Upon completion of this section, you will be able to:
Understand the safety warnings related to Medical Oxygen and Entonox cylinders
Identify potential hazards associated with these medical gases
Explain the correct actions to take in an emergency, fire, or accidental gas release
Module 4 : storage handling and disposal
Easy
8:24 mins
By the end of this section, learners will be able to demonstrate understanding of:
Safe storage requirements for Medical Oxygen and Entonox cylinders
Key knowledge required when handling medical gas cylinders
Steps to follow when preparing Medical Oxygen and Entonox for use
The two main types of Medical Oxygen cylinders
How to check cylinders for leaks
Module 2 : administration
Easy
5:34 mins
By the end of this section, learners will be able to demonstrate an understanding of:
How Medical Oxygen is administered
The different Oxygen delivery systems
How Entonox is administered
Module 1 : introduction
Easy
11:56 mins
By the end of this section, learners will be able to understand:
What Medical Oxygen and Entonox (50% Nitrous Oxide / 50% Oxygen) are
When Medical Oxygen and Entonox are clinically indicated
How oxygen therapy is used within palliative care
Which individuals require additional caution when administering Medical Oxygen
Situations in which Entonox should not be used
Brief introduction of Medical Gases
Easy
2:28 mins
By the end of this section, learners will be able to understand:
What Medical Oxygen and Entonox (a 50% oxygen and 50% nitrous oxide mixture) are
Appropriate situations in which Medical Oxygen and Entonox should be used
The role of oxygen therapy in palliative care
Which individuals require additional caution when receiving Medical Oxygen
Circumstances in which Entonox is contraindicated
Module 6: consideration for peoples Taking coagulation
Easy
9:56 mins
By the end of this section, learners will be able to:
Describe key considerations for individuals taking anticoagulants, including:
Surgery and dental procedures
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Injury prevention
Use of other medicines and remedies
Food and drink considerations
Module 5 : Self testing and self-management of warfarin
Easy
6:13 mins
By the end of this section, learners will be able to:
Explain how an individual taking warfarin can safely self-test and self-manage their anticoagulation therapy
Module 4 : Anti coagulation monitoring
Easy
16:48 mins
By the end of this section, learners should understand:
How individuals taking warfarin are monitored, including:
Measurement of the International Normalized Ratio (INR)
Use of patient-held records (‘Yellow Book’)
How individuals prescribed DOACs are monitored and reviewed
How to effectively discuss anticoagulation therapy with individuals
Module 3: Type of anticoagulation
Easy
25:11 mins
By the end of this section, learners will be able to:
Identify the different types of anticoagulants, including warfarin, direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs), and heparin
Understand the indications for oral anticoagulants and how they are managed and monitored
Recognize the contraindications and cautions associated with warfarin and DOACs
Module 2 : Indication for anticoagulation
Easy
7:58 mins
By the end of this section, learners will be able to:
Identify the clinical indications for anticoagulation therapy
Assess an individual’s risk of stroke
Evaluate the risk of major bleeding when considering anticoagulation
