A-OK for Amniotic Fluid Embolism

Episode 282 of the Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAs podcast, hosted by Jeremy Stanley, titled "A-OK for Amniotic Fluid Embolism" was published on October 24, 2023 and runs 25 minutes.

October 24, 2023 ·25m · Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAs

Summary

An amniotic fluid embolism (AFE) remains one of the most devastating conditions in obstetric practice. In today’s episode, Sass and Jeremy review the pathophysiology, signs and symptoms, and management of this rare, but lethal condition. Included in the management of an AFE is the administration of a trio of medications known as A-OK (Atropine, Ondansetron, and Ketorolac). If you want to brush up on current management techniques for an AFE, hit play…because it’s go time!   Here are some of the things we’ll discuss in this episode: An example of this happening recently where Jeremy works. How the body reacts when an amniotic fluid embolism occurs. Who is most at risk for developing AFE? Signs and symptoms to pay attention to. The treatment and management of a patient suffering from AFE. What is the AOK treatment?   About our hosts: https://kpatprogram.org/about-the-school/faculty.html    Visit us online: http://beyondthemaskpodcast.com    Get the CE certificate here: https://beyondthemaskpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Beyond-the-Mask-CE-Cert-FILLABLE.pdf   Help us grow by leaving a review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-mask-innovation-opportunities-for-crnas/id1440309246

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