HITS: Entry Level Nursing
By Apollo Simulation Centre
Description
Heparin-Induced Thrombocytopenia and Thrombosis Syndrome (HITS) is a potentially life-threatening complication of heparin therapy. As an entry-level nurse, understanding HITS involves knowing its pathophysiology, clinical presentation (e.g., sudden drop in platelet count, new thrombosis), and diagnostic criteria (e.g., anti-PF4 antibodies). Your responsibilities including assessing patients for signs and symptoms, monitoring laboratory values, and managing anticoagulation therapy under the guidance of healthcare providers. Effective patient education is crucial to ensure they understand the signs of HITS and the importance of medication adherence. Collaboration with the healthcare team is essential for prompt recognition and management of HITS, ensuring patient safety and positive outcomes.
- Understanding HITS: Grasp the concept of HITS, including its pathophysiology, clinical presentation, and diagnostic criteria.
- Patient Assessment: Recognise signs and symptoms of HITS, such as sudden onset thrombocytopenia, new thrombosis, or skin changes.
- Monitoring and Management: Competently monitoring patients for HITS, including laboratory tests (e.g., platelet count, anti-PF4 antibodies) and managing anticoagulation therapy
- Patient Education: Educate patients about the signs and symptoms of HITS, the importance of medication adherence, and when to seek medical help.
- Collaboration: Work collaboratively with healthcare team members to ensure prompt recognition and management of HITS and maintain effective communication with patients and families.
Course Price: ₹0.00
Course Duration:
3 Days
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Lecture modules
Access period: 1 month
Clear concepts
Knobology exercises
3D anatomy correlation
Interactive learning
Library of cases for demonstration and assessment
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Curriculum
Faculty
Course Co-ordinator
Ms. Durga Devi Elumalai
Allied Health Instructor,
Apollo Simulation Center,
Apollo Speciality Hospitals, Vanagaram, Chennai
Fee
Note
- INR: Inclusive of GST payable on submission of application.
- All above-mentioned fees are applicable only for Indian nationals. Conversion and bank charges for international payments will be additional.
Documents Required
- The applicant should enclose a valid postgraduate degree certificate.
- Postgraduate students should submit their undergraduate certificate and letter from Head of the Department.
- Address proof (Aadhar card/Passport).
- Kindly note that all the applications shall be screened and selected by the course convenor.
