Effect of a Machine Learning Algorithm to Guide Goal-Directed Therapy After Cardiac Surgery

Author(s): Amanda Rea, DNP, CRNP, Alexandra Deasel, MS, RN, Clifford Edwin Fonner, BA, and Rawn Salenger, MD

Contact Hours 1.00

CERP A 1.00

Expires Sep 01, 2029

Topics: Cardiovascular

Population: Adult

Role: APRN, Staff

Fees
Member: Free
NonMember: $10.00

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Activity Summary

Before you Begin

1. Reflect on the following question: What new knowledge or perspective do you hope to gain from this activity?

2. Review: Implicit Bias and its Impact on Patient Outcomes (License requirement for California)

Description

This study explores how a machine learning–guided approach to postoperative goal-directed fluid therapy may enhance care for cardiac surgery patients. By integrating advanced analytics into clinical decision-making, the program aims to optimize perfusion and fluid management in the immediate recovery period. Conducted in a real-world setting, the initiative reflects a shift toward more precise, data-informed strategies in critical care. The findings offer insight into how technology-enabled protocols can support clinicians and potentially improve patient outcomes following coronary artery bypass surgery.

Objectives

  • Identify the definition of Goal-Directed Therapy (GDT).
  • Review GDT algorithm triggers to guide fluid and vasoactive medication administration
  • Review evidence-based literature associated with GDT

Continuing Education Disclosure Statement

Criteria for Awarding Contact Hours

Learners must complete the entire activity and the associated evaluation AND read Implicit Bias impacts patient outcomes. No partial credit will be awarded.

Accreditation

American Association of Critical-Care Nurses is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider number CEP 1036, for {contactHours} contact hours.

Disclosures

The Nurse Planner has determined that no individuals with the ability to control content of this activity have relevant relationships with ineligible companies.

Activities with pharmacotherapeutic credit are to assist the APRN in fulfilling their education requirements for licensure and certification renewals.

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Continuing Education Activities are nonrefundable.