About the course
Critical care nurses develop the ability to make quick and informed decisions in high-pressure situations. Critical care units often face emergencies and unexpected complications, and nurses must be prepared to respond promptly and appropriately. This CCRN exam preparation training provides participants with the necessary tools to handle these situations, improving patient outcomes and reducing the risk of errors. The course will enhance a nurse's understanding of various advanced technologies and medical equipment commonly used in critical care units. This includes ventilators, cardiac monitors, and intravenous pumps, among others. Proficiency in operating and troubleshooting these devices is crucial for providing optimal patient care and ensuring patient safety.
Danielle promotes collaboration and effective communication within a multidisciplinary team for better outcomes. Critical care nurses often work closely with physicians, pharmacists, respiratory therapists, and other healthcare professionals. By developing a comprehensive understanding of critical care principles and procedures, nurses can effectively contribute to the team's decision-making process and provide holistic care to patients.
Learning Outcome
There is now critical care training for nurses wanting to further their careers in critical care services by equipping them with the necessary skills, knowledge, and confidence to provide high-quality care to critically ill patients. Below are a list of episode topics.
Neurology:
Acute Ischemic Stroke
Epidural Hematoma
Guillain-Barre Syndrome
Intracerebral Hemorrhage
Myasthenia Crisis
Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
Subdural Hematoma
Seizures
Brain Death
Alcohol Withdrawal
Respiratory:
ARDS
COPD Exacerbation
Asthma Exacerbation
Pulmonary Embolism
Cardiology:
Acute Myocardial Infarction
Aortic Dissection
Acute Decompensated Heart Failure
Post-Op Management of Coronary Artery Bypass
Hemodynamics
Ventricular Tachycardia
Ventricular Fibrillation
Conduction Disturbances
Hypertensive Crisis
Gastroenterology:
Acute Liver Failure Liver Cirrhosis
Acute Pancreatitis
Bowel Obstruction
GI Bleed Mesenteric Ischemia
Genitourinary:
Hyperkalemia
Hypokalemia
Hypercalcemia
Hypocalcemia
Hyponatremia
Hyponatremia
Hypernatremia
Hypomagnesemia
Hypermagnesemia
Hypophosphatemia
Hyperphosphatemia
Multisystem:
Acid-Base Balance
Multisystem Trauma
Rhabdomyolysis
Shock States:
Anaphylactic Shock
Cardiogenic Shock
Hypovolemic Shock
Neurogenic Shock
Obstructive Shock
Septic Shock
Endocrinology:
Diabetic Ketoacidosis
Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar Syndrome
Diabetes Insipidus
SIADH
Hematology:
Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation
Immune Thrombocytopenia
Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura
Heparin Induced Thrombocytopenia
