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Cuidando a la persona en situación crítica de salud en UCI

Sandra Rocio Guaqueta Parada, Martha Cecilia Triana Restrepo, Gloria Mabel Carrillo, and Angela Maria Henao Castaño

Esta aula es un espacio de formación y actualización para los profesionales del área de la salud, en particular el talento humano de Enfermería. Es un aporte desde la Universidad Nacional de Colombia, a través de la Facultad de Enfermería, acorde con los lineamientos internacionales y locales frente a la posible atención de nuestros pacientes en Unidades de Cuidado Intensivo.

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Syllabus

Presentación del curso

Este módulo presenta la organización del curso y la estrategia seleccionada para capacitar a enfermeros (as) en el cuidado de enfermería a personas en situación crítica de salud que se encuentran hospitalizados en la UCI.

Generalidades para el cuidado de enfermería del paciente crítico en la UCI

Proceso de atención de enfermería para el cuidado del paciente crítico en la UCI

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Diseñado para actualizar profesionales de enfermería en el cuidado de pacientes críticos en UCI

Ofrece conocimientos y prácticas alineados con lineamientos internacionales y locales para el cuidado en UCI

Incluye un proceso de atención de enfermería específico para el cuidado del paciente crítico en UCI

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Reviews summary

Uci care fundamentals

This course provides a solid foundation in the fundamentals of caring for critically ill patients in an intensive care unit. It covers a range of topics, including general care principles, the nursing process, and specific interventions for various conditions. The course is well-organized and the materials are comprehensive, including videos, readings, and quizzes. Overall, learners found this course to be informative and helpful in their professional development.

Materials are well-organized and easy to follow.

"Excelente dinamica y muy completo, gracias por las referencias bibliograficas, algunos videos no se pudieron ver "

Covers a wide range of topics in critical care nursing.

"Curso útil, completo y bien explicativo respecto a los cuidados UCI."

"Muy completo, muy educativo, los examenes tiene su nivel de dificultad "

Supports professional growth in critical care nursing.

"Realmente es una oportunidad de aprendizaje con un alto valor académico."

"agradezco sus valiosas enseñanzas"

Provides valuable information on critical care nursing.

"Excelente información, muchas gracias"

"Excelente toda la temática ofrecida por parte del presente curso, los conocimientos son muy claros y puntuales, permite el fortalecimiento de conocimientos los cuales brindarán un apoyo al momento de realizar las diferentes intervenciones en los pacientes en cuidado crítico."

Some videos and links may not work properly.

"Aunque no soy enfermera, el curso me permitió conocer muchos más aspectos sobre el cuidado en la UCI que todos los profesionales de la salud deberíamos conocer."

"ningún video se puede ver, seria bueno que tuviera infografías de consulta y que el material se pudiera descargar"

Some materials may be outdated, especially regarding COVID-19.

"Tengo sentimientos encontrados con este curso. Al revisarlo, me encontré con abundante información sobre el COVID y la pandemia, con comentarios que datan desde el 2020 y algunas referencias de mas de 5 años, creo que puedo afirmar que es un curso del año 2020."

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Career center

Learners who complete Cuidando a la persona en situación crítica de salud en UCI will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Critical Care Nurse

Critical Care Nurses provide specialized care to critically ill patients in intensive care units. The course, Cuidando a la persona en situación crítica de salud en UCI, directly aligns with the work of Critical Care Nurses. The course covers topics such as general care for critically ill patients and the nursing care process for critically ill patients in the ICU.

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Registered Nurse

A Registered Nurse specializes in delivering nursing care to ill or injured individuals. The course, Cuidando a la persona en situación crítica de salud en UCI, can help aspiring Registered Nurses build a foundation in providing care to critically ill patients. The course covers topics such as general care for critically ill patients and the nursing care process for critically ill patients in the ICU.

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Dietitian

Dietitians provide nutrition counseling and guidance to patients. The course, Cuidando a la persona en situación crítica de salud en UCI, may be useful for Dietitians who wish to gain a deeper understanding of the care of critically ill patients. The course covers topics such as general care for critically ill patients and the nursing care process for critically ill patients in the ICU.

