OPENPediatrics Courses

Cyanotic Congenital Cardiac Defects - Physiology of Cyanosis

Comprehensive overview of cyanotic congenital cardiac defects, covering physiology, evaluation, and management. Explores pulmonary cyanosis, persistent pulmonary hypertension, and factors affecting arterial oxygen saturation.

• YouTube
• 36 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Critical Care - History and Hopes for the Future

Dr. Thompson explores PICU history, from polio units to modern care, highlighting technological advancements, changing roles, and future aspirations in pediatric critical care medicine.

• YouTube
• 46 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Developmentally Appropriate Coping in the ICU

Explore coping strategies for pediatric ICU patients, including play and distraction techniques. Learn how child life specialists support children and tips for healthcare professionals to enhance patient care.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Management of the Intubated Asthmatic Patient

Comprehensive guide on managing intubated asthmatic patients, covering ventilator settings, hypercarbia, hemodynamics, medications, weaning, and extubation readiness. Essential for pediatric critical care providers.

• YouTube
• 29 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Distraction Free Practice in the Ambulatory Setting

Learn about the Red Zone initiative for distraction-free medical practice, reducing patient errors in ambulatory settings. Discover implementation strategies and culture changes for improved healthcare delivery.

• YouTube
• 25 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Infectious Complications in the Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant Patient

Comprehensive overview of infectious complications in hematopoietic stem cell transplant patients, covering risk factors, timeline, and management approaches for healthcare professionals.

• YouTube
• 33 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Building a Simulation Program - Responsive Infrastructure, Platforms and Applications

Detailed exploration of simulation program operations, benefits, and global impact in healthcare. Insights on infrastructure, platforms, and applications from Harvard Medical School expert.

• YouTube
• 32 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Ethics and the Law - Applications in the NICU

Explore ethical and legal considerations in NICU decision-making through case studies, statutory laws, and the role of caregivers. Learn how ethics and law intersect in critical neonatal care situations.

• YouTube
• 22 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Pulmonary Hypertension Assessment - Bench to Bedside

Comprehensive overview of pediatric pulmonary hypertension, covering classification, epidemiology, endothelial basis, and current research, with focus on congenital heart disease and hemodynamic forces.

• YouTube
• 46 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Cultural & Religious Sensitivity for Newborns

Explore legal and moral obligations in addressing cultural and religious sensitivities of families with critically ill children in ICU settings, enhancing healthcare provider knowledge and communication.

• YouTube
• 26 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Speaking About Life and Death in the NICU - Annie Janvier for OPENPediatrics

Dr. Janvier discusses ethical approaches to communicating with parents of critically ill children in the NICU, emphasizing personalized information and understanding parental perspectives for improved end-of-life care.

• YouTube
• 38 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Psychological Interventions for Pediatric Chronic Pain

Explore psychological approaches for managing pediatric chronic pain, including cognitive-behavioral therapy and acceptance commitment therapy, with insights on stress-pain relationships and theoretical models.

• YouTube
• 31 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Protocols and Guidelines in Acute Care - 2019 in Memoriam

Explore guidelines, protocols, and bundles in acute care with Dr. Kavanagh. Learn about their implementation, potential consequences, and effectiveness in improving patient outcomes and healthcare practices.

• YouTube
• 50 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Stevens STAR Model of Knowledge Transformation

Explore evidence-based practice nursing through the Stevens STAR Model, covering key steps, stakeholder involvement, implementation science, and strategies for sustainable healthcare improvements.

• YouTube
• 32 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Pediatric Delirium - Impact and Opportunities

Comprehensive overview of pediatric delirium in PICU: causes, detection, impact, and prevention strategies. Equips healthcare providers with knowledge to improve patient outcomes and reduce delirium rates.

• YouTube
• 39 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video