Amniotic Fluid Embolism: Recognizing the Signs
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What you'll learn
- Upon completion of the independent study, the learner will be able to:
- Describe amniotic fluid embolism and common signs and symptoms
- Review the causative factors of amniotic fluid embolism, and how those causes can be mitigated to reduce the risk of amniotic fluid embolism
- Differentiate amniotic fluid embolism from other medical conditions that may pose similar signs and symptoms
- Review treatment options to improve the chance of survival of a patient with an amniotic fluid embolism
- Discuss nursing considerations as they relate to amniotic fluid embolism
Policy Statement
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the policies of FastCEForLess.com.
Disclosures
Fast CE For Less, Inc. and its authors have no disclosures. There is no commercial support.
Course overview
An amniotic fluid embolism (AFE) is a rare but life-threatening pregnancy complication. It occurs when amniotic fluid or fetal elements enter the mother's bloodstream (maternal pulmonary circulation) and set off a series of reactions to induce severe cardiovascular and respiratory collapse. Amniotic fluid embolism is the second leading cause of maternal deaths and peripartum cardiac arrest in the United States (US), yet only occurs in less than 1% of pregnancies. This course discusses the clinical presentation of an amniotic fluid embolism, its incidence in the United States, differential diagnoses, and treatment options. This course will also discuss nursing considerations and the importance of immediate management to improve the survival of patients with AFE.
Subject areas
This course counts toward the state boards and subject areas below.
Arkansas State Board of Nursing
Certified Nurse Midwife
Certified Nurse Practitioner
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Licensed Practical Nurse
Licensed Psychiatric Technician Nurse
Registered Nurse
Registered Nurse Practitioner
District of Columbia Board of Nursing
Certified Nurse Midwife
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Licensed Practical Nurse
Nurse Practitioner
Registered Nurse
Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Florida Board of Nursing
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Nurse
Florida Board of Nursing - Certified Nursing Assistants
Certified Nursing Assistant
Georgia Board of Nursing
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Professional Nurse
Kansas State Board of Nursing
Licensed Mental Health Technician
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Nurse
Michigan Board of Nursing
Licensed Practical Nurse
Licensed Practical Nurse Special Volunteer
Registered Nurse
Registered Nurse Special Volunteer
Mississippi Board of Nursing
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Nurse
New Hampshire Board of Nursing
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Nurse
New Mexico Board of Nursing
Certified Nurse Practitioner
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Nurse
North Dakota Board of Nursing
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Nurse
South Carolina Board of Nursing
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Nurse
Tennessee Board of Nursing
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Nurse
West Virginia Board of Registered Nurses
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Registered Nurse
Wyoming Board of Nursing
Certified Nurse Specialist
Certified Nursing Assistant
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Nurse
Disclosure statements
Upon completion of the independent study, the learner will be able to:
- Describe amniotic fluid embolism and common signs and symptoms
- Review the causative factors of amniotic fluid embolism, and how those causes can be mitigated to reduce the risk of amniotic fluid embolism
- Differentiate amniotic fluid embolism from other medical conditions that may pose similar signs and symptoms
- Review treatment options to improve the chance of survival of a patient with an amniotic fluid embolism
- Discuss nursing considerations as they relate to amniotic fluid embolism
Policy Statement
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the policies of FastCEForLess.com.
Disclosures
Fast CE For Less, Inc. and its authors have no disclosures. There is no commercial support.