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F5 - Amniotic Fluid Embolism: Code Blue to Special Delivery

Title: F5 - Amniotic Fluid Embolism: Code Blue to Special Delivery

Disciplines: Obstetric (OB), Neonatal (N), Professional Issues (PI), Women’s Health (WH)

Learning Objectives:
  • Describe the Incidence, signs, symptoms and pathophysiology of AFE and management and diagnostic criteria
  • Patient, Family and Staff Support after Severe Maternal Event Safety Bundle
  • patient story

    • Submission Description:
    Description: An in depth look at amniotic fluid embolism, a leading cause of maternal death and morbidity. This session will offer a clinical overview including incidence, signs and symptoms, theories of cause, pathophysiology, current medical management, diagnostic criteria, recent research, subsequent pregnancies, and tools to aid in better supporting the emotional needs of the patient, family and care team. Followed by a unique and powerful patient perspective.
    Tuesday, June 14, 2016: 2:15 PM-3:15 PM
    Texas AB (Gaylord Grapevine)
    Moderator:
    Molly M. Killion, RN, MS, CNS
    Presenting Authors:
    Miranda Klassen, BS, Biology and Amy De Simone, B.A.
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