Session Summary
This session provides an evidence-based review of pharmacologic agents used to support sleep and circadian health in hospitalized adults. We explore commonly prescribed hypnotics and sedatives, including benzodiazepines, non-benzodiazepine receptor agonists, dexmedetomidine, melatonin, and orexin antagonists, discussing their indications, risks, and relevance to different patient populations. Wake-promoting agents such as modafinil and caffeine, with attention to their use in reducing ICU-related hypersomnia are included. Case studies illustrate key concepts and links to patient outcomes. Pharmacology content = 90%
Objectives
- Discuss physiological underpinnings of sleep and wakefulness.
- Identify pharmacotherapeutic agents used in the hospital for the promotion of sleep and wakefulness, including indications and side effects.
- Examine latest evidence and clinical guideline recommendations for pharmacologic management of sleep/wake promotion in hospitalized adults.
Topics
Pharmacology
Population
Adult
Role
APRN, Staff
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Successful Completion
Learners must complete the entire activity and the associated evaluation to be awarded contact hours AND read Implicit Bias impacts patient outcomes. No partial credit will be awarded.
Accreditation
The American Association of Critical-Care Nurses is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider number CEP 1036, for 1.00 contact hours.
Disclosure
Any relevant relationship between an ineligible company and an individual with the ability to influence clinical content will be identified by the Nurse Planner within the activity. Any relevant relationship between an ineligible company and an individual with the ability to influence clinical content has been mitigated.
Accreditation refers to recognition of continuing education only and does not imply AACN, ANCC, or CBRN approval or endorsement of any commercial products discussed or displayed in conjunction with this educational activity.
Activities with pharmacology hours are to assist the APRN in fulfilling the pharmacotherapeutic education requirements for licensure and certification renewals.
Activities meet the standards for most states that require mandatory continuing education for license and/or certification renewal. AACN recommends consulting with your own state board of nursing or credentialing organization before submitting your certificate of completion.
Refund Policy
Continuing Education Activities are nonrefundable.