Contact Hours 2.00
CERP A 2.00
Pharmacology Hours 0.60
Expires Dec 31, 2025
Topics: Cardiovascular, Pharmacology
Population: Adult
Role: APRN
Member: Free
NonMember: $20.00
Activity Summary
Required reading for all learners: Implicit Bias impacts patient outcomes
Cardiogenic shock is a complex, high-acuity and hemodynamically variable state of end-organ hypoperfusion frequently associated with multisystem organ failure. This course delves into advanced cardiovascular concepts with a discussion of cardiogenic shock pathophysiology, clinical presentation, pertinent diagnostics, hemodynamics, pharmacological management with inotropes and vasopressors and options for mechanical circulatory support.Objectives
- Differentiate cardiogenic shock from obstructive, distributive, and hypovolemic shock states.
- Synthesize hemodynamic data, laboratory values, and physical exam findings to identify and classify patients in cardiogenic shock.
- Summarize current pharmacological and mechanical treatment modalities recommended for the management of cardiogenic shock.
Continuing Education Disclosure Statement
Learners must complete the entire activity and the associated evaluation AND read Implicit Bias impacts patient outcomes. No partial credit will be awarded.
AccreditationAmerican 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
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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.
Refund PolicyContinuing Education Activities are nonrefundable.