In this program you will have access to the latest developments in electrophysiological differential diagnosis of narrow QRS supraventricular tachycardias” 

The updating of concepts and techniques in the healthcare field is so demanding that nursing professionals are constantly recycling their knowledge. The minimally invasive procedures that characterize Interventional Cardiology contemplate the progressive incorporation of new techniques and instruments that optimize the daily results of the interventions performed by hemodynamicists. 

Due to the increase in clinical cases with these diseases, health systems must be up to the task and address the growing complexities based on the latest scientific postulates. Nurses who are committed to updating their knowledge in the area of cardiology and with this program in particular, will be able to internalize the most up-to-date concepts that revolve around the main cardiovascular diseases, among which diseases of the myocardium and pericardium stand out. 

With this Postgraduate diploma in Interventional Cardiology Nursing, taught in virtual classroom modality, nursing professionals will be able to delve into very specific features on the latest research in arrhythmias and cardiac electrophysiology. As it is an online program, the compatibility with work and family life is perfect. All multimedia material, self-knowledge exercises and complementary readings will be available to nurses at any time of the day and any day of the week. 

You will have access from anywhere, to a library of theoretical and practical content, created by specialists in Interventional Cardiology” 

This Postgraduate diploma in Interventional Cardiology 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 Interventional Cardiology 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 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 continue to hone your skills in the classification of syncope and its strategies for initial diagnosis in patients with transient loss of consciousness" 

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the sector 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. 

The design of this program focuses on Problem-Based Learning, by means of which professionals must try to solve the different professional practice situations that are presented to them throughout the program. For this purpose, the student will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts. 

Delve into the study of sinus node function in the electrophysiology laboratory, and discover the latest techniques in Sinus Node Ablation"

You will get an up-to-date view on the pathophysiology of atherosclerosis and its characteristics of coronary lesions"

The Postgraduate diploma in Interventional Cardiology Nursing is made up of 3 modules that will be taught progressively throughout the 6 months of the program. The syllabus provides nurses with a global and specialized vision of the latest techniques, non-invasive or minimally invasive, in diagnostic and treatment procedures in patients with cardiological diseases. TECH is committed to the Relearning study method, which guarantees its effectiveness thanks to the acquisition of knowledge by repeating the concepts in the different contexts that take place throughout the program.

TECH's educational methodology is based on Relearning, thanks to this technique, nurses will improve their skills in an organic and progressive way”

Module 1. Cardiac Arrhythmias and Electrophysiology

1.1. Bradyarrhythmias

1.1.1. Study of Sinus Function in the Electrophysiology Laboratory. Sinus Node Ablation
1.1.2. Electrophysiology of Atrioventricular Conduction. AV Node Radiofrequency Ablation

1.2. Supraventricular Tachycardias I

1.2.1. Electrophysiological Differential Diagnosis of Narrow QRS Complex Supraventricular Tachycardias
1.2.2. Intranodal Reentrant Tachycardia
1.2.3. Accessory Pathways: Classification and/or Electrocardiographic Identification
1.2.4. Accessory Pathways Ablation
1.2.5. Atrial tachycardia

1.3. Supraventricular Tachycardias II

1.3.1. Atrial Flutter
1.3.2. Atrial Fibrillation

1.4. Ventricular Tachycardias (VT)

1.4.1. Differential Diagnosis of Wide QRS Complex Tachycardia
1.4.2. VT in Ischemic Heart Disease. Invasive Treatment
1.4.3. VT in Non-Ischemic Heart Disease
1.4.4. VT without Structural Heart Disease

1.5. Extrasystoles. Antiarrhythmic Drugs
1.6. Syncope

1.6.1. Classification
1.6.2. Initial Diagnostic Strategy in Patients with Transient Loss of Consciousness
1.6.3. Tests Aimed at Diagnosing an Arrhythmic Etiology of Syncope
1.6.4. Patient Strategy with Syncope of Unknown Etiology

1.7. Non-Invasive Tests in Electrophysiology

1.7.1. Tilt Table Test
1.7.2. Ambulatory Electrocardiogram Monitoring

1.8. Electrophysiology Devices. Device Implantation Techniques

1.8.1. Pacemaker

1.8.1.1. Implant Indications, Types and Programming
1.8.1.2. Components of a Cardiac Pacing System
1.8.1.3. Pacing Modes, Letter Code
1.8.1.4. Selection of the Stimulation Mode, Programmable Parameters
1.8.1.5. Monitoring a Patient with a Pacemaker. Complications
1.8.1.6. Questions and Tests
1.8.1.7. Frequency of Monitoring
1.8.1.8. Remote Transtelephonic Monitoring

