Endocrine Emergencies Course

Endocrine Emergencies Course is organized by Creighton University.,,This enduring activity was reviewed on August 22, 2020 and will be available until August 21, 2023,,Overview:,This module is part of the Advanced Critical Care Therapeutics Series.,This CE module provides in-depth instruction concerning the pharmacotherapeutic management of endocrine emergencies (diabetic ketoacidosis, hyperosmolar hyperglycemic state, myxedema coma and thyroid storm). Didactic knowledge of the etiology, pathophysiology and drug therapy management on this topic will be provided. Emphasis is placed on designing treatment regimens and identifying monitoring parameters and goals of therapy in this highly specialized practice area. Following completion of this CE topic, participants will have the most up-to-date information concerning the management of endocrine emergencies.,,Objectives:,• Define diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), hyperosmolar hyperglycemic state (HHS), myxedema coma, and thyroid storm,• Identify signs and symptoms associated with DKA, HHS, myxedema coma, and thyroid storm,• Design a treatment regimen for a patient with DKA, HHS, myxedema coma, or thyroid storm