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Pharmacist

Pharmacists dispense medications and provide information about their use to patients. The course, Cuidando a la persona en situación crítica de salud en UCI, may be useful for Pharmacists who wish to gain a deeper understanding of the care of critically ill patients. The course covers topics such as general care for critically ill patients and the nursing care process for critically ill patients in the ICU.

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Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory Therapists provide care to patients with respiratory conditions. The course, Cuidando a la persona en situación crítica de salud en UCI, may be useful for Respiratory Therapists who wish to gain a deeper understanding of the care of critically ill patients. The course covers topics such as general care for critically ill patients and the nursing care process for critically ill patients in the ICU.

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Nurse Practitioner

Nurse Practitioners provide primary and specialty care to patients across the lifespan. The course, Cuidando a la persona en situación crítica de salud en UCI, may be useful for Nurse Practitioners who wish to gain a deeper understanding of the care of critically ill patients. The course covers topics such as general care for critically ill patients and the nursing care process for critically ill patients in the ICU.

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Nurse Educator

Nurse Educators teach nursing students and practicing nurses about nursing care and best practices. The course, Cuidando a la persona en situación crítica de salud en UCI, may be useful for Nurse Educators who wish to gain a deeper understanding of the care of critically ill patients. The course covers topics such as general care for critically ill patients and the nursing care process for critically ill patients in the ICU.

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Medical Laboratory Scientist

Medical Laboratory Scientists perform laboratory tests to diagnose and monitor diseases. The course, Cuidando a la persona en situación crítica de salud en UCI, may be useful for Medical Laboratory Scientists who wish to gain a deeper understanding of the care of critically ill patients. The course covers topics such as general care for critically ill patients and the nursing care process for critically ill patients in the ICU.

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Chaplain

Chaplains provide spiritual care and support to patients and their families. The course, Cuidando a la persona en situación crítica de salud en UCI, may be useful for Chaplains who wish to gain a deeper understanding of the care of critically ill patients. The course covers topics such as general care for critically ill patients and the nursing care process for critically ill patients in the ICU.

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Cardiovascular Technologist

Cardiovascular Technologists perform diagnostic tests and procedures on patients with heart and blood vessel problems. The course, Cuidando a la persona en situación crítica de salud en UCI, may be useful for Cardiovascular Technologists who wish to gain a deeper understanding of the care of critically ill patients. The course covers topics such as general care for critically ill patients and the nursing care process for critically ill patients in the ICU.

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Nurse Manager

Nurse Managers oversee the daily operations of nursing units and ensure that patients receive quality care. The course, Cuidando a la persona en situación crítica de salud en UCI, may be useful for Nurse Managers who wish to gain a deeper understanding of the care of critically ill patients. The course covers topics such as general care for critically ill patients and the nursing care process for critically ill patients in the ICU.

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Nurse Researcher

Nurse Researchers conduct research to improve nursing care and patient outcomes. The course, Cuidando a la persona en situación crítica de salud en UCI, may be useful for Nurse Researchers who wish to gain a deeper understanding of the care of critically ill patients. The course covers topics such as general care for critically ill patients and the nursing care process for critically ill patients in the ICU.

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Physician Assistant

Physician Assistants practice medicine under the supervision of a physician. The course, Cuidando a la persona en situación crítica de salud en UCI, may be useful for Physician Assistants who wish to gain a deeper understanding of the care of critically ill patients. The course covers topics such as general care for critically ill patients and the nursing care process for critically ill patients in the ICU.

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Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists administer anesthesia to patients undergoing surgery or other medical procedures. The course, Cuidando a la persona en situación crítica de salud en UCI, may be useful for Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists who wish to gain a deeper understanding of the care of critically ill patients. The course covers topics such as general care for critically ill patients and the nursing care process for critically ill patients in the ICU.

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Social Worker

Social Workers provide support and counseling to patients and their families. The course, Cuidando a la persona en situación crítica de salud en UCI, may be useful for Social Workers who wish to gain a deeper understanding of the care of critically ill patients. The course covers topics such as general care for critically ill patients and the nursing care process for critically ill patients in the ICU.

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Reading list

We've selected nine books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in Cuidando a la persona en situación crítica de salud en UCI.

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