Lesson 1Principles and components of anaesthesia machines and ventilatorsThis part introduces the parts of anaesthesia machines and ventilators, like gas supply, vaporisers, breathing circuits, and ventilator settings. It stresses checks before use, leak tests, and safe settings 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: programming basics, occlusion/air-in-line alarms, double-check routinesThis part discusses infusion and syringe pump parts, how to load them, and programming rates and volumes. It covers occlusion and air-in-line alarms, basic drug libraries, and double-checks to avoid dosing mistakes.
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, canisters, and tubing. It includes setting proper negative pressure, attaching surgical tips, 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 pipeline and scavenging basics relevant to anaesthesia machines and leak risksThis part covers medical gas pipeline parts, colour coding, and units for anaesthesia machines. It explains scavenging systems, leak dangers, and regular checks to avoid wrong connections and gas supply issues.
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 basic monitoring during operations: ECG, non-invasive blood pressure, pulse oximetry, and temperature. It covers lead placement, probe positioning, alarm settings, and handling common errors and alerts.
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 items that can be sterilised and those for single use, like scopes, cables, and electrodes. It discusses material limits, cleaning steps, compatibility with machines, and risks from wrong reuse or mismatch.
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 extras for OT tables and lights. It covers patient positioning, weight limits, padding, and electrical safety. Learners will practise safe changes to improve access while keeping patients 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 settings, pads placement and safety checksThis part introduces defibrillator types, energy levels, and uses. It explains pad placement, gel application, charging and discharging, and safety checks to prevent shocks to staff and ensure good treatment for heart rhythms.
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 tower parts, including camera, light source, and insufflator. It covers cable links, white balance, insufflation pressures, gas flow, and safety to avoid burns, gas embolism, 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): monopolar vs bipolar modes, safety circuits, return electrode useThis part explains electrosurgical unit parts, monopolar and bipolar modes, current flow, and return electrode use. It highlights setup, pre-use checks, 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
