A Paralyzing Problem: Dosing Considerations for Rapid Sequence Intubation in Obesity

December 20, 2022

A discussion of common dosing discrepancies and subsequent treatment failure in obese patients with rapid sequence intubation (RSI) medication management. This discussion will include a background review of current guideline-directed therapy, as well as an in-depth assessment of pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic characteristics related to commonly utilized RSI agents. Additionally,  guidance will be offered on how to optimize patient outcomes based on medication-specific characteristics and physiologic alterations in obesity.

Target Audience

This course is intended for pharmacists

Learning Objectives

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

  • Assess indications for rapid sequence intubation (RSI) and review current guideline-directed medication management
  • Acknowledge physiologic limitations and barriers to treatment in obese patients undergoing RSI
  • Evaluate pharmacokinetic/pharmacodynamic variations in RSI medications altering efficacy and safety in obese patients
  • Clarify dosing recommendations for RSI medications in obesity based on PK/PD variations
  • Identify special considerations for post-intubation care and RSI agent-reversal in obese patients
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: 
12/01/2022
Course expires: 
12/31/2022
Event starts: 
12/20/2022 - 2:30pm CST
Event ends: 
12/20/2022 - 3:30pm CST
Cost:
$0.00
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Rating: 
5

Faculty

Ashley Seely, PharmD, PGY1 Pharmacy Resident at Advocate Illinois Masonic 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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