Emergency and Intensive Care

Emergency and Intensive Care is a critical medical field focusing on the provision of immediate life-saving care to patients with severe and life-threatening illnesses or injuries. Coursera's Emergency and Intensive Care catalogue educates you about the advanced techniques and protocols used in critical care settings. You'll learn about the assessment and management of critical conditions such as cardiac arrest, respiratory failure, and severe trauma. Furthermore, you'll understand the principles of emergency medicine and intensive care, including triage, advanced life support, invasive monitoring, and advanced pharmacology. This skill set is invaluable for those pursuing a career in healthcare, particularly in emergency departments, intensive care units, or as first responders.