This activity examines the wide-ranging applications of tocilizumab, a humanized monoclonal antibody approved by the FDA for managing rheumatoid arthritis (RA), giant cell arteritis (GCA), polyarticular juvenile idiopathic arthritis (PJIA), systemic juvenile idiopathic arthritis (SJIA), and COVID-19 pneumonia. The program elucidates the intricate mechanisms of action underlying tocilizumab’s efficacy, detailing its authorized uses across diverse patient populations. Emphasis is placed on the interprofessional healthcare team’s pivotal role in comprehending therapeutic considerations, potential adverse effects, and nuanced decision-making associated with tocilizumab, particularly in off-label contexts such as COVID-19 treatment.This educational initiative underscores the need for healthcare professionals to critically analyze tocilizumab’s roles and limitations, fostering a deeper understanding of its implications for patient care in rheumatological conditions and infectious diseases. Participants will gain insights into optimizing tocilizumab’s use, considering the interprofessional team’s collaborative efforts and coordinated approaches. The activity aims to empower healthcare practitioners with the knowledge necessary for informed prescription and strategic implementation of tocilizumab in diverse clinical settings, contributing to improved patient outcomes and management across a spectrum of rheumatological and infectious diseases.
- Provider:StatPearls, LLC
- Activity Link: https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/133174
- Start Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- End Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- Credit Details: AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™️: 1.0 hours
Nursing: 1.0 hours
Pharmacy: 1.0 hours - MOC Credit Details: ABS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABS)
ABOS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABOS)
ABPATH - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABPATH)
ABA - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABA)
ABTS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABTS)
ABIM - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Medical Knowledge (ABIM)
ABS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABS)
ABP - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning and Self-Assessment (ABP)
ABTS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABTS) - Commercial Support: No
- Activity Type: Enduring Material
- CME Finder Type: Online Learning
- Fee to Participate: Variable
- Measured Outcome: Learner Knowledge, Learner/Team Competence
- Provider Ship: Directly Provided
- Registration: Open to all
- Specialty: Adolescent Medicine, Ambulatory/Outpatient, Cardiothoracic, Cardiovascular Disease, Clinical Pathology, Complex General Surgical Oncology, Critical Care Medicine, General Operative Anesthesia, General Orthopaedics, General Pediatrics, General Surgery, Hematology, Hospital Medicine, Medical Oncology, Medical Toxicology, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine, Pediatric Hematology-Oncology, Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery, Pediatric Rheumatology, Pulmonary Disease, Rheumatology, Sports Medicine