TraumaCast 11- Temperature, Acidosis and Bleeding - Oh my! Trauma Diamond of Death

Topic: TraumaCast 11 - Temperature, Acidosis and Bleeding - Oh my! Trauma Diamond of Death A text code and phone number will be provided at the end to confirm attendance. Once submitted, you will receive an email with instructions to complete the evaluation. Target Audience: Children’s National Registered Nurses Objectives: 1. Identify the four components of the “Lethal Diamond of Death”— hypothermia, acidosis, coagulopathy, and hypocalcemia—and explain how each physiologic derangement impacts trauma outcomes, particularly in pediatric patients. 2. Describe the pathophysiology and clinical implications of each component of the lethal diamond, including their interdependent effects on metabolism, coagulation, and perfusion in the trauma setting. 3. Apply evidence-based strategies for early recognition and correction of hypothermia, acidosis, coagulopathy, and hypocalcemia during trauma resuscitation, with a focus on pediatric considerations and the importance of goal-directed therapy. Successful Completion: 1) View the entire session 2) Complete online post-test/evaluation and attestation of completion. Contact Hours will only be eligible for a three-year period from the original air date. (Expiration date:5/30/2028) CNE: 0.75 hours Trauma Hour(s): 0.75 No financial or in-kind commercial support was received for this educational activity. Joint Accreditation Statement: In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by Children’s National Hospital. Children’s National Hospital is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. Children’s National Hospital Accreditation Provider # 4008362. If you have any questions on claiming credit, contact ce@childrensnational.org.