🩺 Medizinisches Englisch in Münster

Präzise Sprachkompetenz im medizinischen Bereich schafft Vertrauen und erhöht die Behandlungssicherheit. Unsere Kurse richten sich an Ärztinnen, Ärzte, Pflegepersonal, Physiotherapeut*innen und medizinisches Fachpersonal.

♦️ Haemophilia (Hämophilie & Gerinnungsstörungen)

Fachkompetenz und Vokabular für die Aufklärung, Behandlung und Beratung von Patient*innen mit Gerinnungsstörungen.

Clinical Topics & Terminology:

• Clotting Factor Deficiency: Explaining Factor VIII (Haemophilia A) and Factor IX (Haemophilia B) therapies.
• Bleeding Management: Joint bleeding (haemarthrosis), muscle haematomas, and emergency response measures.
• Prophylaxis Protocols: Explaining regular home infusions and central venous access device (CVAD) care.

♦️ Self-Massage & Physical Therapy Guidance

Verständliche sprachliche Anleitung von Patient*innen zu Eigenübungen, Massagegriffen und physikalischer Therapie.

Key Vocabulary & Instructional Phrases:

• Techniques: Effleurage, petrissage (kneading), trigger point therapy, myofascial release.
• Clear Guidance: "Apply firm but comfortable pressure using the palm of your hand in circular motions."
• Lymphoedema Management: Explaining gentle manual lymphatic self-drainage techniques for oncology recovery.

♦️ Cancer Vocabulary & Oncology Terminology

Umfassendes Fachvokabular für Onkologie, Diagnostik, Staging und Therapiemethoden im internationalen Kontext.

Oncology Concepts:

• Pathology & Staging: Benign vs. malignant, primary lesion, metastasis, TNM staging system.
• Therapeutic Approaches: Chemotherapy, external beam radiation therapy, targeted immunotherapy, surgical resection.
• Prognosis & Remission: Explaining treatment goals, complete remission, and palliative care options clearly and respectfully.

♦️ Asking Polite Questions in Healthcare

Rhetorische Feinheiten und empathische Fragetechniken für sensible Anamnesegespräche und Befunderhebungen.

Phrases for Patient Interaction:

• Anamnese einleiten: "Could you tell me what brought you in today?"
• Schmerzintensität abfragen: "On a scale of 0 to 10, how intense would you describe the pain?"
• Untersuchung ankündigen: "If it's alright with you, I'd like to listen to your lungs now."

♦️ Blood Pressure in Children (Pediatric Hypertension)

Altersgerechte Kommunikation, Messmethoden und Erklärungen zur Blutdruckmessung bei Kindern und Jugendlichen.

Core Focus Areas:

• Measurement Techniques: Selecting correct cuff size, auscultatory vs. oscillometric measurement.
• Kid-Friendly Communication: "This arm cuff is going to give your arm a gentle squeeze while we measure."
• Communicating with Parents: Explaining percentile charts, white-coat hypertension, and follow-up monitoring.

♦️ Krankenpflege Allgemeines (General Nursing Care)

Praxisvokabular für den Alltag auf der Station, die Übergabe zwischen Schichten und die Dokumentation.

Nursing Essentials:

• Shift Handover (SBAR Protocol): Situation, Background, Assessment, Recommendation.
• Monitoring Vital Signs: Blood pressure, heart rate, pulse oximetry, core temperature.
• Clinical Tasks: Administering IV medications, wound care dressing, catheter maintenance.

♦️ Psychological & Emotional Support

Empathische Gesprächsführung zur Unterstützung von Patient*innen und Angehörigen in belastenden Diagnosesituationen.

Supportive Communication Strategies:

• Active Listening: Reflective responses, validating feelings, non-verbal reassurance.
• Breaking Sensitive News: Applying structured approaches (e.g. SPIKES protocol) with compassion.
• De-escalating Anxiety: Calming frightened or overwhelmed patients in high-stress clinical settings.

♦️ Vocabulary | Sterilisation Instruments & OP Equipment

Begriffe aus der Instrumentenkunde, Sterilgutaufbereitung (AEMP/ZSVA) und OP-Hygiene.

Surgical & Sterilisation Terminology:

• Instruments: Haemostatic clamps, scalpels, tissue forceps, retractors, surgical scissors.
• Sterilisation Methods: Autoclaving, chemical vapor sterilisation, biological indicator testing.
• Aseptic Protocols: Maintaining sterile fields, gowning & gloving procedures, pack integrity verification.

♦️ Respiratory System Challenges in Paediatric Cancer Care

Spezialisiertes Modul zu Atemwegskomplikationen bei pädiatrischen Onkologie-Patient*innen.

Clinical Topics:

• Respiratory Complications: Opportunistic pulmonary infections, pleural effusions, airway obstruction risks.
• Oxygenation & Ventilation: High-flow nasal cannula (HFNC), tracheostomy care, non-invasive ventilation (NIV).
• Assessment Parameters: Wheezing, stridor, intercostal retractions, $SpO_2$ monitoring in children.