CARDIAC OUTPUT: MONITORING IN CHILDREN

Course overview

Cardiac output monitoring (COM) in children involves the use of a monitoring device to obtain measurements indicative of cardiovascular function. This continuing education module is designed to give the reader/learner an increased understanding of cardiac output monitoring (COM) in children using the thermodilution method and to aid in caring for the patient undergoing this procedure. Readers may explore any or all of the topics. One contact hour of continuing education credit is available for those who successfully complete the post-test and evaluation form.