Neurological and Psychiatric Emergencies and Basic Pharmacology in the Outpatient Setting for Nursing

Through this Postgraduate certificate based on Relearning, you will control acute symptoms such as seizures or extreme agitation through the administration of antiepileptic drugs and advanced sedatives”

According to a recent report by the World Health Organization, approximately 703,000 people take their own lives every year, which corresponds to one death every 40 seconds. Faced with this situation, the entity urges Nursing professionals to prepare themselves in a comprehensive manner to address these complex scenarios and act quickly in the face of possible Autolytic Attempts. In this regard, experts need to stay at the forefront of the most sophisticated drugs to reduce the symptoms of severe conditions such as Anxiety Crises, Neuroleptic Malignant Syndromes or Psychopathologies.

For this reason, TECH presents an innovative Postgraduate certificate in Neurological and Psychiatric Emergencies and Basic Pharmacology in the Outpatient Setting for Nursing. The academic itinerary will delve into the most effective procedures to measure the state of agitation of individuals, which will allow graduates to identify signs of acute emotional crises such as Psychotic Disorders, Acute Alcoholic Pathologies or Psychomotor Agitation. In turn, the syllabus will provide the keys to carry out therapeutic methods such as real-time monitoring of vital signs and additional neurological tests to obtain more information about the patient's condition. In this way, nurses will develop advanced clinical skills that will contribute to optimal stabilization of users.

As for the program's methodology, it is based on a 100% online format, allowing professionals to set their own schedules and pace of study. Along the same lines, all nurses will need is an electronic device with Internet connection (such as a cell phone, computer or tablet) to access the Virtual Campus. There they will find a variety of multimedia resources such as case studies, explanatory videos or interactive summaries, which will allow graduates to enjoy a dynamic academic experience, and TECH uses its revolutionary Relearning method, consisting of the reiteration of the most important content to ensure a progressive and natural learning process.

Experience a remarkable quality leap in your professional career as a Nurse implementing the most sophisticated methodologies to manage critical patients with Psychopathologies”

This Postgraduate certificate in Neurological and Psychiatric Emergencies and Basic Pharmacology in the Outpatient Setting for Nursing 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 Emergencies and Medical Emergencies in the outpatient setting
• 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 different routes of Drug Administration, which will allow you to personalize treatments according to the clinical history and the specific needs of the users”

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. 

Do you want to incorporate into your practice the most innovative diagnostic techniques to measure the level of consciousness of patients? Get it with this study plan in just 120 hours"

Position yourself in the job market with an online university program that adapts to your needs and allows for immersive learning"

Through this university program, nurses will have a solid understanding of the approach to the most common neurological and psychiatric emergencies in the Outpatient Setting. To this end, the syllabus will delve into advanced techniques to carry out accurate diagnostic evaluations. Therefore, graduates will recognize signs of severe conditions ranging from Intracranial Hypertension or Status Epilepticus to Acute Alcoholic Pathology. In this regard, the study plan will offer a variety of therapeutic procedures to stabilize patients and help them reduce their level of Anxiety (such as drug delivery).

You will be highly qualified to handle situations of high emotional intensity in a calm and effective way, among which are the Autolytic Attempts”

Module 1. Neurological Emergencies

1.1. Neurological Assessment of a Critically Ill Patient
1.2. Vascular Disorders, Ictus Code
1.3. Alterations in the Level of Consciousness
1.4. Intracranial Hypertension
1.5. Central Nervous System Infections
1.6. Seizures and Status Epilepticus
1.7. Headaches
1.8. Vertiginous Syndrome (Vertigo)

Module 2. Psychiatric Emergencies

2.1. Psychopathologies
2.2. Psychomotor Agitation
2.3. Acute Alcoholic Disease
2.4. Self-Harm Attempt
2.5. Anxiety Attack
2.6. Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome 

Module 3. Emergency Pharmacology

3.1. Basic Concepts
3.2. Drug Administration Routes in Accidents and Emergencies
3.3. Drug Administration Safety
3.4. Fluid Therapy
3.5. Most Common Drugs Used in Accident and Emergency Care
3.6. Formulas and Dosage Calculation

An academic pathway designed to significantly increase the quality of your care for patients with neurological and psychiatric emergencies in the Outpatient Setting. Enroll now!”