Co-funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA).

Nursing Cardiovascular Neonatal Care

LEARNING OUTCOMES

The cardiovascular system of the newborn is very different compared to the intrauterine period and during this shift period many morbidities occur. The nurses will learn the pathophysiology and management of patent ductus arteriosus, arrhythmias, congenital heart diseases, hypo, hyper -tension, cyanosis and pulmonary hypertension.They will also learn the skill of catheterization of different vessels on neonates, such as peripheral veins, umbilical vessels and placing a PICC line.

You can download the list of theoretical courses and practical activities of this discipline from here:

PDF