Course Code: REL-ACU-0-MHSFFREMS
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2028
Learning Objectives:
Describe the pathophysiology behind hypovolemic shock and associated symptoms and complications.
Identify strategies for the initial management of a patient in hypovolemic shock due to blood loss.
Recall appropriate management strategies and care considerations when administering fluid resuscitation to a patient in hemorrhagic hypovolemic shock.
Outline:
Section 1: Hypovolemic Shock
A Review of Hypovolemic Shock
Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
Section 2: Initial Management of Hypovolemic Shock
Initial Management of Hypovolemic Shock
Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
Section 3: Fluid Resuscitation
Fluid Resuscitation Strategies
Blood and Blood Products
Knowledge Check
Section 4: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributors
References
Subject Matter Expert: Laura Bell, BSN, RN, CCRN
Laura Bell, BSN, RN, CCRN is a SME writer for Relias with over 16 years of acute care experience in nursing. She began working in adult critical care at WakeMed Cary Hospital in 2011, obtained her CCRN certification in 2016, and served in the role of Rapid Response/Code Blue/Rounding RN for over 2 years. She continues to work as a staff nurse in the intensive care unit. Laura has a passion for education and excellence in nursing care. She has been involved in numerous special projects and educational activities to improve staff development, evidence-based clinical practice, and patient satisfaction. She continues to strive for excellence in education and clinical development as an acute care course writer.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: EMS Personnel (EMT, EMR, AEMT and Paramedics); in the following settings: Pre-Hospital Care Setting.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.