Recent advancements in anesthesia introduced neuromuscular blocking agents (NMBAs), which cause muscle relaxation in addition to traditional narcosis and analgesia. This educational program highlights the indications, mechanism of action, administration methods, adverse effects, contraindications, monitoring, and toxicity of NMBAs, equipping healthcare professionals with the knowledge necessary for optimizing treatment through anesthesia and other therapeutic combinations. Through this initiative, providers gain a superior understanding of the pharmacological properties of NMBAs, enabling them to customize treatment plans according to individual patient needs and effectively manage muscle relaxation during surgical procedures.A clear understanding of NMBAs facilitates precise dosage adjustments and minimizes potential adverse reactions, contributing to safer, more effective patient care. The program underscores the importance of interprofessional collaboration when using neuromuscular blocking agents, fostering an environment where roles are clearly defined, and teamwork is encouraged to enhance patient outcomes and care standards. This activity is a vital resource for healthcare professionals aiming to improve their understanding and application of NMBAs, thus ensuring targeted, personalized care that improves patient outcomes.
- Provider:StatPearls, LLC
- Activity Link: https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/25812
- 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)
ABS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABS)
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: Adult Cardiac, All Practice Areas (e.g. ethics), Ambulatory/Outpatient, Cardiac Anesthesia, Cardiothoracic, Cardiovascular, Congenital Cardiac, Critical Care, General Operative Anesthesia, General Orthopaedics, General Surgery, General Thoracic, Neuro Anesthesia, Non-Thoracic Surgery, Obstetric Anesthesia, Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, Orthopaedic Trauma, Pediatric Anesthesia, Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery, Thoracic Anesthesia