Hypoxia

Overview

4.8 out of 5 (14 Reviews)

Credits

1.00

Post Assessment Questions

7

Start Date

1 Sep 2023

Last Review Date

4 Mar 2024

Expiration Date

31 Aug 2026

Estimated Time To Finish

60 Minutes


 
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Activity Description

Hypoxia occurs when oxygen is insufficient at the tissue level to maintain adequate homeostasis, stemming from various causes such as hypoventilation, ventilation-perfusion mismatch, or right-to-left shunting. Hypoxia can manifest acutely or chronically, with varying presentations from dyspnea to tachypnea. Evaluation methods include pulse oximetry, arterial blood gas analysis, imaging, and PaO2:FiO2 ratio calculation for acute hypoxia. Conversely, pulmonary function tests, overnight oximetry, and other relevant assessments. 

Diagnosis involves arterial blood gas analysis, calculating the alveolar-arterial oxygen gradient, and observing the response to 100% oxygen administration. Timely recognition and treatment are crucial to prevent permanent organ damage and potential fatality. Hypoxia management focuses on maintaining airway patency, increasing inspired air oxygen content, and optimizing diffusion capacity. This activity reviews the etiology, pathophysiology, and presentation of hypoxia, emphasizing the roles of the interprofessional healthcare team in treating affected patients. This activity underscores the significance of collaborative efforts among various medical professionals, including emergency medicine and critical care, as well as specialists such as cardiologists or pulmonologists, in ensuring effective management and mitigating long-term risks associated with prolonged hypoxia.


Target Audience

This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of physicians, physician associates, nurses, pharmacists, and nurse practitioners.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, the learner will be better able to:

  • Identify the signs and symptoms of hypoxia across diverse patient populations and clinical settings.

  • Assess the effectiveness of oxygen therapy and other interventions in improving oxygenation status and patient outcomes.

  • Select appropriate diagnostic tests and monitoring methods to assess response to oxygen therapy and adjust interventions as needed.

  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare team members to develop comprehensive care plans for patients with hypoxia.

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Continuing Education Accreditation Information

In support of improving patient care, StatPearls, LLC is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

 

Nurses: StatPearls designates this activity for 1.00 ANCC contact hour(s). Nurses should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

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Method of Participation and Credit

  1. Register for the activity.    
  2. Review the target audience, learning objectives, and disclosure information.
  3. Study the educational content of the enduring material.
  4. Choose the best answer to each activity test question. To receive credit and a certificate, you must pass the test questions with a minimum score of 100%.
  5. Complete the post-activity assessment survey.

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Disclaimer

This educational activity was planned and produced in accordance with the ACCME Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education. Faculty may discuss investigational products or off-label uses of products regulated by the US Food and Drug Administration. Readers should verify all information before employing any therapies described in this educational activity.

The information provided for this activity is for continuing education purposes only and is not meant to substitute for the independent medical/clinical judgment of a healthcare provider relative to diagnostic and treatment options of a specific patient’s medical condition. The information presented does not necessarily reflect the views of StatPearls or any commercial supporters of educational activities on statpearls.com. StatPearls expressly disclaims responsibility for any adverse consequences resulting directly or indirectly from information in the course, for undetected error, or through a participant's misunderstanding of the content.

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