The lecture duration is 25min.
0.5 CPD Points, 0.5 CEUs, 0.5 CME credits approval pending.
Accredited by CPDUK, CBRN and Provider Pending.
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Vasoactive agents are commonly used in the ICU for treatment of varying forms of shock. This however is fraught with uncertainties considering the complex nature of circulatory physiology and the varying effects of these drugs. This lecture addresses the bare basics on some of the commonly used vasoactive drugs with a detailing of how they get to exert their respective actions. This knowledge is important for the rational choice of agent for a given disease state.
Critical Care Doctors
Experienced Critical Care Nurses
Upon completion of this activity, you should be able to:
Pharmacology of Vasoactive Drugs: Part 2
Making clinical decision
Critical Care Medicine / Pharmacology
Pharmacology of Vasoactive Drugs: Part 2
Making clinical decision