Li-019509 MWHC Basic Mechanical Ventilation Course
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Type
Live

Credit
No
Description
This course is designed to prepare medical-surgical and cardiac nurses to provide proficient nursing ... show more
This course is designed to prepare medical-surgical and cardiac nurses to provide proficient nursing care to mechanically ventilated trached patients in non-critical care units. The didactic portion includes a SiTEL module, and basic concepts of management and troubleshooting alarms of a Mechanical Ventilator. Simulation includes hands-on practice on tracheostomy care/suctioning and responding to clinical emergencies in mechanically ventilated patients.
show lessObjectives
- Demonstrate Tracheostomy care and suctioning.
- Identify functions and modes of a mechanical ventilator.
- Troubleshoot common ventilator alarms.
- Understand principles of ABG interpretation.
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Fees
Free
Activity Director
Hannah Walthall
Activity Coordinators
Hannah Walthall
Organization
MedStar Washington Hospital Center