Assist with Bronchoscopy Procedure

This module explains the proper steps to perform a bronchoscopy procedure.

A bronchoscopy is a procedure that is useful in aiding physicians in diagnosing and treating lung disease. A bronchoscope with an attached camera and tube is introduced through the nose or mouth and fed down through the trachea to the bronchial tree, to visual the detail of the bronchial tree and surrounding lung tissue.This module will explore the proper steps to perform a bronchoscopy procedure. Including both Learn and Test modes, the online simulator will test your ability to assist in performing a bronchoscopy procedure. Practice the steps of the procedure as often as you want until you are confident.

You’ll learn

pre-procedure considerations
indications for a bronchoscopy
how to assist in performing a bronchoscopy procedure
correct recording and reporting procedures
much more (see Content Details for more specific information)

Introduction

Step 1 - Module introduction and expectations

Step 2 - Preparation

Step 2.1 - Equipment preparation

Step 2.1.1 - Bronchoscopy equipment

Step 2.1.2 - Monitoring equipment

Step 2.1.3 - Procedure room equipment

Step 2.1.4 - Medications

Step 2.2 - Patient preparation

Step 2.3 - Medical professional preparation

Step 3 - Assist with bronchoscopy procedure

Step 3.1 - Prepare anesthesia

Step 3.2 - Prepare airway for bronchial scope

Step 3.3 - Assist with bronchoscope procedure

Step 4 - Process specimens and monitor the patient

Step 5 - Complete the procedure

Describe the pre-procedure considerations for bronchoscopy.
Describe and demonstrate how to assist with a bronchoscopy procedure.
Describe and demonstrate how to monitor the equipment and patient during and after the procedure.
Understand proper medication delivery.
Understand and apply Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines.
Describe and demonstrate the correct post-procedure considerations.
Define and demonstrate correct recording and reporting procedures.
Define and use related medical terminology.
Explain the Patient Privacy Rule (HIPAA), Patient Safety Act, and Patients' Bill of Rights.

The SIMTICS modules are all easy to use and web-based. This means they are available at any time as long as the learner has an internet connection. No special hardware or other equipment is required, other than a computer mouse for use in the simulations. Each of the SIMTICS modules covers one specific procedure or topic in detail. Each module contains:

an online simulation (available in Learn and Test modes)
descriptive text, which explains exactly how to perform that particular procedure including key terms and hyperlinks to references
2D images and a 3D model of applied anatomy for that particular topic
a step by step video demonstration by an expert
a quiz
a personal logbook that keeps track of all the modules the learner has studied and how long