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  • Preparing you, your colleagues and your unit for a bronchiolitis surge (RCEM)

    Initially prepared in anticipation of the respiratory surge in 2021 and 2022, this is a compendium of resources from the Royal College of Emergency (RCEM) based on Covid-19 and childhood respiratory illnesses to help prepare for a bronchiolitis surge.

    • Adult Ward Staff Nurse
    • Paediatric Ward Nurse
    Date added
    8/13/2021
    Format
    Text
    Estimated duration
    15 min

  • Overview of Bronchiolitis for Families and Carers

    This NHS webpage provides professional advice for families and carers of children who may have bronchiolitis. It includes an overview of causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, complications and prevention. It also explains when to seek medical help if you think a child in your care is unwell.

      Date added
      6/29/2021
      Format
      Text
      Estimated duration
      10 min

    • Fundamentals of Bronchiolitis presentation and management

      This webpage provides videos, podcast and written information on the physiology and management of bronchiolitis of the child for those gaining initial knowledge in a healthcare setting

        Date added
        6/29/2021
        Format
        Video
        Estimated duration
        30 min

      • Clips of Abnormal respiratory signs in Children and infants (Healthier Together)

        A variety of clips showing grunting, recession, croup, head bobbing, abdominal breathing and a quick guide to counting respirations in a child and baby.

        • Community Paediatric Nurse
        • Health Visitor
        • GP/Community Medical Staff
        • A&E Nurse
        • Adult Ward Staff Nurse
        • NICU Nurse
        • Paediatric Ward Nurse
        • Medical Staff
        • Paediatric Level 2 Nurse
        • PICU Nurse
        • Adult ICU Nurse
        • Physiotherapist
        • Dietitian/SALT
        • Pharmacy
        • Medical Scientist
        Date added
        9/7/2021
        Format
        Video
        Estimated duration
        10 min

      • Discharging babies with bronchiolitis from the Emergency Department (DFTB)

        This infographic from DFTB reminds of 1. When we can discharge babies from the ED and 2. Information we should be providing upon discharge

        • Community Paediatric Nurse
        • Health Visitor
        • GP/Community Medical Staff
        • A&E Nurse
        • Adult Ward Staff Nurse
        • NICU Nurse
        • Paediatric Ward Nurse
        • Medical Staff
        • Paediatric Level 2 Nurse
        • PICU Nurse
        • Adult ICU Nurse
        Date added
        8/3/2021
        Format
        Infographic
        Estimated duration
        2 min

      Extension learning

      Duration: 4 hours 7 minutes

      • Bronchiolitis module (DFTB)

        Education module based on the clinical management of bronchiolitis. Participants will complete case discussions on treatment options, escalation of care, nutrition and intubation, differential diagnoses and complete a simulation and final quiz.

        • A&E Nurse
        • Paediatric Level 2 Nurse
        Date added
        8/3/2021
        Format
        Interactive
        Estimated duration
        120 min

      • High Flow Nasal Canula Oxygen Therapy, at a glance (DFTB)

        This resource is a summary of evidence-based use of high flow nasal cannula. The infographic is a practical guide covering the basics to support clinicians in practice.

        • A&E Nurse
        • Paediatric Level 2 Nurse
        Date added
        8/13/2021
        Format
        Infographic
        Estimated duration
        2 min

      • 10 Thinks: A Message From Parents (DFTB)

        Infographic outlining ten key messages from parents and caregivers to their child's treating team. The post highlights the importance of maintaining a strong parent-clinician relationship and including family in all aspects of patient care.

        • Community Paediatric Nurse
        • Health Visitor
        • GP/Community Medical Staff
        • A&E Nurse
        • Adult Ward Staff Nurse
        • NICU Nurse
        • Paediatric Ward Nurse
        • Medical Staff
        • Paediatric Level 2 Nurse
        • PICU Nurse
        • Adult ICU Nurse
        • Physiotherapist
        • Dietitian/SALT
        • Pharmacy
        • Medical Scientist
        Date added
        8/3/2021
        Format
        Infographic
        Estimated duration
        5 min

      • Paediatric Respiratory Surge Cross Skilling Competency Document for Ward Based Staff

        A downloadable resource to be used for cross skilling of staff on a ward based level including competencies in NG Tubes, Suctioning, Medicine Management and Heated Humidified High Flow Therapy

        • Community Paediatric Nurse
        • Health Visitor
        • GP/Community Medical Staff
        • A&E Nurse
        • Adult Ward Staff Nurse
        • NICU Nurse
        • Adult ICU Nurse
        Date added
        8/13/2021
        Format
        Text
        Estimated duration
        120 min

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