Post Graduate Program in Critical Care Medicine
Master Critical Care Essentials: From ICU Management to Resuscitation and More
Course Outcomes:
- Understand the scope and evolution of critical care medicine
- Learn to apply basic principles in critical care management
- Gain proficiency in BLS and ACLS algorithms
- Understand mechanical ventilation techniques
- Learn ICU admission criteria, essential ICU facilities and equipment, and understand ICU patient evaluation
- Acquire insights into respiratory emergencies, renal and genitourinary system care in critical care, circulatory flow disorders and more
- Gain insights into patient assessment in critical care, including physical exams, vital signs, laboratory tests, and imaging for effective monitoring and management
About the course:
The Post Graduate Program in Critical Care Medicine is a comprehensive course that will equip learners with an essential understanding and knowledge of the management of critical cases. From the basics of ICU to ventilation and system-specific management of critically ill patients, this program offers deep insight into all essential aspects of critical care.
This program is delivered through self-paced and engaging e-learning modules, tailored specifically to working professionals, incorporating immersive clinical scenarios to enhance comprehension. Additionally, insights from subject-matter experts enrich understanding and elevate the overall learning experience.
Curriculum:
Module 1: Introduction to Critical Care Medicine
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Definition and Scope of Critical Care
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Evolution of Critical Care
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Basic Principles of Critical Care Management
Module 2: Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support
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Basic life support algorithms
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ACLS Algorithms and Interventions
-
Post-Resuscitation Care
Module 3: Intensive Care Unit
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Determining ICU Admission
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ICU Facilities and Classifications
-
Essential ICU equipment
-
Medications in the ICU
-
Hemodynamic Support in ICU – commonly used drugs
-
ICU Discharge Criteria and Outcome
-
Patient Evaluation and ICU Rounds
Module 4: Patient Assessment and Monitoring: Part I
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Physical Examination in Critical Care
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Vital Signs and their Significance
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Vascular Access and Heamodynamic Monitoring
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Laboratory Investigations
-
Imaging Studies
Module 5: Patient Assessment and Monitoring: Part II
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Microbiological Tests
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Neurological Monitoring
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Renal Function Monitoring
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Respiratory Monitoring
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Oxygen Therapy
-
Glucose and Lactate Monitoring
-
Infection Monitoring and Control
-
Multi-organ Dysfunction Monitoring
Module 6: Mechanical Ventilation
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Non-invasive Positive-Pressure Ventilation (NIPPV)
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Criteria for intubation
-
Positive Pressure Ventilation
-
Conventional Modes of Ventilation
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Alternate Modes of Ventilation
-
The Ventilator-Dependent Patient
-
Ventilator-Associated Pneumonia
-
Discontinuing Mechanical Ventilation
Module 7: Cardiovascular Management of Critically ill Patients
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Basic Principles of ECG
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Management of Heart Failure
-
Tachyarrhythmias
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IV Cannulation
-
Cardioversion and Defibrillation
-
Arterial Puncture for Blood Gas Analysis
-
Echocardiography
-
Commonly used Drugs
Module 8: Respiratory System
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Hypoxemia and Hypercapnia
-
Acute Respiratory Failure and Oxygen Therapy
-
Non-invasive Positive-Pressure Ventilation (NIPPV)
-
Patient–Ventilator Interaction
-
Pulmonary Embolism and Pneumothorax
-
Chronic Respiratory Diseases in ICU
-
Nosocomial and Community-Acquired Pneumonia
-
Intensive Care Unit Imaging
Module 9: Nervous System
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Introduction to Neurocritical Care
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Disorders of Consciousness
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Haemorrhage
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Sudden Deterioration in Neurologic Status
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Agitation and Delirium
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Seizures in the Critically Ill
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Traumatic Brain Injury
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Coma
-
Brain Death
Module 10: Renal & genitourinary system
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Introduction to Renal and Genitourinary System in Critical Care
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Core Principles of Renal Physiology and Pathophysiology
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Clinical Assessment of Renal Function
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Urinary Catheterization Procedures
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Urinary Tract Infections in the ICU
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Acute Kidney Injury
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Chronic Kidney Disease
-
Renal replacement Therapy
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Fluid and Volume Therapy in the ICU
Module 11: Blood and Circulation
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Introduction to Circulatory Flow Disorders in Critical Care
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Haemorrhage and Hypovolemia
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Colloid and Crystalloid Resuscitation
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Anaemia and RBC Transfusion
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Guidelines for Blood Component Therapy
-
Venous Thromboembolism
-
Anticoagulation in the Intensive Care Unit
-
Monitoring of Coagulation Status
Module 12: Preventive Practices in Critical Care
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Acid-Base Analysis
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Alimentary Prophylaxis
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Venous Thromboembolism
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Infection Prevention and Control
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Pressure Ulcer Prevention
-
Ventilator-Associated Pneumonia (VAP) Prevention
-
Central Line-Associated Bloodstream Infection (CLABSI) Prevention
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Catheter-Associated Urinary Tract Infection (CAUTI) Prevention
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Delirium Prevention
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Fall Prevention
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Medication Safety
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Sedation and Delirium Management Protocols
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Early Mobilization and Rehabilitation
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Sample Certificate:
FAQ:
Yes, our online platform allows participants to access course materials at their convenience, enabling a flexible learning experience that can be tailored to individual schedules.
