ICU learning pathway | Vasoactive Agents (Vasopressors)

Vasoactive Agents (Vasopressors)
Session Overview
Description
This session will describe the classification of vasopressors and list the indications for their use.

By the end of this session you will be able to:

• Describe the different types of vasopressors
• State the mechanism of action of vasopressors
• List the indications for vasopressor use

Before commencing this session you should complete:

• Module 03/Clinical Problems in ICU/Hypotensive Patient/Assessment and Resuscitation of a Shocked Patient (001-0291)
• Module 03/Clinical Problems in ICU/Hypotensive Patient/Classification of Shock (001-0292)
• Module 03/Clinical Problems in ICU/Hypotensive Patient/Cardiac output monitoring I (001-0293)
• Module 03/Clinical Problems in ICU/Hypotensive Patient/Cardiac output monitoring II (001-0294)

This session will cover:

• The different types of vasopressors
• The mechanisms of action of vasopressors
• Indications for the use of vasopressors