Course description
The Cardiovascular System is central to sustaining life within the body by supplying it with blood and oxygen. This course begins by teaching you how the cardiovascular system functions and in what way it can become diseased. You will study the respiratory system which is central to sustaining life within the body by supplying it with oxygen and removing carbon dioxide. You will learn how it functions and how to perform physical examinations and procedures to determine when it is deteriorating.
You will then study the function of the digestive system and learn about the signs and symptoms of gastrointestinal disorders. You will learn how proteins, carbohydrates, and fatty acids provide fuel for the body's metabolism. You will look into the function of the central nervous system and learn about its three major subdivisions, the structure and function of the spinal cord, and the brain-stem. You will also study the different types of infectious neurological diseases such as meningitis and encephalitis.
This course covers everything a clinical nurse needs to know about the cardiovascular system, the respiratory system, the digestive system, and the central nervous system. Upon the completion of this course, you will have a better understanding of their anatomy and physiology, the most common diseases and disorders that affect these organs, and the care and treatment procedures that help patients recover. Start this free course now and acquire these nursing skills today!
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Training content
Understanding the Cardiovascular System
Description: The Cardiovascular System is central to sustaining life within the body by supplying it with blood and oxygen. This module will teach you how the cardiovascular system functions and in what way it can become diseased.
- Learning Outcomes
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Diagnostic Procedures
- Cardiovascular System Disorders
- Lesson Summary
Cardiovascular Surgery – Caring for the Patient
Description: Cardiovascular surgery can be a very difficult time for both the patient and their families. This module will show you how to care for the patient both before and after their surgery, helping them on their way to a full recovery.
- Learning Outcomes
- Preoperative and Postoperative Care
- Complications of Cardiovascular Surgery
- Cardiac Arrest
- Lesson Summary
Nursing and the Respiratory System
Description: The respiratory system is central to sustaining life within the body by supplying it with oxygen and removing carbon dioxide. This module will teach you how the respiratory system functions and how to perform physical examinations and procedures to determine when it is deteriorating.
- Learning Outcomes
- Anatomy and Physiology of The Respiratory System
- Performing Physical Examinations
- Performing Physical Procedures
- Lesson Summary
Disorder of the Respiratory System
Description: The respiratory tract is the most common portal of entry and exit of microscopic disease agents in the body. This module will teach you how to identify, treat and prevent a wide range of disorders of both the upper and lower respiratory system. You will also examine the implications that these disorders can have on the care you provide to patients.
- Learning Outcomes
- Pulmonary Drainage
- Disorders of the Upper Respiratory System
- Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System
- Lesson Summary
Diploma in Clinical Nursing Skills – First Assessment
Description: You must score 80% or more to pass this assessment.
- Assessment: Diploma in Clinical Nursing Skills – First Assessment
Physiology of Digestion
Description: The module examines the function of the digestive system and metabolism. You will learn about proteins, carbohydrates and fatty acids, and how they provide fuel for the body's metabolism. You will learn about the lower digestive system, such as the intestines, pancreas and liver and how they produce enzymes and gastric juices to help in the absorption of food.
- Learning Outcomes
- Digestion and Metabolism
- The Digestive System
- The Digestive System - Part 2
- Lesson Summary
Diagnostic and Intubation
Description: This module focuses on the various diagnostic procedures for identifying disorders of the gastrointestinal system. Here you will learn how to identify the various signs and symptoms as well as examining the steps and procedures for gastric and intestinal intubation, the process of passing a tube through the nose or mouth, through the esophagus, and into the stomach or intestine.
- Learning Outcomes
- Diagnostic Procedures
- Performing Gastrointestinal Intubation
- Performing Gastrointestinal Intubation (Part 2)
- Lesson Summary
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Description: In this module you will learn about the different types of gastrointestinal disorders and learn how to identify the symptoms and different treatments for each disorder. You will also learn about diabetes, how it is caused, how to identify its symptoms, and make the patient aware of the signs and symptoms, as well as emergency treatment procedures.
- Learning Outcomes
- Gastrointestinal Disorders
- Hepato-Biliary Disorders
- Diabetes
- Lesson Summary
The Function of the Central Nervous System
Description: This module examines the function of the central nervous system. You will learn about the three major subdivisions: central nervous system (CNS), the peripheral nervous system (PNS), the autonomic nervous system (ANS). You will learn about the spinal cord and the brain-stem structure and function, as well as how to assess conciousness in regard to motor, sensory and orientation functions.
- Learning Outcomes
- The Central Nervous System
- The Spinal Cord
- Neurological Assessments
- Lesson Summary
Diagnostics and Care Procedures
Description: This module focuses on the various diagnostic procedures for identifying and evaluating the patients nervous system. Here you will learn the steps and procedures for brain scanning, electroencephalogram (EEG) and lumbar puncture. You will also learn about the proper positioning and care for an unconscious patient. Proper positioning of the patient prior to give eye treatments, and the procedure for administering hearing tests are also explained.
- Learning Outcomes
- Diagnostic Procedures
- Unconscious Patient Care
- Care of the Sensory System
- Lesson Summary
Nervous System Disorders
Description: In this module you will learn about the different types of some of the most common infectious neurological diseases such as meningitis and encephalitis. You will also learn about cranial nerve disorders and head injuries, generally categorized as direct and indirect. You will also learn about degenerative neurological disorders such as multiple sclerosis (MS), Parkinson’s disease and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) as well as the signs and symptoms, and emergency treatment procedures.
- Learning Outcomes
- Infectious Disorders
- Cranial Disorders
- Degenerative Disorders
- Lesson Summary
Diploma in Clinical Nursing Skills – Second Assessment
Description: You must score 80% or more to pass this assessment.
- Assessment: Diploma in Clinical Nursing Skills – Second Assessment
Course assessment
- Assessment: Diploma in Clinical Nursing Skills – Final Assessment
Certification / Credits
Having completed this course you will be able to:
- Describe the anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular system
- Describe the anatomy and physiology of the respiratory system
- Explain the disorders which can affect the hepato-biliary system
- Identify the signs and symptoms of diabetes
- Identify the symptoms of hyperglycemia
- Explain the different types of cranial nerve disorders
- Describe the different types of diagnostic procedures used to evaluate cranial, spinal and brain injuries
- Explain the steps to take in medical and nursing management treatment of degenerative neurological diseases
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