Introduction to Practical Skills in ICU September 2023
Summary
This practical skills workshop is designed to improve medical professionals' confidence and competency in managing critically ill patients in the ICU. Experienced faculty will provide hands-on instruction on common ICU procedures, including airway management, ventilatory support, and critical care medications. Takeaways from the session include a better understanding of the unique care required in the ICU and the tools needed to provide that care. Attendees will leave with increased confidence and a better appreciation of the complexities of critical care.
Learning objectives
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Identify the appropriate skills necessary for working safely and effectively in an Intensive Care Unit (ICU) setting.
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Understand the process and techniques used to accurately interpret vital signs, laboratory results, and other essential patient data.
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Demonstrate the ability to safely and accurately perform manual interventions including intubation, chest tube insertion and central venous catheter placement
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Utilize aseptic techniques and appropriate infection control practices when performing clinical interventions in the ICU.
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Become familiar with the latest technologies used for diagnosing and treating critically ill patients in the ICU.