This course is under development and is not accessible to all users.
Development status
Registration | Planning | Production | Beta testing | Alpha testing | Launch |
Complete: 06/01/2022 | Complete: 07/01/2022 | Current Phase |
Overview
Suitable for anyone who works with neonates, especially level 1 trainees.
Takes 30 minutes
Certificate for completing this course
Takes 30 minutes
Certificate for completing this course
Managing babies born in poor condition requires good clinical skills including an understanding of the clinical information, the events perinatally and the correct interpretation of investigations including cord gases and CFM. Further to this you need to communicate to distressed parents effectively. This module introduces a baby born in poor condition and walks you through how to manage Hypoxic Ischaemic Encephalopathy.
Course director
Sarah Arthur
ST6 Speciality Trainee in Paediatrics
Maria Tsakmakis
Consultant Neonatologist
North Bristol NHS Trust
Learning objectives
- Identify babies born in poor condition and the differentials
- Understand what is meant by HIE
- Get tips for the full neuro exam
- Learn how to interpret CFM
- Understand decision making in HIE
- Key communication points for families and tertiary centres