7 Sections
22 Lessons
10 Weeks
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Module 1: Introduction to Tracheostomy and Ventilation
4
1.1
What is a tracheostomy and why is it done?
1.2
Types of tracheostomy tubes (cuffed, uncuffed, fenestrated)
1.3
Indications for mechanical ventilation
1.4
Module 1 Quiz
10 Minutes
5 Questions
Module 2: Anatomy and Respiratory Function
4
2.1
Upper and lower airway structure
2.2
Impact of tracheostomy on breathing and speaking
2.3
Understanding oxygenation and airway clearance
2.4
Module 2 Quiz
10 Minutes
5 Questions
Module 3: Daily Care of a Tracheostomy
5
3.1
Cleaning inner and outer cannula
3.2
Changing ties and dressings
3.3
Humidification and saline instillation
3.4
Suctioning techniques (oral, nasal, trach)
3.5
Module 3 Quiz
10 Minutes
5 Questions
Module 4: Ventilator Basics and Monitoring
5
4.1
Portable ventilator components
4.2
Alarm types and troubleshooting basics
4.3
Checking tubing, filters, humidifiers
4.4
Responding to disconnection or machine fault
4.5
Module 4 Quiz
10 Minutes
5 Questions
Module 5: Infection Control and Emergency Management
4
5.1
Preventing ventilator-associated infections
5.2
Recognising and managing signs of distress (cyanosis, high CO2, coughing)
5.3
Emergency procedures: accidental decannulation, blocked tube, bleeding
5.4
Module 5 Quiz
10 Minutes
5 Questions
Module 6: Documentation and Handover
4
6.1
What to record (vital signs, suctioning, complications)
6.2
Clinical handover to nurses or paramedics
6.3
Using Bamboo Care documentation systems
6.4
Module 6 Quiz
10 Minutes
5 Questions
Module 7: Review & Final Assessment
3
7.1
Review of emergency drills
7.2
Summary of critical procedures
7.3
Final quiz and learner feedback
10 Minutes
10 Questions
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