Care for Pregnant Patients with Cardiac Disease
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- Certificate of Completion (PDF) - Free
- Certificate of Completion (Hard Copy) - £9.99
- Exam(s) / assessment(s) is included in price
- Tutor is available to students
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Overview
According to the British Heart Foundation, 7.4 million people in the UK have heart and circulatory diseases. As a result, the need for healthcare specialists who can provide basic cardiac (heart) care is increasing. The Basic Cardiac (Heart) Care Course is designed to provide comprehensive knowledge of cardiac diseases, their diagnosis, treatment, and prevention, specifically focusing on pregnant patients with cardiac disease.
This basic cardiac (heart) care course covers 17 modules, including the introduction to cardiology, different cardiac conditions, their possible treatments, rapid care of cardiac patients, cardiac surgery and care, assessing cardiac patients, cardiac disease prevention, and ethics in cardiac care. Participants will learn about various cardiac conditions and their diagnoses, treatments, and prevention. They will also learn about first-aid treatment of different cardiac emergencies, risk factors for heart diseases, and care for pregnant patients with cardiac disease.
Learning Outcomes:
- Understand the fundamentals of cardiology, including the structure and function of the heart.
- Identify and differentiate between different cardiac conditions, their causes, and their symptoms.
- Explore the treatment options available for cardiac diseases, including surgical interventions and medication management.
- Evaluate the risk factors associated with heart disease and apply preventive strategies.
- Demonstrate proficiency in assessing and providing appropriate care for pregnant patients with cardiac disease.
Certificates
Certificate of Completion (PDF)
Digital certificate - Included
Certificate of Completion (Hard Copy)
Hard copy certificate - £9.99
Note: Delivery of hardcopy certificate is free within the United Kingdom. However, to obtain a hardcopy certificate, international students have to pay £19.99 for the shipment to their designated address.
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Description
Learners in this basic cardiac care course learn about cardiology, cardiac conditions, treatment options, rapid care, first-aid, and ethical patient management.
It covers cardiac disease prevention and ethics, ensuring effective responses in critical situations and promoting holistic patient management.
Curriculum Breakdown:
- Module 01: Introduction to Cardiology
- Module 02: Different Cardiac Conditions
- Module 03: Different Cardiac Conditions Part 2
- Module 04: Different Cardiac Conditions Part 3
- Module 05: Congenital Heart Disease and Other Conditions
- Module 06: Possible Treatments for Cardiac Diseases Part 1
- Module 07: Possible Treatments for Cardiac Diseases Part 2
- Module 08: Possible Treatments for Cardiac Diseases Part 3
- Module 09: Possible Treatments for Cardiac Diseases Part 4
- Module 10: Risk Factors for Heart Diseases
- Module 11: Rapid Care of Cardiac Patients
- Module 12: First-Aid Treatment of Different Cardiac Emergencies
- Module 13: Cardiac Surgery and Care
- Module 14: Care for Pregnant Patients with Cardiac Disease
- Module 15: Assessing Cardiac Patients
- Module 16: Cardiac Disease Prevention
- Module 17: Ethics in Cardiac Care
Who is this course for?
This basic cardiac (heart) care course is specifically designed for healthcare professionals involved in caring for and managing pregnant patients with cardiac disease. It is particularly relevant for obstetricians, gynaecologists, cardiologists, nurses, and other healthcare providers seeking to enhance their knowledge and skills in this specialised area. Participants will benefit from the comprehensive curriculum that addresses the unique challenges and considerations associated with cardiac disease during pregnancy.
Requirements
- No prior knowledge needed
- Compatible with any internet-enabled device, including computers, tablets, and smartphones.
- Consistent learning experience
- Accessible anywhere, anytime
- No limitations on access
- Use Wi-Fi or mobile data
Career path
After finishing the course, you can advance your profession. Look into jobs like:
- Cardiology Nurse - £25K to £45K/year.
- Maternal-Fetal Medicine Specialist - £80K to £120K/year.
- Obstetrician-Gynaecologist - £70K to £150K/year.
- Cardiac Surgeon - £70K to £250K/year.
- Perinatal Cardiologist - £60K to £120K/year.
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