Perfect your clinical practice in NPWT for the management of grafts through the most innovative techniques of local blood perfusion included in this Postgraduate certificate”

Nursing, like all clinical disciplines, is constantly updating concepts. Within it, the field of wound care routinely implements pharmacological and non-pharmacological novelties and strategies for a more effective cure and a more efficient positive evolution of the patient. Among them, Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT) has become a leading technique, especially for the great results it provides in the stimulation of granulation tissue and in preventing the entry of pathogenic contaminants into the lesion.

As a sign of TECH Global University's great commitment to this profession, the present Postgraduate certificate in Graft Management has arisen. Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (-) for Nursing, an innovative and comprehensive degree whose objective is to collect the latest clinical developments in this field in 180 hours of 100% online study. It is a program designed by the best nursing professionals, specialized in the application of NPWT, who have worked exhaustively to create a Postgraduate Certificate of the highest level. Therefore, graduates will be able to update in their application, as well as in patient care during therapy, in the best strategies to manage complications and in the most effective advice for the implementation of this technique in geriatric and pediatric patients.

All this in less than 6 weeks of 100% online academic experience, in which nurses will be able to design their own study schedule, without predefined schedules or face-to-face classes, providing flexibility and the option of accessing the Campus from wherever, whenever and through any device with Internet connection. In addition, within the 180 hours of content, complementary multidisciplinary material is included: videos, images, diagrams, dynamic summaries, research articles, etc., which will allow them to delve into the most interesting concepts and expand each section in a completely personalized way. .

Delve into the latest developments of the most efficient and effective materials in graft management and expand your knowledge of their clinical applications”

This Postgraduate certificate in Graft Management. Negative Pressure Wound Therapy(-) 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 Wound Care for Nursing
• 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 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 

Get up to date on the indications and contraindications of NPWT through 180 hours of the best theoretical, practical and additional content”

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.

A program that includes the latest developments in graft NPWT follow-up protocols in a dynamic way"

You will be able to perfect your skills in pain management during NPWT with the most innovative pharmacological and non-pharmacological strategies"

The syllabus of this program has been designed by the teaching team following TECH's guidelines of excellence and including all the necessary information to master the latest developments in NPWT in the management of grafts in less than 6 weeks. In addition, the Postgraduate certificate includes complementary multidisciplinary material, adding dynamism to the academic experience. All this compacted in a convenient 100% online format that will allow the nursing professional to make the most of every minute and get the most out of a top level degree.

Hone your skills in maintaining comfort and mobility with the advice of experts versed in NPWT”

Module 1. Graft Management Negative Pressure (-) Wound Therapy for Nursing

1.1. Grafts for Nursing

1.1.1. Graft Types and Uses
1.1.2. Materials used in Grafts
1.1.3. Clinical Applications

1.2. Graft Therapy Indications and Contraindications

1.2.1. Medical Conditions Suitable for Therapy
1.2.2. Inappropriate Negative Pressure Therapy Situations
1.2.3. Ethical Considerations

1.3. Application of Negative Pressure Therapy in Grafts

1.3.1. Preparation of the Graft Bed
1.3.2. Negative Pressure Dressing Placement
1.3.3. Follow-Up Protocols

1.4. Patient Care during Negative Pressure Therapy

1.4.1. Daily Care Instructions
1.4.2. Maintenance of Comfort and Mobility
1.4.3. Prevention and Management of Complications

1.5. Pain Management during Negative Pressure Therapy

1.5.1. Pain Assessment and Control
1.5.2. Pharmacologic and Non-Pharmacologic Strategies
1.5.3. Communication with the Patient about Expectations

1.6. Complications and Troubleshooting in Negative Pressure Therapy

1.6.1. Early Identification of Complications
1.6.2. Steps to Address Common Problems
1.6.3. Interdisciplinary Collaboration

1.7. Nutrition and Negative Pressure Therapy

1.7.1. Importance of Nutrition in the Healing Process
1.7.2. Dietary Recommendations
1.7.3. Role of the Nutrition Team

1.8. Negative Pressure Therapy in Geriatric and Pediatric Patients

1.8.1. Considerations in Elderly Patients
1.8.2. Adaptations for Pediatric Patients
1.8.3. Involvement of Family Members and Caregivers

1.9. Patient Education on Negative Pressure Therapy

1.9.1. Development of Educational Materials
1.9.2. One-on-One Teaching Sessions
1.9.3. Evaluation of Comprehension and Adherence

1.10. Advances in Drug Therapy

1.10.1. New Technologies and Devices
1.10.2. Research in Emerging Areas
1.10.3. Future Impact on Clinical Practice

A program that will bring you up to speed on family and caregiver engagement and elevate your nursing practice to the highest level”