Nursing Student Class Projects (Formerly MSN)
Academic Term
Summer 2018
Document Type
Project
Course Number
NURS 5330
Course Name
Advanced Pathophysiology
Professor’s Name
John Chovan
Keywords
vasoplegia, vasoplegic, hypotension, cardiac surgery, cardiopulmonary bypass
Subject Categories
Medicine and Health Sciences | Nursing
Abstract
Vasoplegic syndrome is a loss of vasomotor tone and a medical emergency. It is frequently seen in cardiac surgery cases, long OR cases, with use of cardiopulmonary bypass, and in certain septic patients. It has a high morbidity and mortality, and must be recognized early for a positive outcome. Vasoplegia is vaguely defined as a severe hypotension that is nonresponsive to usual treatment, such as fluids, inotropes, or vasopressors. It has a complicated pathophysiology and requires precise and closely monitored treatment. Advanced practice nurses need to be prepared to care for these complex and emergent patients.
Recommended Citation
Arce, Monica, "Vasoplegic Syndrome" (2018). Nursing Student Class Projects (Formerly MSN). 272.
https://digitalcommons.otterbein.edu/stu_msn/272