Course Description:

Fundamentals of Critical Care Support is a 2 day course developed under the direction of the Society of Critical Care Medicine (SCCM) in the US.  The curriculum is presented as independent subject sections allowing for emphasis or de-emphasis of some subject matter based on participant experience and knowledge.  Material is presented as a series of morning lectures followed by afternoon workshops.

FCCS is provided by several institutions in Saudi Arabia under the license and direction of SCCM. The Saudi Critical Care Society is excited to provide this course to participants at SCCS 2010 Jeddah.

Target audience:
ICU, ER, Neurology, Neurosurgery and Neuro-radiology physician, nurses, respiratory therapist and physiotherapist.

Lecture Topics:
Assessing the Seriously Ill Patient
Airway Management
Cardiopulmonary/Cerebral Resuscitation
Diagnosis and Management of Acute Respiratory Failure
Mechanical Ventilation
Basic Hemodynamic Monitoring
Diagnosis and Management of Shock
Neurologic Support
Basic Trauma and Burn Management
Acute Coronary Syndromes
Life-Threatening Infections: Diagnosis and Antibiotic Selection
Management of Life-Threatening Electrolyte and Metabolic Disturbances
Special Considerations
Critical Care in Pregnancy
Medical Ethics
General Pediatric versus Adult Patient Considerations

Skill Stations:
Airway Management
Vascular Access
Mechanical Ventilation (Basic, Advanced I & II) and Non-invasive Ventilation
Trauma
Defibrillation, Transcutaneous Pacing, Pericardiocentesis