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). You’ll be responsible for assessing patients for signs and symptoms, monitoring laboratory values, and managing anticoagulation therapy under the guidance of healthcare providers. 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: Understanding the concept of HITS (Heparin-Induced Thrombocytopenia and Thrombosis Syndrome), including its pathophysiology, clinical presentation, and diagnostic criteria.
- Patient Assessment: Ability to recognize signs and symptoms of HITS, such as sudden onset thrombocytopenia, new thrombosis, or skin changes.
- Monitoring and Management: Competence in monitoring patients for HITS, including laboratory tests (e.g., platelet count, anti-PF4 antibodies) and managing anticoagulation therapy.
- Patient Education: Providing patient education on signs and symptoms of HITS, importance of medication adherence, and when to seek medical help.
- Collaboration: Collaboration with healthcare team members to ensure prompt recognition and management of HITS, and 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
3-D anatomy corelation
Interactive Learning
Library of cases for demonstration and assessment
Offers
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
- Applicant should enclose a valid Post Graduate degree certificate.
- Post graduate 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.
