ECMO : In Hospital and Transport

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Free
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Udemy
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Language

English
Start Date

2022-10-11
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Instructor

Jennifer Vieira

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4.7

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This course is designed to equip critical care nurses, paramedics, and physicians with the knowledge and skills to safely and effectively care for ECMO patients. It covers the basic physiology of the ECMO system, common emergencies, and how to intervene with limited resources, especially in transport. Students will learn about the differences between venovenous and venoarterial ECMO, common indications for each, and the physiology of both configurations. They will also gain an understanding of traditional monitoring techniques, preparation for emergencies, and the importance of knowing if a patient is a candidate for ECMO support prior to making the decision. With this course, students will be able to provide the best possible care for ECMO patients.

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Updated in [July 25th, 2023]

This course provides critical care nurses, paramedics, and physicians with an understanding of the basic physiology of the ECMO system. It also covers the most common emergencies and how to intervene with limited resources, particularly in transport. Students will learn about the differences between venovenous and venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), common indications for each, and the physiology of both configurations. Additionally, they will gain an understanding of the importance of preparation for emergencies, as decompensation can be rapid and masked until death occurs. Finally, they will learn how to determine if a patient is a candidate for ECMO support prior to making the decision.

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Emergencies and Complications

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