HarvardX: Mechanical Ventilation for COVID-19

HarvardX: Mechanical Ventilation for COVID-19

by Harvard University

This course is designed to prepare licensed non-ICU hospital clinicians to assist critical care specialists in managing patients who are on mechanical ventilation, particularly in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. This training is crucial as the demand for skilled professionals in mechanical ventilation care continues to grow due to the increase in respiratory illnesses caused by COVID-19.

  • Principles and physiology behind mechanical ventilation.
  • Initial settings and adjustments of ventilators.
  • Troubleshooting and maintenance of ventilator systems.
  • Special considerations for ventilating patients with conditions like ARDS or Obstructive Lung Disease.
  • Waveform analysis for monitoring patients.
  • Evaluation and management of patients for extubation.
  • Ventilation practices adapted for COVID-19 patients.

No specific prerequisites are required for this course. However, it is intended for licensed medical professionals such as non-ICU doctors who may be called to assist in critical care areas during health emergencies like the COVID-19 pandemic.

  • Understanding Mechanical Ventilation
  • Operational Training on Ventilators
  • Critical Care Response Techniques
  • Management of Ventilation in Specialized Respiration Conditions
  • Hands-On Practices with Ventilation Equipment
  • Real-Life Case Studies from the COVID-19 Pandemic

This course is specifically designed for non-ICU physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals who might need to provide assistive care in operating mechanical ventilators during critical health crises, particularly those involving respiratory care.

Skills acquired from this course can be applied in multiple settings:

  • Managing ventilatory support in emergency and critical care settings during pandemics or other health crises.
  • Enhancing interdisciplinary teamwork capabilities in ICU and non-ICU settings.
  • Improving patient outcomes in respiratory critical care situations.
  • Preparedness and quick adaptation to emergent health crises requiring respiratory support.
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