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Care of Heart & Lung Transplant patient

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Overview

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The heart and lung transplant course will provide a comprehensive overview of the complex surgical procedure involved in replacing a patient's failing heart and lungs with a donor organ. This course covers key aspects like patient selection, surgical techniques, immunosuppression management, potential complications, and long-term care strategies. This course focuses on the latest advancements in the field to optimize patient outcomes for individuals with end-stage cardiopulmonary disease.

Intended audience

Heart and Lung Transplant Nurse

Prerequisites

  • Diploma in Nursing, B.Sc. Nursing

Assessment & certification

  • Assessment fee: Included — no extra fee
  • Assessment mode: Online
  • Assessment type: MCQ
  • Assessment provider: Kauvery Hospital
  • Certificate provider: Heart and Lung Transplant Nurse

Syllabus

  • Week 1: Pre-transplant Workup
  • Week 2: Post operative care of heart and lung transplant- Immediate & Late
  • Week 3: Home care for heart and lung transplant patient
  • Week 4: Prepardness/prevention- best practices
  • Week 5: Line safety
  • Week 6: Disinfection to perfection- Surface to equipment
  • Week 7: Minimizing miniature germ factories
  • Week 8: Mobilization of utilities

Taught by

Multiple Nursing professionals with 10 plus years of experience in providing Nursing care

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