Airway Wars: Etomidate vs Ketamine for Rapid Sequence Intubation

October 3, 2023

Currently there are some practice differences in the use of etomidate and ketamine for rapid sequence intubation given the recent literature that has been published on this topic. The goal of this presentation is to discuss these nuances and assess recent literature on the use of etomidate and ketamine in rapid sequence intubation, followed by identifying which clinical scenarios might be optimal for each induction agent.

Target Audience

This course is intended for pharmacists

Learning Objectives

At the completion of this activity, the participant will be able to

  • Recognize indications for rapid sequence intubation
  • Summarize the pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic properties of etomidate and ketamine
  • Analyze the current primary literature on the use of etomidate and ketamine in rapid sequence intubation
  • Evaluate ideal clinical scenarios for the utilization of etomidate and ketamine
 
Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 1.00 Continuing Pharmacy Education (CPE)
    Aurora Health Care Department of Pharmacy Services is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.
Course opens: 
09/08/2023
Course expires: 
12/03/2023
Event starts: 
10/03/2023 - 1:00pm CDT
Event ends: 
10/03/2023 - 2:00pm CDT
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Faculty

Haneen Hussein, PharmD, Pharmacy PGY2 Emergency Medicine Resident – Advocate Christ Medical Center

Disclosure

The planner(s) and speaker(s) have indicated that there are no relevant financial relationships with any ineligible companies to disclose.

 

 

 

Accreditation Statement
In support of improving patient care, Advocate Aurora Health is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

 

Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) 
Advocate Aurora Health designates this live activity for a maximum 1.00 hours of CPE credit for pharmacists. CPE credit can be claimed on the AAH CE platform within 60 days of activity completion and information will be provided to CPE Monitor. Participants should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. 

 

Available Credit

  • 1.00 Continuing Pharmacy Education (CPE)
    Aurora Health Care Department of Pharmacy Services is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.

Price

Cost:
$0.00
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This conference is being held virtually.  A link to the meeting will be provided prior to the event.

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