Essentials of Pre-hospital Ventilation
Course Description
The Enhanced Care Services Essentials of Pre Hospital Ventilation course follows on from the teaching on the DAC where the clinical science of pre hospital ventilation and critical manual ventilation skills using the BVM is extensively explored, along with the general principles of mechanical ventilator use.
Simple and intermediate transport ventilators are a common fitment in UK Ambulances but utilisation is historically low due to a lack of initial and ongoing education in their clinical benefits and physical operation.
The 1-day course is delivered face-to-face and has been developed specifically to explore in depth the use of mechanical ventilators in the prehospital setting, including the theory and skills required to use mechanical ventilators to their full benefit.
Course Content
The Essentials of Pre Hospital Ventilation course develops knowledge and skills relating to:
Course Content
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A Rapid review of airway devices suitable for mechanical ventilation.
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Negative and positive pressure ventilation – the pros and cons.
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Ventilator modes and their uses, including PEEP
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Gas or electric driven and FiO2 settings
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Gas usage/calculation and run times
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The practical set up of a ventilator and its circuit, including its ‘knobology’ (utilising multiple brands and models)
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CPAP and BiPAP theory and practical sessions, utilising multiple brands and models
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ETCO2 Advanced knowledge – closing the loop
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Practical sessions to consolidate learning including problem solving scenarios
This course is delivered exclusively by Healthcare Professionals delivering critical care in the prehospital setting with extensive experience of using multiple ventilator types.
Eligibility
This course is suitable for EMTs/ AAPs wanting to progress, and Paramedics and Healthcare Professionals with an interest in pre hospital critical care.
If you are unsure, please contact the team today!