Amniotic Fluid Embolism: Recognizing the Signs

Course Purpose

Recognize suspected amniotic fluid embolism, initiate coordinated resuscitation, distinguish major mimics, and support hemorrhage and cardiac-arrest care.

Continuing Education Credit Designation

This educational activity is credited for 4 contact hours at completion of the activity.

Overview

After completing this course, the nurse will be able to recognize the abrupt respiratory, cardiovascular, neurologic, fetal, and coagulation findings that should trigger suspicion for amniotic fluid embolism. The learner will also be able to compare AFE with other causes of peripartum collapse. The nurse will be prepared to activate an obstetric emergency response, support pregnancy-modified resuscitation, assist with massive transfusion and hemorrhage control, and provide ongoing critical care and family support.

Objectives

Upon completion of this independent study, the learner will be able to:

1. Identify clinical findings that should raise suspicion for amniotic fluid embolism during labor, birth, or the immediate postpartum period.
2. Explain the current understanding of the pathophysiology and epidemiology of amniotic fluid embolism.
3. Differentiate suspected amniotic fluid embolism from pulmonary thromboembolism, hemorrhage, anaphylaxis, sepsis, eclampsia, cardiomyopathy, and anesthetic complications.
4. Prioritize immediate respiratory, cardiovascular, obstetric, and hemorrhage interventions for a patient with suspected amniotic fluid embolism.
5. Implement nursing actions that support pregnancy-modified cardiopulmonary resuscitation, massive transfusion, resuscitative delivery, and post-resuscitation care.
6. Document and communicate assessment findings, interventions, treatment response, and family needs during and after the emergency.

Who this course is for:

Healthcare professionals who want continuing education on Amniotic Fluid Embolism: Recognizing the Signs.

Course outline

9 sections · finish in any order across devices

1. 1

   Introduction

2. 2

   Physiology of Amniotic Fluid Embolism (AFE)

3. 3

   Amniotic Fluid Embolism Incidences

4. 4

   Causes

5. 5

   Signs and Symptoms

6. 6

   Differential Diagnoses

7. 7

   Treatment Options

8. 8

   Nursing Considerations

9. 9

   Conclusion

This Course Satisfies

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Questions about this course

How many contact hours is Amniotic Fluid Embolism: Recognizing the Signs?

4 contact hours, credited at completion.

How much does it cost?

$20.00 on its own, or included with All-Access ($29.99 a year, renewing yearly until you cancel).

Can I listen instead of reading?

Yes — every section can be read or heard, on your phone or computer.

When do I get my certificate?

As soon as you finish the course requirements and the evaluation. It stays in your account.

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