CARDIAC TAMPONADE: CARING FOR PATIENTS WITH CANCER WHO DEVELOP

Course overview

CT is a condition in which serous fluid collects within the pericardial sac, leading to compression of the heart and its structure (i.e., coronary arteries). This continuing education module is designed to give the reader/learner an increased understanding of caring for patients with cancer who develop CT, including its clinical presentation, symptoms, and treatment, and to aid in caring for the patient with this diagnosis. 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.