Training activity information
Details
Apply nitric oxide therapy to a patient to include:
- Set up
- Preparation
- Connection to the patient
Type
Developmental training activity (DTA)
Evidence requirements
Evidence the activity has been undertaken by the trainee​.
Reflection on the activity at one or more time points after the event including learning from the activity and/or areas of the trainees practice for development.
An action plan to implement learning and/or to address skills or knowledge gaps identified.
Considerations
- Prescription for the intervention
- Equipment is fit for purpose
- Connection to the patient
- Infection control
- Contraindications
- Risk management
- Continuous monitoring
- Patient centred care and support
- Communication with patients, relatives and the clinical team
- Top up education for bedside healthcare professionals
- Safe storage of drugs
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 5 |
Outcome
Set up, apply and manage a range of adjunct ventilation therapies. |
| # 6 |
Outcome
Assess clinical and technical issues with ventilators and troubleshoot accurately. |