Evidence-Based Management of Persistent Pulmonary Hypertension

Intended Audience: All neonatal nurses

ANCC NCPD Contact Hour(s): 1.5 | Rx=1.5

NCC Category Codes: NIC3, NNP4

Purpose Statement:
This article addresses the pathophysiology, risk factors, signs and symptoms and treatment of persistent pulmonary hypertension with an emphasis on a systematic approach to managing this complex disease.

Learning Outcome:
Upon completion of this activity the learner will be able to describe the pathophysiology of persistent pulmonary hypertension (PPHN) and identify a bundle of evidence-based interventions for managing PPHN in neonates.

Release Date: January/February 2026
Expiration Date: February 28, 2029

Disclosures:
No persons with the potential to control the content of this activity have relevant financial relationships with any commercial company that may be related to the subjects discussed within this article.

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Keywords: persistent pulmonary hypertension; evidence-based; transfer; neonatal intensive care; respiratory; cardiac

Authors:

 Carol Trees MSN, DNPc