Foundations of Critical Care Nursing Online CNE Course: Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) Interpretation

Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) analysis provides the critical care team with information about the patients oxygenation, ventilation and acid base balance.  Understanding how to interpret and anticipate patient needs from ABG is a critical care skill.  This course provides information on ABG interpretation and an opportunity to apply content through case scenarios and multiple choice questions.

Course Director 
Denise Rismeyer, DNP, MSN, RN, NPD-BC 
Director of Continuing Nursing Education 
Mayo Clinic 

Target Audience

This CNE course is designed for RNs, LPNs, and healthcare professionals providing care for progressive and critical care patients.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:

  • Identify normal values for an ABG
  • Recognize acid base imbalances and how to interpret them
  • Differentiate between respiratory acidosis, respiratory alkalosis, metabolic acidosis & metabolic alkalosis

Attendance at any Mayo Clinic course does not indicate or guarantee competence or proficiency in the skills, knowledge or performance of any care or procedure(s) which may be discussed or taught in this course.

 

Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 0.58 ANCC
  • 0.58 Attendance
Course opens: 
05/08/2024
Course expires: 
05/08/2027
Cost:
$35.00
Part of: 
Foundations of Critical Care Curriculum

This course will be presented via a self-guided online interactive module.

Faculty
Amanda Moscatelli, MA, RN
Nursing Education Specialist – Foundations of Critical Care Nursing Program
Instructor in Nursing – Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science
Nursing Professional Development Division
Department of Nursing
Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN

 

Course Director
Denise Rismeyer, MSN, RN, NPD-BC
Director Continuing Nursing Education Program
Assistant Professor of Nursing, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science
Department of Nursing
Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN

Credit Statements
ANCC
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this enduring activity for a maximum of 0.58 ANCC contact hours. 

Accreditation Statement
In support of improving patient care, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science 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.

Other Healthcare Professionals
A record of attendance will be provided to all registrants for requesting credits in accordance with state nursing boards, specialty societies or other professional associations.

Available Credit

  • 0.58 ANCC
  • 0.58 Attendance

Price

Cost:
$35.00
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Commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion   

Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development (MCSCPD) strives to foster a learning environment in which individual differences are valued, allowing all to achieve their fullest potential. 

Cancellation and Refund Policy

Request for cancellations must be submitted in writing to cne@mayo.edu.
If the cancellation is made prior to the start of the activity, a refund less an administration fee of $25 will be issued. If the cancellation is made after the start of the activity, no refund will be issued. All refunds will be made using the same method as the original payment. 

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