Course Details:
Launch Date: August 5, 2025
Expires: August 31, 2027
Course #1060
15 Credits/Hours
Course Overview
This comprehensive course provides healthcare professionals with essential knowledge about Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG), a severe form of pregnancy-related nausea and vomiting that affects approximately 0.3-3% of pregnancies. Unlike typical morning sickness, HG can lead to significant dehydration, weight loss, and electrolyte imbalances, requiring medical intervention and careful management. This course covers the pathophysiology, diagnosis, treatment approaches, and long-term implications of HG to equip learners with the skills needed to provide optimal care for affected patients.
Table of Contents
- Introduction to Hyperemesis Gravidarum: Definition, Epidemiology, and Historical Context
- Pathophysiology and Risk Factors of Hyperemesis Gravidarum
- Clinical Presentation and Differential Diagnosis
- Diagnostic Criteria and Laboratory Assessment
- Medical Management and Pharmacological Interventions
- Nutritional Support and Hydration Strategies
- Psychosocial Impact and Patient Support
- Maternal and Fetal Outcomes: Short-term and Long-term Implications
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Define Hyperemesis Gravidarum and differentiate it from normal pregnancy-related nausea and vomiting
- Identify key risk factors and explain the underlying pathophysiological mechanisms of HG
- Recognize the clinical features of HG and perform appropriate differential diagnosis
- Apply standardized diagnostic criteria and interpret relevant laboratory findings
- Develop evidence-based treatment plans incorporating pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions
- Implement appropriate nutritional support and hydration protocols for patients with HG
- Assess the psychosocial impact of HG and provide comprehensive patient-centered care
- Evaluate potential maternal and fetal complications and provide appropriate counseling regarding outcomes
