Sample interview questions: How do you handle patients who are in need of emergency amniotic fluid embolism management?
Sample answer:
Emergency Amniotic Fluid Embolism Management
As an ER Nurse, handling patients in need of emergency amniotic fluid embolism (AFE) management requires prompt and efficient intervention.
Assessment:
- Assess vital signs (hypotension, tachycardia, tachypnea)
- Monitor respiratory status (respiratory distress, pulmonary edema)
- Perform cardiac auscultation (muffled heart sounds)
- Check for coagulopathy (bleeding, DIC)
- Obtain a detailed history of labor and delivery
Interventions:
Respiratory Support:
- Intubate and mechanically ventilate
- Administer supplemental oxygen
- Use positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP)
Circulatory Support:
- Administer intravenous fluids and vasopressors
- Monitor central venous pressure and pulmonary capillary wedge pressure
- Consider inotropic support if necessary
Coagulopathy Management: