Contact Hours 2.30
CERP A 2.30
Pharmacology Hours 0.62
Expires Dec 31, 2026
Topics: Neurology, Medication Management
Population: Adult
Role: Staff
Member: Free
NonMember: $20.00
Activity Summary
Required reading for all learners: Implicit Bias impacts patient outcomes
Patients with neurological injuries often develop elevated intracranial pressure, placing them at risk for neurological decline and death. Astute, evidenced-based care provided by knowledgeable bedside RNs and APRNs can improve patient outcomes. Participants apply advanced knowledge of pathophysiology and management strategies, including drug selection, administration and management guidelines, for these complex patients. Pharmacology content: 25%.Objectives
- Examine the pathophysiology of intracranial pressure elevation, including common causes and symptoms.
- Distinguish nonpharmacologic and pharmacologic interventions to manage intracranial pressure elevation.
- Apply a multimodal approach to manage intracranial pressure elevation using case studies.
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.