Evidence-Based Treatment Strategies for ARDS During the COVID-19 Pandemic and Beyond

Activity Summary

Required reading for all learners: Implicit Bias impacts patient outcomes

It is crucial that ICU nurses stay well informed on the latest research and practice standards in caring for ARDS patients. Never before has ARDS been more relevant or pervasive than during the COVID-19 pandemic. This intermediate presentation highlights evidence-based treatment strategies utilizing a case scenario woven throughout. It also discusses the challenges and complexities of implementing widely accepted best practices during the unique circumstances of a global pandemic.

Objectives

Review the history, definition and pathophysiology of ARDS.
Describe current evidence-based treatment strategies.
Explain the implications of the COVID-19 pandemic on ARDS treatment strategies and the impact on survivors.

Continuing Education Disclosure Statement

Successful Completion

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

Accreditation

The 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 1.00 contact hours.

Disclosure

Any relevant relationship between an ineligible company and an individual with the ability to influence clinical content will be identified by the Nurse Planner within the activity. Any relevant relationship between an ineligible company and an individual with the ability to influence clinical content has been mitigated.

Accreditation refers to recognition of continuing education only and does not imply AACN, ANCC, or CBRN approval or endorsement of any commercial products discussed or displayed in conjunction with this educational activity.

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

Activities meet the standards for most states that require mandatory continuing education for license and/or certification renewal. AACN recommends consulting with your own state board of nursing or credentialing organization before submitting your certificate of completion.

Refund Policy

Continuing Education Activities are nonrefundable.