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ForwardIntravenous Alpha-2 Agonists: Finding its Place in the NICU
This activity will first provide brief background history on what we already know about pain/sedation and the use of opioids and benzodiazepine in the neonatal population. Following this, the audience will be provided with early literature evaluating pharmacokinetics of dexmedetomidine and then most recent studies providing efficacy and safety data for its use specifically in neonates requiring mechanical ventilation and those who are receiving therapeutic hypothermia for hypoxic ischemia encephalopathy. Based on this evidence, I will close by providing my clinical opinion on its place in the NICU. The goal is to provide more data to practicing pharmacists who are not comfortable with this medication and its use in the neonatal population.
Target Audience
This activity is intended for pharmacists.
Learning Objectives
At the conclusion of this activity, pharmacists should be able to:
- Review current and historical understanding of nociception and sedation in neonates and the clinical implications
- Describe pharmacology and pharmacokinetic profile of dexmedetomidine
- Evaluate available literature surrounding dexmedetomidine use in animal and neonatal models and identify its place in managing neonatal sedation
Additional Information
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Planning Committee
Jontae Warren, PharmD
PGY2 Pediatric Pharmacy Resident
IU Health-Riley Hospital for Children
Planning Committee
Sybil Thomas, PharmD, MBA
Senior Director, Pharmacy
Vizient, Inc.
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FDA off-label/unapproved usage
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Off-label/unapproved drug uses or products are mentioned within this activity.
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Joint Accreditation Statement:
In support of improving patient care, Vizient, Inc. 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.
Designation Statement:
PHARMACY
Vizient, Inc. designates this activity for a maximum of 0.5 ACPE credit hours.
Universal Activity Number: JA0006103-0000-22-139-L01-P
Available Credit
- 0.50 ACPE Pharmacist
- 0.50 General CE – Attendance