Contact Hours 1.00
CERP A 1.00
Expires May 26, 2023
Topics: MultiSystem
Population: Adult
Role: Staff
Activity Summary
Required reading for all learners: Implicit Bias impacts patient outcomes
Pheochromocytoma multisystem crisis (PMC) is a distinct and potentially lethal complication of pheochromocytoma. Patients in PMC present with severe hemodynamic instability and an array of end-organ failures (including heart, lung, liver, and kidney), hyperthermia (≥ 40 °C), and encephalopathy. Even more rare than the tumor itself, PMC occurs in only 7% to 18% of patients with a pheochromocytoma.Objectives
- Identify the signs and symptoms of a pheochromocytoma and the difference between a pheochromocytoma and pheochromocytoma multisystem crisis
- Describe the hindrances to early diagnosis of pheochromocytomas and the potentially lethal consequences of a delayed diagnosis.
- Describe the different adrenergic receptors and their impact on the body.
Continuing Education Disclosure Statement
Successful Completion
Learners must attend/view/read the entire activity and complete the associated evaluation to be awarded the contact hours or CERP. No partial credit will be awarded.
DisclosureThis activity has been reviewed by the Nurse Planner. It has been determined that the material presented here shows no bias. No conflicts of interest have been identified for any individual with the ability to influence the content of this activity. Accreditation refers to recognition of continuing education only and does not imply AACN or ANCC approval or endorsement of any commercial products discussed or displayed in conjunction with this educational activity.
AccreditationThe American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN) is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's (ANCC's) Commission on Accreditation, ANCC Provider Number 0012. AACN has been approved as a provider of continuing education in nursing by the California State Board of Nursing (CBRN), California Provider number CEP 1036. This activity is approved for 1.00 contact hours.
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