Emergency Nursing Management

This focused CE course is tailored for nursing professionals involved in the acute care and emergency management of critically ill or injured patients. Grounded in current clinical guidelines and evidence-based practice, it emphasizes the rapid assessment, prioritization, and stabilization of patients across a wide spectrum of emergency presentations.

The course covers essential concepts such as triage protocols, airway and circulatory management, trauma assessment, cardiac emergencies, and disaster preparedness. Participants will explore the physiological and psychological responses to acute illness and injury, while learning to implement systematic interventions that improve survival and reduce complications in emergency settings.

Additionally, this course highlights the importance of interprofessional communication, legal considerations, and the role of the emergency nurse in ensuring safe, efficient, and patient-centered care during high-pressure clinical scenarios.

Learning Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Apply structured assessment tools such as the ABCDE approach and emergency severity index (ESI) in clinical triage and patient prioritization.
• Initiate appropriate interventions for respiratory distress, shock, trauma, and cardiac arrest.
• Identify red flag symptoms requiring immediate attention and escalation.
• Integrate principles of trauma-informed care and effective communication in emergency settings.
• Recognize the role of the nurse in emergency preparedness, disaster response, and mass casualty incidents.
• Understand legal and ethical considerations specific to emergency nursing practice.