Internet CME Course: EFM Case Study Series #18: Hypertensive Crisis & Stroke

Activity ID

2712

Expires

July 20, 2027

Format Type

Internet

CME Credit

1.5

Fee

$75

CME Provider: Louisiana Medical Mutual Insurance Company (LAMMICO)

Description of CME Course

Hypertensive crisis and stroke are on the rise in the pregnant population. Over the past 20 years, the incidence of preeclampsia has increased by approximately 25% in the US and is the leading cause of maternal and infant illness and death. Once severe features of this condition manifest, a hypertensive crisis is more imminent. Preeclampsia and any other form of hypertension make a stroke six- to nine-times more likely to happen. In the US, approximately two to 70 women out of 100,000 births will have a stroke. With an annual birth rate of four million, perinatal units can expect as many as 6,800 pregnancy-induced strokes each year. Stroke and the hypertensive crisis that may precede it are medical emergencies requiring treatment within 30-60 minutes of onset yet proper management is delayed or lacking; this increases medical-malpractice risk. This case study examines the current recommendations for the management of acute-onset severe hypertension in pregnancy.

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Educational Objectives

Analyze and critique an EFM Case study for proper management of acute-onset severe hypertension.
b. Define criteria of hypertensive disorders in pregnancy based on current professional guidelines (ACOG).
c. Identify and administer anti-hypertensive medications and treatment within 30-60 minutes to all pregnant patients who present with acute-onset, severe hypertension and/or stroke during clinical practice.

Keywords

Pregnancy and Hypertension, Pregnancy and Stroke, Preeclampsia, eclampsia

Competencies

Interpersonal & Communication Skills, Medical Knowledge, Patient Care & Procedural Skills, Practice-based Learning & Improvement, Professionalism, Systems-based Practice

CME Credit Type

AMA PRA Category 1 Credit

Practice Setting

Academic Medicine, Inpatient, Rural, Urban, VA/Military