Overview

4.7 out of 5 (37 Reviews)

Credits

1.00

Post Assessment Questions

5

Start Date

1 Sep 2023

Last Review Date

30 Jan 2024

Expiration Date

31 Aug 2026

Estimated Time To Finish

60 Minutes


 
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Activity Description

Esmolol, or esmolol hydrochloride, is an intravenous cardioselective β-1 adrenergic antagonist. This drug has received approval from the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for short-term use in managing supraventricular tachycardia, including rapid ventricular rates in individuals with atrial fibrillation or atrial flutter, and hypertension induced by intubation. Esmolol is a valuable emergency medication for focal atrial tachycardia, particularly in individuals experiencing active bronchospasm. Furthermore, esmolol has proven to be a safe and efficient medication for controlling blood pressure during surgery due to its short half-life. The drug is also indicated in cases of sinus tachycardia, where a rapid heartbeat requires immediate intervention, especially in the case of acute coronary syndrome.

Esmolol is used in various settings, including urgent care, perioperative care, and postoperative care. This drug is used off-label for managing rate and rhythm in conditions such as aortic dissection, acute coronary syndrome, non-ST elevation myocardial infarction, hypertensive emergencies, thyrotoxicosis, refractory ventricular tachycardia, ventricular fibrillation resistant to defibrillation, and for mitigating the catecholamine response during electroconvulsive therapy. This activity focuses on the indications, mechanism of action, adverse events, pharmacology, monitoring, contraindications, clinical toxicology, and relevant interactions of esmolol. This activity also highlights the crucial role of interprofessional healthcare teams involved in assessing treatment approaches and treating patients with tachycardia and related conditions where esmolol is beneficial, considering individual patient needs and potential risk factors.


Target Audience

This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of physicians, physician associates, nurses, pharmacists, and nurse practitioners.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, the learner will be better able to:

  • Identify the appropriate indications for esmolol use, recognizing scenarios such as supraventricular tachycardia, atrial fibrillation, and hypertensive emergencies.

  • Differentiate between the various clinical settings where esmolol is applicable, including urgent care, perioperative, and emergencies.

  • Assess the patient's response to esmolol, monitoring vital signs, cardiac parameters, and any potential adverse events during treatment.

  • Coordinate with interprofessional healthcare teams to optimize esmolol usage within a comprehensive treatment plan, ensuring seamless integration with other therapeutic modalities and patient-centered care.

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Commercial Support: This activity has received NO commercial support.

Continuing Education Accreditation Information

In support of improving patient care, StatPearls, LLC 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.

 

Nurses: StatPearls designates this activity for 1.00 ANCC contact hour(s). Nurses should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Please consult your professional licensing board for information on the applicability and acceptance of continuing education credit for this activity.

Method of Participation and Credit

  1. Register for the activity.    
  2. Review the target audience, learning objectives, and disclosure information.
  3. Study the educational content of the enduring material.
  4. Choose the best answer to each activity test question. To receive credit and a certificate, you must pass the test questions with a minimum score of 100%.
  5. Complete the post-activity assessment survey.

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Disclaimer

This educational activity was planned and produced in accordance with the ACCME Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education. Faculty may discuss investigational products or off-label uses of products regulated by the US Food and Drug Administration. Readers should verify all information before employing any therapies described in this educational activity.

The information provided for this activity is for continuing education purposes only and is not meant to substitute for the independent medical/clinical judgment of a healthcare provider relative to diagnostic and treatment options of a specific patient’s medical condition. The information presented does not necessarily reflect the views of StatPearls or any commercial supporters of educational activities on statpearls.com. StatPearls expressly disclaims responsibility for any adverse consequences resulting directly or indirectly from information in the course, for undetected error, or through a participant's misunderstanding of the content.

Unapproved Uses of Drugs/Devices: In accordance with FDA requirements, the audience is advised that information presented in this continuing education activity may contain references to unlabeled or unapproved uses of drugs or devices. Please refer to the FDA-approved package insert for each drug/device for full prescribing/utilization information.

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