Reducing Mortality Through Advanced Ventilator Mechanics

Activity Summary

Required reading for all learners: Implicit Bias impacts patient outcomes

Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) and asthma are often viewed as two of the most challenging diagnoses to manage on the ventilator. ARDS often leads to refractory hypoxemia, and many clinicians attempt to avoid intubation in asthma patients given its association with ventilation difficulty and prone to cardiac arrest. They are both associated with high mortality; however, there are several mechanical ventilation strategies that have shown to reduce mortality. The presenters review foundational concepts in ARDS and asthma management, as well as advanced ventilator mechanics and strategies for clinical application.

Objectives

Interpret clinical findings to manage and adjust ventilator settings and maneuvers.
Review evidence-based ARDS management and literature.
Demonstrate application of advanced ventilator management through case review.

Continuing Education Disclosure Statement

Successful Completion

Learners must attend/view/read the entire activity, read Implicit Bias impacts patient outcomes, and complete the associated evaluation to be awarded the contact hours or CERP. 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 1.25 contact hours.

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.

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