Course Code: REL-ACU-0-HCONRT
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2028
Learning Objectives:
Describe concepts associated with hemodynamic monitoring.
Identify at least two factors each that can affect preload and afterload.
List at least two therapeutic interventions each for problems associated with preload and afterload.
Outline:
Section 1: Concepts of Hemodynamics
Introduction
Preload
Afterload
Cardiac Contractility
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 2: Hemodynamic Monitoring
Measuring Preload, Afterload, and Contractility
Non-Invasive Hemodynamic Monitoring
Invasive Hemodynamic Monitoring
Influence on Respiratory Care
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 3: Preload and Afterload Interventions
Respiratory Interventions
Preload Interventions
Afterload Interventions
Mechanical Circulatory Support Devices
Review/Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
Section 4: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributors
Resources
References
Writer: Alia Lutz, BA, BSN, RN
Alia Lutz, BA, BSN, RN, has over 10 years of experience as a Registered Nurse with a focus on cardiothoracic, respiratory, and coronary care. She has also had experience in Med-Surg, step-down and ICU. Prior to joining Relias as a SME and Content Writer for acute care, she provided virtual education and injection training on injectable biologics to patients, reported adverse events, and was a patient advocate. She has collaborated with peers on creating job aids, writing policies, and improving quality of care and documentation. Alia received her Bachelors in Nursing from Otago Polytechnic in New Zealand in 2011.
Subject Matter Expert: Rebecca Hall, BSRT
Rebecca has been an RRT for almost 10 years and is training to be an ECMO specialist. She has worked in every area of the hospital, from high-risk Labor and Delivery, NICU, PICU, and Pediatric CICU to Adult Medical ICU and Adult ER.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Respiratory Therapists; in the following settings: Ambulatory Care, Clinics: Primary Care, Clinics: Rural Health, Hospitals: Acute, Hospitals: Critical Access (CAHs).
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.