OPENPediatrics Courses

Improving Outcomes - Lessons Learned from Pediatric Sepsis

Dr. Shanley shares insights on improving pediatric sepsis outcomes, analyzing PICU experiences and strategies for clinical challenges. He explores sepsis epidemiology, shock types, and innovative research methodologies in pediatric critical care.

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

Veno-Occlusive Disease by Steven Margossian for OPENPediatrics

Comprehensive overview of veno-occlusive disease post-stem cell transplant, covering pathophysiology, diagnosis, prevention, and management strategies for healthcare professionals.

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

Concussion Management

Comprehensive guide on concussion management, covering symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and recovery strategies for healthcare providers caring for children with brain injuries.

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

Pediatric Intensive Care - Past, Present and Future

Explore the evolution of pediatric intensive care, from its origins to future trends, with insights from a pioneering expert in the field. Gain valuable perspectives on innovations, challenges, and opportunities in this critical medical specialty.

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

Ethical Controversies in Genetic Testing

Explore ethical dilemmas in pediatric genetic testing, including best interest standards, predictive testing, and newborn screenings. Gain insights into complex decision-making processes for children's healthcare.

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

Rwandan National Neonatal Protocol - Stabilization

Comprehensive guide on stabilizing high-risk newborns, covering assessment, hypothermia prevention, infection control, and critical care techniques for healthcare providers in various resource settings.

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

Social Justice Physician Responsibility and Resource Allocation

Explore ethical challenges in ICU resource allocation for adults and children, examining principles of utility, justice, and respect for persons in critical care decision-making.

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

Sedating the Intubated Patient

Comprehensive guide on sedating intubated patients, covering principles, medications, extubation, and withdrawal. Ideal for healthcare professionals seeking to enhance patient comfort and care in critical settings.

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

Intensive Care Management of Respiratory Failure and Refractory Shock

Comprehensive guide on managing respiratory failure and refractory shock in pediatric ICU, featuring expert insights on treatment strategies, diagnostic tools, and ECMO use for critically ill infants.

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

Feeding the Critically Ill Child

Comprehensive overview of nutrition for critically ill pediatric patients, covering assessment methods, challenges, and strategies to optimize nutrient delivery in intensive care settings.

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

Palliative Care Clinical Vignette

Actors demonstrate challenges and approaches in palliative care through clinical scenarios, focusing on advanced care conversations, planning, and patient interviews.

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

Interpreting Arterial Blood Gases - ABGs

Comprehensive guide to interpreting arterial blood gases, covering normal ranges, acid-base imbalances, and case studies. Ideal for healthcare professionals seeking to enhance diagnostic skills in critical care settings.

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

Becoming a Successful Nurse Director

Explore key characteristics of successful nurse directors, focusing on strategies to achieve high employee satisfaction based on research findings and practical insights.

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

Initial Excision and Closure of Acute Burns

Comprehensive guide on acute burn management, covering evaluation, surgical preparation, excision techniques, donor site care, and graft fixation for healthcare professionals treating critically ill children.

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

Landmark Articles in Pediatric Cardiac Anesthesia

Dr. Barash explores pivotal anesthesia literature in pediatrics, covering game-changing concepts, echocardiographic analysis, and inhalation research, offering valuable insights for healthcare professionals.

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