Nurses Advanced Laparoscopy Surgery Training Program

This course is conducted on a per diem basis. If you are interested in bringing this course to your institution, please contact Julie Johnson at 212-844-1413 or jjohnson@chpnet.org.

Course Overview
A team approach by all surgical team members is essential for providing a positive outcome for Laparoscopic surgery. Success and positive outcomes are closely linked to the training and experience of the surgical team. A basic undeSrstanding of the anatomy and physiology of the surgical approach provides all team members with guidelines as to the expectations of the surgeon and desired outcome. This knowledge is essential in providing decisions around positioning and plan of care. This program can help the participants anticipate potential complications so they can be responded to in a more efficient manner.

Objectives

Individuals completing this program should be able to:

       1.   Describe the function and features of the major components of an endoscopic video _______isystem.
       2.   List the steps required to set up and connect the various components of an endoscopic _______ivisualization system.
       3.   Explain the steps that can be taken if the system appears to be malfunctioning.
       4.   Discuss how to decontaminate and disinfect or sterilize the components of the system _____i__ithat will be used at the sterile field.
       5.   Describe the steps in the techniques of the advanced laparoscopic procedures.
       6.   Demonstrate efficient, ergonomically friendly OR set-up.
       7.   Perform simulated laparoscopic tasks.

Sample Agenda

07:30 - 08:00          Registration & Breakfast

08:00 - 08:15          Introduction “Pushing the Edge of an Envelope in Surgical Health
                             Care Delivery in the 21st Century”

08:15 - 08:45          Trocar Placement and Operating Room Set Up Strategies

08:45 - 09:15          Case Set Up Efficiency Strategies

09:15 - 10:15          Review of Advanced Laparoscopic Procedures Part I
                             • Hernia Repair
                             • Common Bile Duct Exploration
                             • Anti Reflux Procedures

10:15 - 10:30           Break

10:30 - 11:30           Review of Advanced Laparoscopic Procedures Part II
                              • Intestinal Surgery
                              • Splenectomy
                              • Adrenalectomy
                              • Mini Laparoscopy without general anesthesia
                              • Bariatric Procedures

11:30 - 12:00           The Basics of Visualization Equipment set up (Part 1)

12:00 - 1:00             Lunch

1:00 - 1:15              The Basics of Visualization Equipment set up (Part 2)

1:15 - 1:30              Current Issues in Telemedicine

1:30 – 1:45              Break

1:45 – 2:15              Cognitive Testing

2:15 - 4:15              Laboratory Sessions: 4 stations
                               1. Stryker/Storz Video Tower
                               2. Ethicon/US Surgical #1
                               3. Ethicon/US Surgical #2
                               4. Top Gun Laparoscopic Skill Workshop

4:15 - 4:30               Awards ceremony