Fundamentals of ECMO Support for the ICU Nurse

Activity Summary

Required reading for all learners: Implicit Bias impacts patient outcomes

In this session, you learn the foundational concepts of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) support in the ICU setting. Key concepts include the components of the ECMO circuit, physiologic and hemodynamic changes during ECMO, emergency management and procedures, weaning strategies, ideal patient selection criteria and a review of current practice guidelines. Case studies presented focus on ECMO support for COVID-19 patients and ECMO for cardiac arrest.

Objectives

Identify the key components of the ECMO circuit and their functions.
Explain the difference between VV and VA ECMO.
Discuss nursing care considerations and emergency management.

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.

Refund Policy

Continuing Education Activities are nonrefundable.