Lesson 1Principles and components of anaesthesia machines and ventilatorsThis part introduces parts of anaesthesia machines and ventilators, like gas supply, vaporisers, breathing circuits, and ventilator settings. It stresses pre-use checks, leak tests, and safe settings for various patients in local hospitals.
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 programming rates and volumes. It covers occlusion and air alarms, basic drug libraries, and double-checks to avoid dosing mistakes 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, canisters, and tubing. It includes setting proper negative pressure, attaching surgical tips, and fixing common blockages, leaks, and overflows for good suction during operations.
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 units for anaesthesia machines. It explains scavenging, leak dangers, and regular checks to avoid mix-ups and gas supply issues in Ugandan 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 basic monitoring during surgery: 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 reusable and single-use items like scopes, cables, and electrodes. It discusses material limits, cleaning steps, compatibility with machines, and risks of wrong reuse or mismatch on patient safety.
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 OT table and light designs, controls, and accessories. It covers patient positioning, weight limits, padding, and electrical safety. Learners practise safe changes for better access while protecting patients.
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 shocking steps, and safety checks to prevent staff shocks and treat heart rhythms effectively.
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 like camera, light, and insufflator. It covers cable links, white balance, pressure settings, gas flow, and safety to avoid burns, gas clots, and leaks during procedures.
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 ESU parts, monopolar and bipolar modes, current paths, and return electrode use. It highlights setup, pre-checks, and safety to prevent burns and stray energy harm in surgeries.
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
