GABA Receptor Positive Allosteric Modulators

Overview

4.8 out of 5 (11 Reviews)

Credits

1.00

Pharmacology Credits

1.00

Post Assessment Questions

5

Start Date

1 Sep 2023

Last Review Date

28 Feb 2024

Expiration Date

31 Aug 2026

Estimated Time To Finish

60 Minutes


 
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Activity Description

GABA receptor-positive allosteric modulators, encompassing benzodiazepines and barbiturates, are pivotal in addressing diverse medical conditions such as seizures, anxiety, alcohol withdrawal, sedation, and muscle spasms. This educational initiative is tailored for the multidisciplinary healthcare team caring for patients with these conditions. The program meticulously explores the indications, mechanisms of action, and contraindications of GABA-positive allosteric modulators, shedding light on their specific roles in seizure control, anxiolysis, alleviation of alcohol withdrawal symptoms, sedation induction, and mitigation of muscle spasms.

Participants in this educational activity acquire an enhanced understanding of the pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics of GABA-positive allosteric modulators, encompassing potential off-label applications, dosing strategies, monitoring parameters, and pertinent drug interactions. The aim is to empower healthcare professionals with the knowledge required to make informed decisions, ensure judicious prescribing practices, and optimize patient care in the management of seizures, anxiety disorders, alcohol withdrawal, sedation, and muscle spasms, among other related conditions. The content provides an in-depth exploration of the mechanism of action and adverse event profile, facilitating the enhancement of clinical expertise in utilizing these medications.


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 suitable clinical scenarios and patient profiles where GABA-positive allosteric modulators are appropriate for managing conditions such as seizures, anxiety, alcohol withdrawal, sedation, and muscle spasms.

  • Screen and conduct comprehensive patient assessments to identify individuals who might benefit from GABA-positive allosteric modulators, considering their medical history and potential interactions with other medications.

  • Select the most suitable GABA-positive allosteric modulator based on patient-specific characteristics and the nature of the condition being treated.

  • Implement strategies within an interprofessional healthcare team to coordinate care plans, share information, and ensure comprehensive patient management using GABA-positive allosteric modulators.

  • Outline the indications of GABA Receptor Positive Allosteric Modulators

Disclosures

StatPearls, LLC requires everyone who influences the content of an educational activity to disclose relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies that have occurred within the past 24 months. Ineligible companies are organizations whose primary business is producing, marketing, selling, re-selling, or distributing healthcare products used by or on patients. All relevant conflict(s) of interest have been mitigated. Hover over contributor names for financial disclosures. Others involved in planning this educational activity have no relevant financial relationships to disclose.

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.

 

Nurse Practitioners: StatPearls designates this activity for 1.00 ANCC contact hour(s), which includes 1.00 hour(s) of pharmacology. NPs 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 FDA. 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.

Cancellation Policy: Please see the cancellation policy. StatPearls, LLC reserves the right to cancel any course due to unforeseen circumstances.

 

 
 

Reviews

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