After this session you’ll be able to:

1. Discuss the indications for hysteroscopic and urologic procedure as well as the various methods to calculate pressure while using a distention media.
2. Identify nursing interventions that may prevent complications associated with the use of distention media during surgery.
3. Determine when to use electrolytic and non-electrolytic distention media.

Why this is important:

Fluid management can be challenging to even the most experienced surgical teams due to problems in calculating accurate estimations of fluid loss. So what do you do? During this session, the Bryon Harper, Consultant and Clinical Education Specialist, will provide an overview of the various manual methods and machines designed to assist in the management of fluid distention. He will cover topics ranging from media administration as it pertains to urology and gynecology, while addressing potential complications that can occur with fluid overload and dilution hyponatremia. You will leave this session equipped to ensure that best practices are adhered to and patient safety is observed in your facility.

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