Contact Hours 1.00
CERP A 1.00
Pharmacology Hours 1.00
Expires Sep 01, 2028
Topics: Cardiovascular
Population: Adult, Geriatric
Role: APRN, Staff
Member: Free
NonMember: $10.00
Activity Summary
Required reading for all learners: Implicit Bias impacts patient outcomes
Antiplatelet therapy is the cornerstone of prevention and management of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular disease, significantly reducing the risk of thrombotic complications. Common indications for antiplatelet therapy include acute coronary syndrome (ACS), chronic coronary artery disease, cerebrovascular disease, and peripheral artery disease. Since these conditions are so common, many critically ill patients are either currently taking antiplatelet agents on admission or will be started on this therapy during hospitalization. For this reason, it is important to understand the differences between antiplatelet agents to ensure safety and efficacy. This article will focus on common antiplatelet agents encountered in the intensive care unit (ICU).Objectives
- Describe the mechanism of action of commonly used antiplatelet medications.
- Identify side effects and contraindications of commonly used antiplatelet medications.
- Recognize the importance of continuation of antiplatelets when able to upon admission to the intensive care unit.
Continuing Education Disclosure Statement
Learners must complete the entire activity and the associated evaluation AND read Implicit Bias impacts patient outcomes. No partial credit will be awarded.
AccreditationAmerican 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
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The Nurse Planner has determined that no individuals with the ability to control content of this activity have relevant relationships with ineligible companies.
Activities with pharmacotherapeutic credit are to assist the APRN in fulfilling their education requirements for licensure and certification renewals.
Refund PolicyContinuing Education Activities are nonrefundable.