Learning Outcomes

Anatomy and Physiology

Diagnostic Procedures

Cardiovascular System Disorders

Lesson Summary

The Cardiovascular System is central to sustaining life within the body by supplying it with blood and oxygen. This module will teach you how the cardiovascular system functions and in what way it can become diseased.

Preoperative and Postoperative Care

Complications of Cardiovascular Surgery

Cardiac Arrest

Cardiovascular surgery can be a very difficult time for both the patient and their families. This module will show you how to care for the patient both before and after their surgery, helping them on their way to a full recovery.

Anatomy and Physiology of The Respiratory System

Performing Physical Examinations

Performing Physical Procedures

The respiratory system is central to sustaining life within the body by supplying it with oxygen and removing carbon dioxide. This module will teach you how the respiratory system functions and how to perform physical examinations and procedures to determine when it is deteriorating.

Pulmonary Drainage

Disorders of the Upper Respiratory System

Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System

The respiratory tract is the most common portal of entry and exit of microscopic disease agents in the body. This module will teach you how to identify, treat and prevent a wide range of disorders of both the upper and lower respiratory system. You will also examine the implications that these disorders can have on the care you provide to patients.

Diploma in Clinical Nursing Skills – First Assessment

You must score 80% or more to pass this assessment.

Digestion and Metabolism

The Digestive System

The Digestive System - Part 2

The module examines the function of the digestive system and metabolism. You will learn about proteins, carbohydrates and fatty acids, and how they provide fuel for the body's metabolism. You will learn about the lower digestive system, such as the intestines, pancreas and liver and how they produce enzymes and gastric juices to help in the absorption of food.

Performing Gastrointestinal Intubation

Performing Gastrointestinal Intubation (Part 2)

This module focuses on the various diagnostic procedures for identifying disorders of the gastrointestinal system. Here you will learn how to identify the various signs and symptoms as well as examining the steps and procedures for gastric and intestinal intubation, the process of passing a tube through the nose or mouth, through the esophagus, and into the stomach or intestine.

Gastrointestinal Disorders

Hepato-Biliary Disorders

Diabetes

In this module you will learn about the different types of gastrointestinal disorders and learn how to identify the symptoms and different treatments for each disorder. You will also learn about diabetes, how it is caused, how to identify its symptoms, and make the patient aware of the signs and symptoms, as well as emergency treatment procedures.

The Central Nervous System

The Spinal Cord

Neurological Assessments

This module examines the function of the central nervous system. You will learn about the three major subdivisions: central nervous system (CNS), the peripheral nervous system (PNS), the autonomic nervous system (ANS). You will learn about the spinal cord and the brain-stem structure and function, as well as how to assess conciousness in regard to motor, sensory and orientation functions.

Unconscious Patient Care

Care of the Sensory System

This module focuses on the various diagnostic procedures for identifying and evaluating the patients nervous system. Here you will learn the steps and procedures for brain scanning, electroencephalogram (EEG) and lumbar puncture. You will also learn about the proper positioning and care for an unconscious patient. Proper positioning of the patient prior to give eye treatments, and the procedure for administering hearing tests are also explained.

Infectious Disorders

Cranial Disorders

Degenerative Disorders

In this module you will learn about the different types of some of the most common infectious neurological diseases such as meningitis and encephalitis. You will also learn about cranial nerve disorders and head injuries, generally categorized as direct and indirect. You will also learn about degenerative neurological disorders such as multiple sclerosis (MS), Parkinson’s disease and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) as well as the signs and symptoms, and emergency treatment procedures.

Diploma in Clinical Nursing Skills – Second Assessment

Diploma in Clinical Nursing Skills - Assessment

Learn more about the anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, and nervous systems.

Diploma in Clinical Nursing Skills

This free online diploma course in Clinical Nursing Skills will teach you nursing techniques required to treat a range of diseases and disorders of the cardiovascular system, the respiratory system, the digestive system, and the central nervous system. You will study the implications that these disorders can have on the care you provide to your patient. You will also look into the anatomy and physiology as well as the role that each organ plays.

