Price: $600 8:00 am - 4:30 pm CDT
Adult ECMO Specialist Course — Didactic Only
Faculty: Program director Joseph Basha, CCP , Mark M. Mettauer, MD , Kimberlee Spurlin, BSN, RN, CCRN , Mike Brown, CCP , Vickie L. Carlyle, RN-BSN, CCRN, E-AEC
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Day 2 - Overview
Adult ECMO Specialist Training Course: Didactic Day 2
Building on the foundational knowledge from Day 1, the second day of the Adult ECMO Specialist Training Course covers advanced topics crucial for a comprehensive understanding of ECMO management. This day is structured to further enrich the knowledge base of healthcare professionals involved in ECMO care, addressing both technical and clinical aspects of ECMO support.
The day begins with an exploration of monitoring circuit pressures at 8:00 AM, focusing on identifying and managing circuit dynamics and abnormalities. This session is key for maintaining ECMO circuit integrity and ensuring patient safety.
Cannulation techniques are discussed from 9:00 to 10:00 AM, highlighting VV and VA configurations and special considerations. This technical workshop is essential for those directly involved in the ECMO initiation process, offering practical insights into optimal cannulation strategies.
Cardiac pathologies leading to ECMO support are covered from 10:00 to 11:00 AM. This discussion provides crucial criteria for ECMO support, addressing pre and post-operative considerations and highlighting patient selection nuances.
The initiation of ECMO, including priming, patient preparation, and initial settings, is thoroughly explored from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM. This comprehensive overview is critical for ensuring a seamless transition to ECMO support.
Afternoon sessions, starting at 1:00 PM post-lunch, delve into VA ECMO management, ECPR and transport logistics, and the integration of CRRT with ECMO. These advanced topics emphasize the multidisciplinary nature of ECMO care, highlighting the collaboration required among healthcare teams.
The day concludes with a focus on patient emergencies on ECMO, equipping participants with the knowledge to manage bleeding, cardiac arrest, and other critical situations effectively.
Employing interactive lecture formats, discussions, and Q&A sessions, Day 2 of the course ensures participants are well-prepared to tackle complex challenges in ECMO management, enhancing their ability to contribute effectively to patient care teams in various healthcare settings.
Second day of course 9 hour sesson.
