.8.2. Prone Position Management
1.8.3. Management of the Patient's Mobility with Lifts

1.9  Monitoring of the Critically Ill Adult Patient Related to Elimination Disorders for Nursing: Water Balance, Renal Replacement Treatments and Therapies 

1.9.1. Monitoring: Water Balance
1.9.2. Monitoring of Pharmacological Treatment
1.9.3  Monitoring with Renal Replacement Therapy Use

1.10  Monitoring of the Critically Ill Adult Patient Related to Elimination Disorders for Nursing: Fecal Catheterization

1.10.1. Indications for Fecal Catheterization
1.10.2. Flexi-Seal Management and Monitoring
1.10.3. Maintenance Care

You will be able to download all the contents of this university program, such as multimedia material or specialized readings, even after you have completed it. Enroll now!”