Cardiogenic Shock: Reducing Mortality Through Prevention and Rapid Treatment

The mortality rate of cardiogenic shock is around 50%, so prevention and rapid treatment are critical to ensure improved patient outcomes. Guest Amy Shepard, BSN, MS, describes the stages of shock, what leads to cardiogenic shock, treatments, and communication strategies for patients and families.References and Related ResourcesSCAI Shock PyramidPCNA Heart Failure Pocket GuideSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.