Intra-abdominal hypertension and pressure monitoring

This module defines intra-abdominal hypertension and abdominal compartment syndrome and their parameters, discusses their complications, risk factors, and causes and explains the measurement and ongoing monitoring of intra-abdominal pressure.

Target Audience

Nurses and midwives

Business Outcomes

This course is related to the Australian National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) Standards as part of Standard Five: Comprehensive Care.

It forms part of any continuing professional development package for nursing care for patients at risk.