Lesson 1Principles and parts of anaesthesia machines and ventilatorsThis lesson shows the parts of anaesthesia machines and ventilators, like gas supply, vaporizers, breathing tubes, and different ventilator settings. It stresses doing checks before use, testing for leaks, and setting safe levels for various patients.
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: basic programming, blockage and air alarms, double-check stepsThis lesson covers parts of infusion and syringe pumps, how to load them, and programming speed and amount. It explains alarms for blockages and air in lines, basic drug lists, and double-checks to avoid mistakes in giving medicine.
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 levels, and fixing common blockagesThis lesson explains parts of suction systems, containers, and tubes. It covers setting the right suction pressure, connecting tips for surgery, and fixing common blockages, leaks, and overflows to keep suction working well.
Central vs portable suction unitsCanisters, liners, and tubing setupSetting and monitoring suction pressureConnecting tips and preventing tissue traumaClearing blockages and managing overflowLesson 4Medical gas pipes and waste gas systems for anaesthesia machines and leak dangersThis lesson covers parts of medical gas pipes, colour codes, and connections for anaesthesia machines. It explains waste gas systems, risks of leaks, and regular checks to stop wrong connections and gas supply problems.
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 watching: ECG, blood pressure without needle, oxygen levels, temperature and alarm settingsThis lesson introduces basic watching during surgery: ECG, blood pressure without needle, oxygen in blood, and temperature. It explains placing leads, positioning sensors, alarm limits, and handling common false readings and warnings.
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 6Items that can be sterilised vs one-time use: viewing tools, cables, electrodes, and how matching affects safetyThis lesson compares items that can be cleaned and reused with those for one use, like viewing tools, cables, and electrodes. It covers material limits, cleaning steps, matching with machines, and how wrong reuse or mismatch can harm patients.
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 7Operation table and lights: positioning, weight limits, and electrical safetyThis lesson explains design, controls, and extras for operation tables and lights. It covers placing patients, weight limits, padding, and electrical safety. You will practise safe changes to give good access while keeping the patient safe.
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 levels, pad placement and safety checksThis lesson introduces defibrillator types, energy ways, and when to use them. It explains placing pads, using gel, charging and shocking steps, and safety checks to avoid shocks to staff and treat heart rhythm problems well.
Manual vs automated defibrillator typesEnergy selection and escalation strategiesAdult and pediatric pad placementCharging, discharge, and safety commandsRoutine testing and battery maintenanceLesson 9Laparoscopic tower parts: camera, light, gas blower, gas pressures and safetyThis lesson details parts of the laparoscopic tower, like camera, light source, and gas blower. It explains connecting cables, balancing white, gas pressures, flow, and safety steps to stop burns, gas blocks, and leaks.
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): one-point vs two-point modes, safety circuits, return pad useThis lesson explains parts of electrosurgical units, one-point and two-point modes, current flow, and return pad use. It highlights setup, checks before use, and safety to prevent burns and stray energy harm.
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
