COURSE CONTENT

Theory

Diagnostic approach, monitoring and treatment of cardio-respiratory failure

Diagnosis and treatment of different types of shock

Mechanical ventilation

Hemodynamic monitoring

Acid-base and electrolyte disorders

Diagnostic and therapeutic approach to serious infections in the ICU

Clinical practice

Monitoring of vital functions and ventilatory support in the critically ill patient in the ICU

Discussion of different clinical cases-problem-based learning and understanding of the pathophysiology of critical illness