This Critical Care in Obstetrics Online Course topic consists of the following:

Pre-test Quiz

Lecture

Lecture Slides

Post-test Quiz

Upon completion of the components in this topic, the learner will be able to:

1.Describe indications for venovenous (VV) and venoarterial (VA) extracorporeal membrane oxygenation ECMO relevant to the obstetric population.

2.Outline components of VV-ECMO emphasizing utility in acute respiratory distress syndrome.

3.Review considerations for VA-ECMO in the setting of cardiac failure and cardiac arrest.

4. Solidify approach to addressing clinical concerns for the obstetric patient with possible ECMO needs.

Completion of all components within a topic and a score of 75% or greater on the post-test quiz for a topic are necessary for the attainment of 1.5 CME credits.

In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by Global Learning Collaborative (GLC) and the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine. GLC is jointly accredited by the American Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. 

Global Learning Collaborative (GLC) designates this enduring activity for a maximum of 1.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

In accordance with the ACCME Standards for Integrity and Independence, Global Learning Collaborative (GLC) requires that individuals in a position to control the content of an educational activity disclose all relevant financial relationships with any ineligible company. GLC mitigates all conflicts of interest to ensure independence, objectivity, balance, and scientific rigor in all its educational programs.

Faculty

Sarah Rae Easter, MD - No financial relationships to report.

This Critical Care in Obstetrics Online Course topic consists of the following:

Pre-test Quiz

Lecture

Lecture Slides

Post-test Quiz

Upon completion of the components in this topic, the learner will be able to:

1.Understand the incidence and common etiologies that lead to cardiac arrest during pregnancy

2.Describe the important modifications in treatment algorithms of cardiac arrest in pregnancy

Completion of all components within a topic and a score of 75% or greater on the post-test quiz for a topic are necessary for the attainment of 1.5 CME credits.

In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by Global Learning Collaborative (GLC) and the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine. GLC is jointly accredited by the American Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. 

Global Learning Collaborative (GLC) designates this enduring activity for a maximum of 1.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

In accordance with the ACCME Standards for Integrity and Independence, Global Learning Collaborative (GLC) requires that individuals in a position to control the content of an educational activity disclose all relevant financial relationships with any ineligible company. GLC mitigates all conflicts of interest to ensure independence, objectivity, balance, and scientific rigor in all its educational programs.

Faculty

Shad Deering, MD (Topic: Maternal Cardiac Arrest) – Royalties: US Army patented and licensed OB Simulator

This Critical Care in Obstetrics Online Course topic consists of the following:

Pre-test Quiz

Lecture

Lecture Slides

Post-test Quiz

Upon completion of the components in this topic, the learner will be able to:

1.Understand etiologies of hemorrhage in the obstetrical patient

2.List maternal and fetal conditions that can precipitate hemorrhage

3.Outline hemorrhage care & hemorrhage staging

Completion of all components within a topic and a score of 75% or greater on the post-test quiz for a topic are necessary for the attainment of 1.5 CME credits.

In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by Global Learning Collaborative (GLC) and the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine. GLC is jointly accredited by the American Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. 

Global Learning Collaborative (GLC) designates this enduring activity for a maximum of 1.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

In accordance with the ACCME Standards for Integrity and Independence, Global Learning Collaborative (GLC) requires that individuals in a position to control the content of an educational activity disclose all relevant financial relationships with any ineligible company. GLC mitigates all conflicts of interest to ensure independence, objectivity, balance, and scientific rigor in all its educational programs.

Faculty

Loralei Thornburg, MD- No financial relationships to report

This Critical Care in Obstetrics Online Course topic consists of the following:

Pre-test Quiz

Lecture

Lecture Slides

Post-test Quiz

Upon completion of the components in this topic, the learner will be able to:

1.Discuss the physiologic changes of pregnancy that affect the respiratory system

2.Identify the most common causes of respiratory distress in pregnancy

3.Provide appropriate guidance to ICU staff for caring for a pregnant patient requiring mechanical ventilation

4.Recognize impending respiratory failure.

Completion of all components within a topic and a score of 75% or greater on the post-test quiz for a topic are necessary for the attainment of 1.5 CME credits.

In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by Global Learning Collaborative (GLC) and the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine. GLC is jointly accredited by the American Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. 

Global Learning Collaborative (GLC) designates this enduring activity for a maximum of 1.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

In accordance with the ACCME Standards for Integrity and Independence, Global Learning Collaborative (GLC) requires that individuals in a position to control the content of an educational activity disclose all relevant financial relationships with any ineligible company. GLC mitigates all conflicts of interest to ensure independence, objectivity, balance, and scientific rigor in all its educational programs.

Faculty 

Connie Graves, MD (Topic: Respiratory Failure) – Research funded by University of Tennessee Health Science Center

This Critical Care in Obstetrics Online Course topic consists of the following:

Pre-test Quiz

Lecture

Lecture Slides

Post-test Quiz

Upon completion of the components in this topic, the learner will be able to:

1.Explain the importance of the diagnosis and recognition of sepsis in pregnancy

2.Discuss the management of sepsis in pregnancy

3.Detail adjuncts to care in sepsis that may be applicable in pregnancy

Completion of all components within a topic and a score of 75% or greater on the post-test quiz for a topic are necessary for the attainment of 1.5 CME credits.

In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by Global Learning Collaborative (GLC) and the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine. GLC is jointly accredited by the American Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. 

Global Learning Collaborative (GLC) designates this enduring activity for a maximum of 1.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

In accordance with the ACCME Standards for Integrity and Independence, Global Learning Collaborative (GLC) requires that individuals in a position to control the content of an educational activity disclose all relevant financial relationships with any ineligible company. GLC mitigates all conflicts of interest to ensure independence, objectivity, balance, and scientific rigor in all its educational programs.

Faculty

Arthur Jason Vaught, MD- No financial relationships to report.

This Critical Care in Obstetrics Online Course topic consists of the following:

Pre-test Quiz

Lecture

Lecture Slides

Post-test Quiz

Upon completion of the components in this topic, the learner will be able to:

1.List the components of the coagulation cascade.

2.Understand the physiology of DIC

3.Describe the treatment of DIC.

Completion of all components within a topic and a score of 75% or greater on the post-test quiz for a topic are necessary for the attainment of 1.5 CME credits.

In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by Global Learning Collaborative (GLC) and the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine. GLC is jointly accredited by the American Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. 

Global Learning Collaborative (GLC) designates this enduring activity for a maximum of 1.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

In accordance with the ACCME Standards for Integrity and Independence, Global Learning Collaborative (GLC) requires that individuals in a position to control the content of an educational activity disclose all relevant financial relationships with any ineligible company. GLC mitigates all conflicts of interest to ensure independence, objectivity, balance, and scientific rigor in all its educational programs.

Faculty 

Michael Foley, MD (Topics: Finally Understanding DIC and Understanding Blood Pressure Physiology) – Employee: Sera Prognostics