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Chapter 1
Physiologic effects of vasoactive agents
In this chapter, you’ll learn about the mechanisms, applications, and targets of vasoactive agents as well as how to monitor vasoactivity.
7 Lessons
11:55 min
Physiologic effects of vasoactive agents intro
0:21 min
Introducing inotropes and vasopressors
2:37 min
Differentiating the types of shock
2:12 min
Performing vasoactive monitoring
2:56 min
Deciphering vasoactive receptors
2:43 min
Appreciating myocyte contraction
1:06 min
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Chapter 2
Inotropes and vasopressors
Know which vasoactive agent to use and when. Here, you’ll cover applications, administration, and dosing as well as pros and cons of each.
13 Lessons
23:09 min
Inotropes and vasopressors intro
0:20 min
Mastering catecholamine-based vasopressors
1:33 min
Grasping catecholamine-based inotropes
2:01 min
Appreciating indirect-acting agents
2:26 min
Reviewing vasopressin
2:15 min
Describing angiotensin II
1:28 min
Administering phosphodiesterase inhibitors
2:02 min
Using calcium-based agents for shock
3:13 min
Employing insulin and glucagon for shock
2:21 min
Using methylene blue and hydroxocobalamin for shock
1:59 min
Recognizing steroids as adjuncts to vasopressor therapy
1:39 min
Choosing parasympatholytic agents wisely
1:52 min
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Chapter 3
Special clinical situations
One size does not fit all when it comes to vasoactive agents. In this chapter, you’ll cover their use in specific clinical scenarios.
9 Lessons
18:08 min
Special clinical situations intro
0:23 min
Managing cardiogenic shock
2:19 min
Treating distributive shock
3:16 min
Handling valvular disease
1:55 min
Managing right ventricular dysfunction
3:46 min
Treating diastolic dysfunction
2:56 min
Augmenting mechanical circulatory support
1:57 min
Coping with toxic overdose
1:36 min
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Chapter 4
Putting it together
Wrap up the course with a lowdown on practical approaches for the use of inotropic and vasopressor agents and how to assess effectiveness.
6 Lessons
8:29 min
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