Course Code: REL-ACU-0-PHAGCV
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2027
Learning Objectives:
Differentiate the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems and their associated neurotransmitters.
Evaluate the roles and functions of alpha and beta adrenergic and cholinergic receptors in response to various agonists and antagonists.
Apply knowledge of cardiac electrophysiology to select appropriate pharmacological treatments for arrhythmias.
Outline:
Section 1: Autonomic Agents: Adrenergic and Cholinergic
Introduction
The Adrenergic Receptors
Adrenergic Agonists
Adrenergic Antagonists
Knowledge Check
Cholinergic Agents
Key Takeaways
Section 2: Antiarrhythmics
Cardiac Electrophysiology
Causes of Arrhythmias
Antiarrhythmic Agents
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 3: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributors
Resources
References
Writer: Sooa Devereaux, MSN, RN
Sooa Devereaux, MSN, RN, has a long history of professional development experience within the hospital setting. She has taught in pre-licensure nursing programs and has mentored many nurses, both new graduate and experienced, throughout her career as a nurse educator. Sooa is a Lead SME Writer at Relias and holds an MSN in Nursing Education.
Subject Matter Expert: Adam Root, PharmD
Adam Root graduated from the University of Pittsburgh with a Doctor of Pharmacy degree in 2013. Adam has worked in the managed care, medication policy, drug information, and community pharmacy settings and has a background in policy and guideline development, clinical program design, and medication use evaluation. He is currently employed as a Clinical Account Executive at Express Scripts. Adam's primary area of interest is utilizing evidence-based medicine to improve the efficacy, safety, and cost of healthcare.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Nurses; Pharmacists; Physician Assistants; Physicians; in the following settings: Acute Care Facility.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.