2026 AAENP National Conference: EmergNP

Sympathetic Crashing Acute Pulmonary Edema (SCAPE) is a true emergency where rapid recognition and early intervention can dramatically alter patient outcomes. This session will provide a practical, evidence-based approach to identifying SCAPE, differentiating it from other causes of acute respiratory distress, and initiating timely management using high-dose nitroglycerin, noninvasive ventilation, and other key treatment strategies. You'll leave with greater confidence in recognizing this high-acuity presentation, avoiding common management pitfalls, and delivering life-saving care during the critical first minutes of patient evaluation.