OPENPediatrics Courses

Distraction for Pediatric Painful Procedures

Dr. Hanrahan discusses research on distraction techniques for pediatric painful procedures, exploring tools to predict distress, impact on clinical practice, and strategies for engaging parents in comforting children during medical tests.

• YouTube
• 24 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Utilizing Mindfulness as a Stress Reduction Tool

Explore mindfulness techniques and Reiki for stress reduction in healthcare settings, learning practical methods to benefit both nurses and patients.

• YouTube
• 25 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Non-Transplant Options in Pediatric Acute Liver Failure

Dr. Akash Deep discusses management strategies and emerging trends for pediatric acute liver failure, focusing on non-transplant options, toxicity management, and future treatment pathways.

• YouTube
• 24 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Prevalence of Acute Critical Neurological Disease in Children by Dr. Ericka Fink

Dr. Ericka Fink discusses epidemiologic insights from the PANGEA pediatric neurocritical care research network, sharing methodology, findings, challenges in resource-limited settings, and future research directions.

• YouTube
• 26 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Results of Hypertonic Saline or Mannitol Clinical Trial for Treatment of Children with Severe TBI

Explore key findings of the ADAPT trial comparing hypertonic saline and mannitol for pediatric severe TBI, discussing study design, outcomes, and potential impact on treatment strategies.

• YouTube
• 29 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Sleep Deprivation in the ICU

Explore the impact of sleep deprivation on healthcare providers, including effects on alertness, performance, and patient safety. Learn about policies and future steps to address this critical issue.

• YouTube
• 33 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Management of Diabetic Ketoacidosis

Comprehensive guide on managing diabetic ketoacidosis in pediatric patients, covering initial assessment, fluid therapy, insulin administration, patient monitoring, and treatment adjustments.

• YouTube
• 29 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Emerging Trends in Research - Journal Prioritization

Explore journal prioritization in pediatric critical care research, gaining insights on emerging trends and understanding how to stay updated with key publications in the field.

• YouTube
• 25 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Cerebral Oximetry by Dr. Barry Kussman for OPENPediatrics

Explore cerebral oximetry in pediatrics: principles, applications, and limitations. Learn from Dr. Kussman about this vital monitoring technique for critically ill children.

• YouTube
• 36 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Palliative Pain and Symptom Management

Comprehensive guide to assessing and managing pain and other symptoms in palliative care, covering assessment techniques, treatment options, and practical case examples for healthcare professionals.

• YouTube
• 49 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Emerging Trends in Research - Clinical Research Concepts

Explore emerging trends in clinical research, forecast future topics, and gain insights on improving manuscript submissions for increased publication chances in pediatric critical care.

• YouTube
• 23 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Hemoptysis - Overview and Management

Comprehensive overview of hemoptysis, covering definition, diagnosis, physical examination, lab studies, and treatment options. Equips healthcare providers with essential knowledge for managing this condition.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Tribute to Dr. Aldo Castañeda - History of Medicine Series: Cardiac Surgery

Explore the evolution of cardiac surgery through Dr. Castañeda's journey, from pioneering techniques to global impact. Gain insights on career paths, key developments, and advice for aspiring physicians.

• YouTube
• 54 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Challenges in Mechanical Ventilation - Patient-Ventilator Synchrony

Dr. Kacmarek explores patient-ventilator synchrony, covering types of asynchrony, effects of ventilation modes, and clinical significance. Gain insights into improving respiratory care outcomes.

• YouTube
• 45 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Characteristics and Outcomes of U.S. Children and Adolescents with MIS-C by Dr. Adrienne Randolph

Dr. Randolph discusses epidemiology, clinical characteristics, and outcomes of pediatric Severe Acute COVID-19 and MIS-C, providing insights to distinguish between these conditions for timely and effective therapies.

• YouTube
• 25 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video