Pathophysiology: Alterations of Cardiovascular Function III

Course Code: REL-RCC-PATH-B-15

Hours: 1

Type: Online Course

Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2025

Learning Objectives:
Compare and contrast diseases of the pericardium and myocardium.
Identify four major types of valvular dysfunction, including mitral and aortic regurgitation and stenosis.
Differentiate rheumatic heart disease and infective endocarditis.
Identify some basic dysrhythmias.
Recognize the pathophysiology of heart failure.
Compare and contrast the different types of shock.
Identify the pathophysiology of septic shock and multiple organ dysfunction syndrome.

Reviewer: G Everett Stephens, MD, FAAEM

Reviewer: Karen Krawzik, RHIT, CCS AHIMA Approved ICD-1-CM/PCS Trainer

Reviewer: Martin Huecker, MD

Reviewer: Susan E. Shirato, DNP, MSN, CRNP, CCRN

Reviewer: Carol Maimone, RHIT, CCS

Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Coding Specialists; in the following settings: Acute Care Facility.

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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.