Diploma in Intensive Care Unit Technician

Diploma in Intensive Care Unit Technician

Year 1: Foundation in Critical Care

1. Human Anatomy & Physiology

  • Topics Covered:

    • Structure and function of human body systems

    • Musculoskeletal, respiratory, circulatory, digestive, and nervous systems

    • Endocrine and reproductive systems

    • Blood composition and functions

2. Biochemistry

  • Topics Covered:

    • Basic biochemical processes

    • Metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins, and lipids

    • Enzymes and hormones

3. Basic Communication & Soft Skills

  • Topics Covered:

    • Effective communication techniques

    • Patient interaction

    • Teamwork and interpersonal skills

4. Basic IT Skills

  • Topics Covered:

    • Introduction to computer hardware and software

    • Use of MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

    • Internet usage and email communication

5. Anesthetic Equipment – I

  • Topics Covered:

    • Overview of anesthesia machines

    • Monitoring devices

    • Sterilization techniques

6. Essentials of Clinical Medicine

  • Topics Covered:

    • Basic medical terminology

    • Introduction to clinical procedures

    • Patient assessment techniques

7. Patient & Staff Safety

  • Topics Covered:

    • Infection control practices

    • Safety protocols in ICU

    • Handling medical emergencies

8. Infection Control

  • Topics Covered:

    • Sterilization and disinfection methods

    • Personal protective equipment (PPE)

    • Preventing hospital-acquired infections


📘 Year 2: Advanced Critical Care Techniques

1. Pathology

  • Topics Covered:

    • Understanding diseases and their causes

    • Laboratory diagnostic techniques

    • Blood and tissue analysis

2. Pharmacology & Microbiology

  • Topics Covered:

    • Drug classifications and mechanisms

    • Microbial infections and their treatments

    • Antibiotics and resistance patterns

3. Basics of Anesthesiology

  • Topics Covered:

    • Principles of anesthesia

    • Preoperative assessment

    • Anesthetic agents and their effects

4. Anesthetic Equipment – II

  • Topics Covered:

    • Advanced anesthesia machines

    • Ventilators and their settings

    • Monitoring systems

5. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) & Trauma Life Support

  • Topics Covered:

    • Techniques of CPR

    • Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS)

    • Trauma management protocols

6. ICU Management

  • Topics Covered:

    • ICU setup and organization

    • Patient monitoring systems

    • Ventilator management

7. Anesthesia in Surgical Specialties – I & II

  • Topics Covered:

    • Anesthesia techniques for various surgeries

    • Monitoring during surgical procedures

    • Postoperative care

8. Biomedical Engineering

  • Topics Covered:

    • Medical equipment maintenance

    • Troubleshooting ICU devices

    • Calibration of machines

9. Pain Management

  • Topics Covered:

    • Assessment of pain

    • Pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments

    • Patient comfort strategies

 


🩺 Practical Training

  • Clinical Rotations:

    • Hands-on experience in ICU settings

    • Exposure to various medical procedures

    • Interaction with patients under supervision

  • Skills Development:

    • Monitoring vital signs

    • Operating medical equipment

    • Assisting in emergency procedures

 

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