Pacemaker Insertion

Overview

4.7 out of 5 (13 Reviews)

Credits

1.50

Post Assessment Questions

5

Start Date

1 Sep 2023

Last Review Date

6 Oct 2024

Expiration Date

31 Aug 2026

Estimated Time To Finish

90 Minutes


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Activity Description

Pacemakers are medical devices designed to regulate abnormal heart rhythms by delivering electrical pulses to the heart. They are used primarily to treat bradycardia due to sinus node dysfunction or atrioventricular block, among other cardiac conditions. Pacemakers can be temporary or permanent, depending on the patient’s needs, and advancements in technology since the 1950s have greatly improved their functionality. Modern pacemakers, along with implantable cardioverter-defibrillators, form a category of cardiac implantable electronic devices. While the implantation procedure is generally safe, risks such as infection, lead dislodgement, and battery depletion must be carefully managed.

In this course, participants gain a deeper understanding of pacemaker indications, coding systems, and proper device management. By familiarizing themselves with the pacemaker code, especially the lesser-known fourth and fifth positions, healthcare professionals enhance their ability to optimize device settings. Collaboration within an interprofessional team, including cardiologists, electrophysiologists, and nurses, ensures a comprehensive approach to patient care. This teamwork leads to more accurate device programming, effective monitoring, and improved clinical outcomes for patients with heart rhythm disorders.


UAN: JA4008338-0000-23-3350-H01-P

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 pacemaker implantation in patients with bradycardia and other cardiac rhythm disorders.

  • Differentiate between temporary and permanent pacemakers based on patient needs and clinical presentations.

  • Screen patients for potential complications related to pacemaker implantation, such as infection or lead dislodgement.

  • Apply interprofessional team strategies and communication efforts to improve care coordination and outcomes for patients with pacemakers.

Pharmacy Activity Type:
Disease/Drug Therapy Related


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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.

 

Pharmacists: StatPearls, LLC designates this activity for a maximum of 1.50 ACPE credit(s). (UAN: JA4008338-0000-23-3350-H01-P ). Pharmacists 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

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  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%.
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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.

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Reviews

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