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Antiarrhythmia Pharmacology

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Antiarrhythmic Pharmacology

Antiarrhythmic agents used to treat a variety of atrial and ventricular arrhythmias require a high level of clinical knowledge for safe and effective prescribing, administration, patient counseling, and evaluation. This Antiarrhythmic Pharmacology course will enhance your understanding of these high risk medications. The course will discuss the link between the cardiac action potential and the drug mechanism of action, to provide a physiological framework for the use of these medications. Agents are discussed by classification with characteristics and nursing implications of specific agents highlighted. Clinical decision making is guided by algorithm, based on patient and drug specific features. Evidence from the American College of Cardiology, American Heart Association, and Heart Rhythm Society for the management of supraventricular, atrial, and ventricular arrhythmias serve as the foundation for clinical recommendations.

Please Note: This course can be purchased as part of a package in the CV Pharmacology Essentials Course.

Antiplatelet and Anticoagulation Pharmacology

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Antiplatelet and Anticoagulation Pharmacology

Fibrinolytics, antiplatelet and anticoagulants are not interchangeable medications. Understanding the right situation for use can impact lives. This pharmacology short course will discuss when to use fibrinolytics, when to use anticoagulants, and when to used antiplatelet medications in patients with acute coronary syndromes, atrial fibrillation, stroke, or venous thromboembolic disease. With patient safety being a high priority, this course discusses safe practice including assessing risk versus benefits, essentials for prescribing, issues in administration, evaluation of effectiveness, and monitoring for adverse outcomes. The challenges of managing patients with triple therapy will be discussed incorporating the newest guidelines. Case studies are used to help with practical application.

Please Note: This course can be purchased as part of a package in the CV Pharmacology Essentials Course.

Comprehensive Cardiovascular Pharmacology

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Comprehensive Cardiovascular Pharmacology

This 2-day comprehensive course takes a deep dive into CV medications used in the management of adult / gerontologic patients in all settings of care. This course is presented at the APRN level but is appropriate for RNs and other healthcare professionals who care for patients with cardiovascular disease in any setting who desire a strong pharmacology knowledge base. Course content is evidence based and guideline directed. Key learning points include clinical decision making, patient safety, advocacy, pearls for prescribing, patient education, and optimal point of care practices. Through a patient centered and physiological approach to learning, this program is designed to equip you with knowledge to take your practice to the next level. Learning is enhanced with clinical examples and case studies reflecting clinical application of medications to disease states. See course objectives for a more specific list of course topics.

Please Note: This course is part of the Institute of Excellence for Cardiac Essentials Learning Plan and the Advanced Practice Package.

CV Pharmacology Essentials

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CV Pharmacology Essentials

Do you need up to date and relevant cardiovascular knowledge? And, would you like clear and practical ways to apply this knowledge in your clinical practice? If so, this course is for you. CV Pharmacology Essentials is a series of 4 pharmacology webinars covering: 1) Heart Failure Pharmacology, 2) Antiarrhythmic Pharmacology, 3) Diabetes Medications in Acute and Critical Care, and 4) Anticoagulants and Antiplatelet Agents. During class you will master up to date and evidence based information. You will also be equipped to apply this information in clear and meaningful ways that will change your practice.

Please Note: These courses can each be purchased individually.

Heart Failure Pharmacology: Quad Therapy and Beyond

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Heart Failure Pharmacology: Quad Therapy and Beyond

Are you finding it hard to keep up with the pharmacologic management of heart failure? What is the difference in treating patients with HFrEF and HFpEF? Are there any options for patients with HFmrEF? What are the caveats with “Quad” therapy? This course is designed to help you stay current in your practice with the vast amount of evidence-based information available. We know you need the most current information to care for and manage increasingly complex patients with acute and chronic illness. We have synthesize the latest information for you and present relevant and practical applications. Knowledge is power but wisdom is lifesaving, and wisdom is what you will gain in this course.

Please Note: This course can be purchased as part of a package in the CV Pharmacology Essentials Course.

Pharmacological Management of Diabetes in Acute and Critical Care

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Pharmacological Management of Diabetes in Acute and Critical Care

Are you challenged with understanding the rights and the wrongs of managing diabetes in the hospital setting? Are you frustrated watching patients go from hyperglycemia to hypoglycemia and lack the confidence to understand which adjustments in treatment are the right ones? The management of blood glucose in the acute and critical care environment can be challenging but important. There are specific targets for blood glucose that improve outcomes in hospitalized patients. Critical illness alters oral intake and metabolic needs which call for changes in the treatment of DM. From monitoring to prescribing, this course will enhance your understanding of diabetes management as we reinforce concepts you already know and adds concepts that you are less comfortable with. This course is jam packed with practical tips that will help improve outcomes in patients with diabetes and increase your confidence when caring for them.

Please Note: This course can be purchased as part of a package in the CV Pharmacology Essentials Course.

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