You will learn how to carry out advanced procedures such as airway management, cardiac monitoring, CPR, and blood sampling (learning what phlebotomy is and how to perform it). You’ll also understand safe medication administration and post-mortem care, with a strong emphasis on ethics and professionalism.
Every Second Counts: Advanced and Emergency Clinical Skills
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Every Second Counts: Advanced and Emergency Clinical Skills
This course is part of Interactive 3D Clinical Skills: A Gamified Experience Specialization
Instructors: Hilary Gupte
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2 hours to complete
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You will learn to perform CPR and apply key procedures like cardiac monitoring, airway care, and phlebotomy in clinical settings
You will learn when and how to act in emergencies, making safe, rapid clinical decisions to protect patients and support effective care
You will learn to uphold ethical and legal standards in advanced care, including safe medication use and respectful end-of-life support
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June 2025
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There are 4 modules in this course
Learn how to safely manage and administer medicines in real healthcare settings. This module introduces you to the core principles of safe medication administration, from understanding administration routes to supporting patient confidence in treatment.
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5 videos1 assignment
This module prepares you to respond to life-threatening situations with confidence and clarity. You’ll learn how emergency care is delivered in hospitals and communities and develop the mindset needed to stay calm and act quickly under pressure.
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9 videos1 assignment
Explore how blood tests guide diagnosis and patient monitoring in modern healthcare. This module helps you connect theory with practice, from drawing blood safely to understanding how lab results inform clinical decision making in nursing and across care teams.
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6 videos1 assignment
Gain insight into how healthcare professionals provide dignified care after death. This module teaches the practical and emotional skills needed to support families and uphold cultural and ethical standards in post-mortem care.
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Frequently asked questions
Phlebotomy is the process of drawing blood from a patient, often for testing or transfusions. In this course, you’ll learn what phlebotomy is, when it's used in clinical care, and how to approach blood sampling safely and professionally
As part of this course, you’ll learn how to perform CPR safely as part of a structured emergency response. This includes recognizing when CPR is needed and ensuring airway management
This course covers safe medication administration practices, including dosage awareness, handling procedures, and the importance of professional responsibility when supporting medication delivery in healthcare settings
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