Lesson 1Principles and components of anaesthesia machines and ventilatorsThis part introduces parts of anaesthesia machines and ventilators, like gas supply, vaporisers, breathing tubes, and ventilation types. It stresses checks before use, leak tests, and safe settings for various patients in local clinics.
Gas supply paths and pressure regulatorsVaporizers, flowmeters, and safety interlocksBreathing circuits and CO₂ absorptionVentilator modes and key parametersMachine pre-use checks and leak testingLesson 2Infusion and syringe pumps: programming basics, occlusion/air-in-line alarms, double-check routinesThis part discusses infusion and syringe pump parts, loading methods, and setting rates and volumes. It covers blockage and air alarms, basic drug libraries, and double-checks to avoid medicine errors in theatre settings.
Pump types, channels, and key componentsCorrect syringe loading and line primingProgramming rate, volume, and VTBIOcclusion and air-in-line alarms handlingDouble-check routines and drug librariesLesson 3Suction systems, pressure settings, and troubleshooting common blockagesThis part explains suction system parts, containers, and tubes. It includes setting proper suction pressure, attaching operation tips, and fixing common blocks, leaks, and overflows for good suction during procedures.
Central vs portable suction unitsCanisters, liners, and tubing setupSetting and monitoring suction pressureConnecting tips and preventing tissue traumaClearing blockages and managing overflowLesson 4Medical gas pipeline and scavenging basics relevant to anaesthesia machines and leak risksThis part covers medical gas pipeline parts, colour codes, and outlets for anaesthesia machines. It explains waste gas systems, leak dangers, and regular checks to avoid mix-ups and gas shortages in facilities.
Pipeline sources, manifolds, and alarmsGas color coding and outlet identificationConnecting machines to wall outlets safelyScavenging systems and waste gas controlLeak checks and cross-connection risksLesson 5Basic patient monitoring: ECG, NIBP, SpO2, temperature and alarm limitsThis part introduces simple monitoring during operations: heart tracing, blood pressure without needle, oxygen levels, and body heat. It covers lead positions, sensor placement, alarm settings, and handling false signals.
ECG lead placement and artifact reductionNIBP cuff sizing, cycling, and errorsSpO2 probe selection and motion artifactsCore and surface temperature monitoringSetting and adjusting alarm limits safelyLesson 6Sterilizable vs single-use accessories: scopes, cables, electrodes, and how compatibility affects safetyThis part compares reusable and one-time accessories like viewing tools, wires, and pads. It discusses material limits, cleaning steps, matching with machines, and risks of wrong reuse or mismatch to patient health.
Classification of reusable and single-use itemsMaterial limits: heat, chemicals, and wearScope and cable compatibility with generatorsLabeling, tracking, and shelf-life controlRisks of off-label reuse and damage detectionLesson 7OT table and lights: positioning, load limits, and electrical safetyThis part explains design, controls, and add-ons for operation tables and lights. It covers patient placement, weight limits, cushioning, and power safety, with practice on safe changes for better access and protection.
Table sections, controls, and accessoriesSafe patient positioning and paddingLoad limits and weight distributionOT light focusing and shadow managementElectrical safety and cable routingLesson 8Defibrillator types, energy settings, pads placement and safety checksThis part introduces defibrillator kinds, power levels, and uses. It explains pad positions, gel application, charging and shocking steps, and checks to prevent staff shocks and ensure heart rhythm treatment works.
Manual vs automated defibrillator typesEnergy selection and escalation strategiesAdult and pediatric pad placementCharging, discharge, and safety commandsRoutine testing and battery maintenanceLesson 9Laparoscopic tower components: camera, light source, insufflator, insufflation pressures and gas safetyThis part details laparoscopic setup parts, including camera, light, and gas blower. It covers wire links, colour balance, gas pressures, flow rates, and safety to avoid burns, gas blocks, and leaks in minimal cuts.
Tower layout and cable managementCamera head, coupler, and white balanceLight source settings and fiber safetyInsufflator setup, pressures, and flowsCO₂ gas safety, leaks, and embolism risksLesson 10Electrosurgical units (ESU): monopolar vs bipolar modes, safety circuits, return electrode useThis part explains electrosurgery unit parts, single and dual modes, current paths, and return pad use. It highlights setup, pre-checks, and measures to stop burns and stray energy harms during cuts.
Monopolar ESU circuit and current pathwaysBipolar ESU operation and clinical indicationsPower settings, cut vs coagulation modesReturn electrode types, placement, and checksESU safety checks and common alarm conditions