Yes, we do offer financial aid to support individuals interested in enrolling in our course.
You will be awarded a certificate of completion after successfully completing all the learning modules and the grand assessment.
The final assessment comprises 30 multiple choice questions. You are allowed three attempts for the test, and you need to secure at least a 50% score for the successful completion of the course.
Our refund policy is structured as follows: You are eligible for a 75% refund if you drop out within 7 days of the program launch, a 50% refund if you drop out within 8-15 days of the program launch, and there is no refund if you drop out after 15 days of the program launch.
+ GST as applicable
Curriculum:
Module 1: Introduction to Critical Care Medicine
-
Definition and Scope of Critical Care
-
Evolution of Critical Care
-
Basic Principles of Critical Care Management
Module 2: Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support
-
Basic life support algorithms
-
ACLS Algorithms and Interventions
-
Post-Resuscitation Care
Module 3: Intensive Care Unit
-
Determining ICU Admission
-
ICU Facilities and Classifications
-
Essential ICU equipment
-
Medications in the ICU
-
Hemodynamic Support in ICU – commonly used drugs
-
ICU Discharge Criteria and Outcome
-
Patient Evaluation and ICU Rounds
Module 4: Patient Assessment and Monitoring: Part I
-
Physical Examination in Critical Care
-
Vital Signs and their Significance
-
Vascular Access and Heamodynamic Monitoring
-
Laboratory Investigations
-
Imaging Studies
Module 5: Patient Assessment and Monitoring: Part II
-
Microbiological Tests
-
Neurological Monitoring
-
Renal Function Monitoring
-
Respiratory Monitoring
-
Oxygen Therapy
-
Glucose and Lactate Monitoring
-
Infection Monitoring and Control
-
Multi-organ Dysfunction Monitoring
Module 6: Mechanical Ventilation
-
Non-invasive Positive-Pressure Ventilation (NIPPV)
-
Criteria for intubation
-
Positive Pressure Ventilation
-
Conventional Modes of Ventilation
-
Alternate Modes of Ventilation
-
The Ventilator-Dependent Patient
-
Ventilator-Associated Pneumonia
-
Discontinuing Mechanical Ventilation
Module 7: Cardiovascular Management of Critically ill Patients
-
Basic Principles of ECG
-
Management of Heart Failure
-
Tachyarrhythmias
-
IV Cannulation
-
Cardioversion and Defibrillation
-
Arterial Puncture for Blood Gas Analysis
-
Echocardiography
-
Commonly used Drugs
Module 8: Respiratory System
-
Hypoxemia and Hypercapnia
-
Acute Respiratory Failure and Oxygen Therapy
-
Non-invasive Positive-Pressure Ventilation (NIPPV)
-
Patient–Ventilator Interaction
-
Pulmonary Embolism and Pneumothorax
-
Chronic Respiratory Diseases in ICU
-
Nosocomial and Community-Acquired Pneumonia
-
Intensive Care Unit Imaging
Module 9: Nervous System
-
Introduction to Neurocritical Care
-
Disorders of Consciousness
-
Haemorrhage
-
Sudden Deterioration in Neurologic Status
-
Agitation and Delirium
-
Seizures in the Critically Ill
-
Traumatic Brain Injury
-
Coma
-
Brain Death
Module 10: Renal & genitourinary system
-
Introduction to Renal and Genitourinary System in Critical Care
-
Core Principles of Renal Physiology and Pathophysiology
-
Clinical Assessment of Renal Function
-
Urinary Catheterization Procedures
-
Urinary Tract Infections in the ICU
-
Acute Kidney Injury
-
Chronic Kidney Disease
-
Renal replacement Therapy
-
Fluid and Volume Therapy in the ICU
Module 11: Blood and Circulation
-
Introduction to Circulatory Flow Disorders in Critical Care
-
Haemorrhage and Hypovolemia
-
Colloid and Crystalloid Resuscitation
-
Anaemia and RBC Transfusion
-
Guidelines for Blood Component Therapy
-
Venous Thromboembolism
-
Anticoagulation in the Intensive Care Unit
-
Monitoring of Coagulation Status
Module 12: Preventive Practices in Critical Care
-
Acid-Base Analysis
-
Alimentary Prophylaxis
-
Venous Thromboembolism
-
Infection Prevention and Control
-
Pressure Ulcer Prevention
-
Ventilator-Associated Pneumonia (VAP) Prevention
-
Central Line-Associated Bloodstream Infection (CLABSI) Prevention
-
Catheter-Associated Urinary Tract Infection (CAUTI) Prevention
-
Delirium Prevention
-
Fall Prevention
-
Medication Safety
-
Sedation and Delirium Management Protocols
-
Early Mobilization and Rehabilitation
FAQ:
Yes, our online platform allows participants to access course materials at their convenience, enabling a flexible learning experience that can be tailored to individual schedules.
Yes, we do offer financial aid to support individuals interested in enrolling in our course.
You will be awarded a certificate of completion after successfully completing all the learning modules and the grand assessment.
The final assessment comprises 30 multiple choice questions. You are allowed three attempts for the test, and you need to secure at least a 50% score for the successful completion of the course.
Our refund policy is structured as follows: You are eligible for a 75% refund if you drop out within 7 days of the program launch, a 50% refund if you drop out within 8-15 days of the program launch, and there is no refund if you drop out after 15 days of the program launch.
Duration: 9 Months
Level: intermediate
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