Shock State and DIC: Management and Treatment
Shock State and DIC: Management and Treatment is organized by Nurse.com - OnCourse Learning Corporation.
Course Originally Released on: 04/24/2023
Date of Most Recent Review: 4/24/2023
Course Termination/ Update Date: 12/31/2026
Description:
Shock is characterized by decreased delivery, increased consumption, or inadequate use of oxygen. Manifestations and treatment are dependent on the cause. This course presents the various types of shock, their associated pathophysiology, hemodynamics, and management as well as an overview of disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC).
Goal and Learning Outcomes:
The goal of this course is to provide nurses and providers with information to recognize and manage shock and disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC).
After taking this course, you should be able to:
• Identify the characteristics and hemodynamics of shock.
• Describe diagnostic and treatment approaches to shock.
• Recognize disseminated intravascular coagulation symptoms and treatment.