1.8.2. Implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillator (IAD)

1.8.2.1. Implant Indications, Types and Programming
1.8.2.2. Types of ICDs: Choosing Devices
1.8.2.3. Programming of ICDs
1.8.2.4. ICD Patient Monitoring
1.8.2.5. Recommendations for ICD Patients
1.8.2.6. Complications in Patients with ICDs

1.8.3. Cardiac Resynchronization

1.8.3.1. Indications for Implantation, Types and Device Programming
1.8.3.2. Monitoring a Patient with a Resynchronizer
1.8.3.3. Pre-Discharge Management
1.8.3.4. Post-Discharge and Long-Term Monitoring

1.9. Arrhythmias and Sport. Sudden Death

1.9.1. Cardiovascular Adaptations to Exercise
1.9.2. Sudden Death in Athletes
1.9.3. Recommendations on Recreational and Competitive Sports Practice in Cardiopathic Patients
1.9.4. Pediatric Arrhythmias

1.10. The Nurse, a Key Figure in Arrhythmia Units

1.10.1. Scope of Action in Arrhythmia Units

Module 2. Coronary Artery Disease. Hemodynamics

2.1. Pathophysiology of Atherosclerosis

2.1.1. Characteristics of Coronary Arterial Lesions

2.2. Stable Angina
2.3. Acute Coronary Syndrome: With and without ST Elevation

2.3.1. Non-ST Segment Elevation ACS
2.3.2. ST Segment Elevation ACS

2.4. Treatment of Coronary Heart Disease
2.5. Right Heart Catheterization
2.6. Percutaneous Interventions in Structural Heart Disease

2.6.1. Percutaneous Aortic Valve Interventions: Aortic Valvuloplasty + TAVI Implantation
2.6.2. Percutaneous Mitral Valve Interventions

2.7. Drugs Associated with Coronary Interventionism
2.8. Vascular Access Routes
2.9. Hemostasis Methods
2.10. Nursing Care for Patients Undergoing Catheterization

Module 3. Acute Cardiac Care

3.1. Initial Management of Patients with Suspected ACS

3.1.1. Patients with Non ST-Elevation Acute Coronary Syndrome
3.1.2. Diagnosis, Risk Stratification and Treatment
3.1.2. Prevention and Management of Complications
3.1.4. Lipid-Lowering Drugs and Other Secondary Prevention Measures
3.1.5. Initial Management of Patients with Non ST-Elevation Acute Coronary Syndrome
3.1.6. Diagnosis, Risk Stratification and Treatment
3.1.7. Prevention and Management of Complications
3.1.8. Antithrombotic Drugs for ACS

3.2. Heart Failure and Pulmonary Edema

3.2.1. Decompensation of Congenital Heart Disease
3.2.2. Pharmacological Treatment of Acute Heart Failure
3.2.3. Non-Invasive and Invasive Ventilation

3.3. Cardiogenic Shock

3.3.1. Hemodynamic Monitoring
3.3.2. Mechanical Circulatory Support

3.4. Cardiac Arrest

3.4.1. Initial Management of Cardiac Arrest
3.4.2. Neurological Protection and Prognostic Assessment

3.5. Arrhythmias

3.5.1. Atrial Fibrillation and Supraventricular Tachyarrhythmias
3.5.2. Ventricular Tachyarrhythmias and ICD Dysfunction
3.5.3. Bradyarrhythmias Pacemaker Implantation. Pacemaker Malfunction

3.6. Acute Vascular, Myocardial, Pericardial, and Valvular Syndromes

3.6.1. Acute Aortic Syndromes
3.6.2. Pulmonary Embolism
3.6.3. Acute Pericarditis, Myocarditis, Stress-Induced Cardiomyopathy (Takotsubo Syndrome)
3.6.4. Severe Pericardial Effusion. Cardiac Tamponade. Pericardiocentesis
3.6.5. Acute Infectious and Non-Infectious Valvular Disease

3.7. General Principles of Cardiovascular Critical Care

3.7.1. Prophylaxis, Nutrition, End-of-Life Support
3.7.2. Postoperative Care after Cardiac Surgery
3.7.3. Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
3.7.4. Acute Renal Failure and Renal Support Therapy

3.8. Diabetes Management

3.8.1. Blood Glucose Disorders
3.8.2. Electrolyte and Acid-Base Balance Disorders
3.8.3. Bleeding, Anemia and Blood Transfusion
3.8.4. Infectious Complications in Cardiac Intensive Care

3.9. Nursing Care in the Different Techniques and Procedures Performed in the Coronary Unit

3.9.1. Nursing Care for Vascular Cannulation
3.9.2. Orotracheal Intubation and Tracheotomy

3.10. Accompanying the Terminally Ill Patient in the Coronary Unit

Take the step to get up to date on the latest developments in Interventional Cardiology Nursing"