Introduction to Substance Misuse

Overview of Substance

Prevention and Awareness

Substance Misuse at Workplace

Substance Misuse Policy

Treatment of Substance Addiction

Laws and Acts on Substances

Substance Misuse and Youth

This module will introduce us to substance misuse and its effects on individuals. Following this, we will examine the potential health risks of a wide range of substances. In addition, we will learn about laws and acts of substance, along with penalties and regulations.

Course assessment

This free online course explores the effects of substance abuse and lays out the treatment options available to addicts.

Signs of Substance Abuse and What to Do

This healthcare course discusses commonly misused narcotics substances and the disorders linked to them. We lay out the health risks associated with substances like cocaine and heroin and discuss various approaches to treating addiction to them. We also examine the UK’s laws and regulations related to narcotics. Narcotic abuse is a serious personal and private problem so sign up for this drug addiction course to learn how to prevent and treat it.

Understanding Research

Choosing Approaches and Topics

Data Analysis and Report Writing

In this module, you will learn the process of conducting research, approaches and methodologies. We will look at the impact of healthcare research with how to choose a research topic and design justification. Explore how to analyze findings, make conclusions and write research reports.

How to Conduct Research in Adult Care - Course Assessment

Learn how to tailor your research methodology to meet the demands of adult care environments in this free online course.

How to Conduct Research in Adult Care

Research plays a vital role in healthcare as it enables us to identify and solve real-world problems. This research methodology course explains how to use evidence-based practices to inform clinical decisions and locate lapses in care using gap analysis. We describe the impact of healthcare research and provide methodologies to help you conduct scientific research in adult care settings that respects the dignity and wellbeing of your subjects.

Vaccines and Its Types

Paediatric Vaccination and Safety

Vaccine Safety and Human Coronaviruses Vaccines

In this module, you'll learn how vaccines stimulate our body's natural defences and protect against infectious diseases. You'll learn why children should be vaccinated at the right age and with the recommended dosage. Additionally, you'll explore herd immunity and learn how to address the concerns regarding the safety and effectiveness of vaccines.

Introduction to Paediatric Vaccination - Course Assessment

Learn how vaccines shield children, families and communities from deadly diseases with this free online course.

Introduction to Paediatric Vaccination

Are you concerned about the safety of childhood vaccines and their possible adverse effects? This course will help you become a confident advocate for your child's health, ensuring they receive the protection they deserve. You will learn about the benefits and risks of immunisation, the timing of each dose and precautions parents and healthcare providers should take while vaccinating to keep themselves and their children healthy.

Stakeholders and Service Delivery

Continuous Improvement and Managing Quality

Quality and Team Building

In this module, you will learn how to identify the different stakeholders and manage their expectations before measuring the quality of health services. We cover the various stages of continuous improvement, the responsibilities of improvement facilitators and how to control quality.

Managing Quality and Service Delivery in Healthcare - Course Assessment

Learn how to manage the quality of service delivery to improve overall patient satisfaction in this free online course.

Managing Quality and Service Delivery in Healthcare

According to the WHO, one in 10 hospital patients in high-income countries suffer some sort of injury while receiving treatment. Low- and middle-income countries have 5.7 to 8.4 million deaths annually related to poor-quality care. This course will teach you how to manage quality care and offer safe, effective, and timely healthcare service. You will also study the theories of quality and explore team-building techniques.

Dispensing Medications in the Community Pharmacy

The Patient Profile

The Business of Community Pharmacy

Non-sterile Pharmaceutical Compounding  - Part 1

Non-sterile Pharmaceutical Compounding - Part 2

This module will teach you all about community pharmacy including the patient profile and pharmaceutical compounding.

Hospital Pharmacy Practice

Hospital Medication Orders and Accreditation

Infection Control

Sterile Compounding and the ICC

Compounding Sterile Products

Hazardous Drugs

In this module, learn about institutional pharmacy including hospital pharmacy practice, infection control, and hazardous drugs.

Community and Institutional Pharmacy - Assessment

Learn about the principles of community pharmacy and institutional pharmacy with this free online course.

Community and Institutional Pharmacy

This free online community pharmacy course will teach you about the different types of pharmacies and their various roles and responsibilities. You'll learn about difference between a community pharmacy and institutional pharmacy, and how each of these pharmacies work. You will also look into the types of prescription drugs, the proper procedures for filling and dispensing of medications, the different forms of equipment sterilization, and more!

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