Care of the Patient Undergoing Anaesthesia

Program Overview

This post-registration nursing module equips nurses with advanced principles of anesthesia and pharmacology. It covers patient care, psychological well-being, and the role of an anesthetic assistant. Delivered through skills labs, lectures, and seminars, the program provides knowledge and skills for recognizing and responding to acutely unwell patients.

Program Outline

Outline:

• The module is designed for post-registration nurses and covers advanced principles of anaesthesia and relevant pharmacology.
• It provides knowledge, skills, and experience to recognize, communicate, and respond competently to acutely unwell patients.
• Explores the impact of psychological well-being on recovery and the importance of patient-focused care and empowerment.
• Provides the knowledge and theory needed to perform the role of an anesthetic assistant during advanced anesthetic techniques.
• Offers opportunities to analyze and evaluate anesthesia, both its practical use and the theory behind it.

Teaching:

• Teaching methods include skills labs, lectures, and seminars.