EAPCI NAPs Online Course

The aim

• To deliver a standardised educational programme for all nurses and allied professionals working in a cathlab
• To deliver the knowledge required to work at a higher level in the cathlab setting
• To provide nine modules covering the EAPCI NAPs Curriculum

The course content follows the Curriculum with a focus on:

• The cathlab environment: the importance of the team in primary PCI and managing emergencies in the cathlab; cathlab safety; patient pre-, peri- and post-procedural management.
• The coronaries and PCI: coronary artery disease, coronary anatomy; history of PCI, PCI toolbox; angiographic views; ECG interpretation.
• Advanced/complex PCI: imaging (IVUS & OCT); pressure wiring, managing calcium; Introduction to CTO.
• Structural procedures: Imaging, pacing, and management of patient pre-, peri-, and post-procedure
• Radiation safety and radiation protection: for patients and personnel in the cathlab.
• Patient-centred care: principles and practice of person and family care, shared decision making, patient rights and safety.

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• Fundamentals and cardiovascular pathophysiology
• Procedures and techniques
• Radiation and imaging in cardiovascular interventions
• Optimising cardiovascular health
• Assessment, planning, and managing patient care
• Pharmacology and appropriate use of medications in the cathlab
• Principles and practices of person and family-centred care & emotional care
• Physical well-being and comfort
• Evaluation of the quality of care and research in interventional cardiology