Calcium Gluconate

Overview

4.7 out of 5 (27 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

Calcium gluconate is a calcium salt crucial in managing hypocalcemia, cardiac arrest, and cardiotoxicity arising from hyperkalemia or hypermagnesemia. This activity discusses the diverse applications of calcium gluconate in clinical settings. By outlining its indications, mechanism of action, and contraindications, the activity equips healthcare team members with the essential knowledge to adeptly handle scenarios involving hypocalcemia, cardiac arrest, and cardiotoxicity due to hyperkalemia or hypermagnesemia. Adverse events, off-label uses, dosing, pharmacodynamics, monitoring, and relevant interactions will be discussed, ensuring a comprehensive understanding for healthcare professionals managing a spectrum of disorders associated with calcium imbalance.

This activity is tailored for healthcare team members actively involved in addressing hypocalcemia, cardiac arrest, and cardiotoxicity due to hyperkalemia or hypermagnesemia, extending beyond routine clinical scenarios. The focus on critical aspects, ranging from the drug's mechanism of action to potential adverse events and nuanced dosing considerations, underscores its significance in diverse medical contexts. By immersing participants in a thorough exploration of calcium gluconate, this activity facilitates enhanced clinical decision-making, enabling healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes across a spectrum of calcium-related disorders.


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 indications and contraindications for calcium gluconate administration in various clinical scenarios.

  • Determine the appropriate dosing and administration routes of calcium gluconate based on the specific condition being treated.

  • Apply knowledge of calcium gluconate's pharmacology and mechanism of action to guide treatment decisions.

  • Implement laboratory and diagnostic services to monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of calcium gluconate therapy.

  • Outline the indications of Calcium Gluconate

Disclosures

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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.

 

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.

 

 
 

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