This free online healthcare course explains how to classify, monitor, store and safely administer medical gases.

Hospitals and other healthcare facilities use medical gases to optimise patient care and improve treatment outcomes. This means healthcare staff should understand the theory and application of medical gases. We first identify their nature and go over their uses, properties and the relevant regulatory considerations regarding their use. We explain how to assess the risks or identify the hazards associated with medical gases and provide ways to mitigate those.

How do you store medical gas cylinders? We answer such questions as we examine the safety protocols for handling them. The course outlines the benefits of medical gases, their safe handling protocols and administration methods to enrich your skills and theoretical understanding. We also discuss proper documentation and record-keeping practices for medical gases to help you manage their storage as part of your inventory.

Finally, we explore the critical aspects of efficient and safe healthcare management of medical gases. This course equips you with the confidence required to handle medical gas cylinders safely, diagnose standard issues and maintain the equipment correctly. This course has no prerequisites and suits anyone working in the nursing or other paramedical fields. Enrol in this health course to enrich your technical knowledge of medical gases.