Hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy among neonates is a significant cause of infant mortality and neurodevelopmental deficits. It is caused by a lack of oxygen to the brain at birth. It is evident from many systematic reviews that therapeutic hypothermia is beneficial in neonates with moderate to severe hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy. Many unanswered questions regarding indications, target timing, and appropriate populations exist. There are also critical pathophysiological concepts that need to be understood. This activity reviews therapeutic hypothermia’s indications, preparation, technique, and complications. Also, it highlights the role of the interprofessional team in evaluating and treating neonates under therapeutic hypothermia.Clinicians can expect to gain the necessary knowledge to make informed decisions regarding the use of therapeutic hypothermia in neonatal care. Furthermore, this activity will address crucial unanswered questions surrounding therapeutic hypothermia, including indications, target timing, and appropriate populations. Controversial aspects, such as the efficacy of therapeutic hypothermia in low and middle-income countries and its application in premature babies under 35 weeks of gestation, will be explored. By participating in this activity, clinicians gain insights into the ongoing research on these topics and the evolving standards of care.
- Provider:StatPearls, LLC
- Activity Link: https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/129347
- Start Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- End Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- Credit Details: AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™️: 1.0 hours
Nursing: 1.0 hours
Pharmacy: 1.0 hours - MOC Credit Details: ABS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABS)
ABPATH - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABPATH)
ABS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABS)
ABP - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning and Self-Assessment (ABP) - Commercial Support: No
- Activity Type: Enduring Material
- CME Finder Type: Online Learning
- Fee to Participate: Variable
- Measured Outcome: Learner Knowledge, Learner/Team Competence
- Provider Ship: Directly Provided
- Registration: Open to all
- Specialty: All Practice Areas (e.g. ethics), General Pediatrics, General Surgery, Hospital Medicine, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine, Pediatric Cardiology, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine, Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Pediatric Neurology