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Bad Bugs, ‘New’ Drugs: Updates on Antibiotic Treatment Options for Multidrug Resistant Gram-Negative Bacterial Infections
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Learn about novel antibiotics for multidrug-resistant bacterial infections in this activity designed for pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and nurses.

Bad Bugs, ‘New’ Drugs: Updates on Antibiotic Treatment Options for Multidrug Resistant Gram-Negative Bacterial Infections
Learn about novel antibiotics for multidrug-resistant bacterial infections in this activity designed for pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and nurses.
Nationally & state accredited
Course Features
What you'll learn
Pharmacist Learning Objectives At the conclusion of this continuing education activity, the participant will be able to:
Review common resistance mechanisms among Gram-negative bacteria
Describe novel antibiotic agents based on their pharmacological properties and spectrum of activity
Evaluate the role of novel antibiotic agents in the treatment of multidrug resistantGram-negative bacterial infections based on emerging clinical data
Nurse / Pharmacy Technician Learning Objectives At the conclusion of this continuing education activity, the participant will be able to:
Review common resistance mechanisms among Gram-negative bacteria
List novel antibiotic agents based on their pharmacological properties and spectrum of activity
Review literature on how novel antibiotic agents affects multidrug resistant Gram negative bacterial infections
Course description
Antibiotic-resistant bacteria are a major problem both nationally and globally. Novel antibiotic options are being developed for treatment of multidrug resistant Gramnegative bacterial infections. This activity is intended to make pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and nurses aware of these novel antibiotics to recognize their potential clinical utility, pharmacology, adverse effects, and clinical pearls as well as evaluate available literature on their use for treatment of such infections.
Course content
Course Details
Handout
Course Outline
Tenants of Critical Care
NMBA Essentials
NMBA Classes
Uses of NMBAs
General risks of NMBAs in the ICU
Agent selection
Rocuronium
Atracurium
Cisatracurium
NMBA anti-inflammatory effect in ARDS
The balancing act of NMBAs in ARDS
Continuous NMBA monitoring
Landmarks in the NMBA debate
ACURASYS
ROSE
The pharmacist’s role
Conclusions
References
Knowledge Check
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Instructor

Wesley D. Kufel is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Pharmacy Practice at Binghamton University School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences in Binghamton, NY, where he delivers infectious diseases (ID) education to pharmacy students. He is also a Clinical Pharmacy Specialist in ID at SUNY Upstate University Hospital in Syracuse, NY, where he provides clinical services for the ID consultation teams. He serves as a preceptor and educator for pharmacy students, PGY1 pharmacy residents, PGY2 ID residents, medical trainees, and ID fellows. He also serves as the Residency Program Coordinator for the PGY2 ID residency program and co-director of the Residency Research Certificate Program. He is also a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Medicine Division of ID at SUNY upstate Medical University In Syracuse, NY.
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This continuing education course is especially relevant for these healthcare professions, but other professionals may also benefit
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Frequently asked questions
How many CE credits does this course provide?
This course, "Bad Bugs, ‘New’ Drugs: Updates on Antibiotic Treatment Options for Multidrug Resistant Gram-Negative Bacterial Infections", provides 1 contact hour of continuing education credit upon successful completion.
Is this course accredited?
Yes, this course is accredited by Nursing, Pharmacy. AchieveCE is an approved provider of continuing education for healthcare professionals.
Which professions is this course approved for?
This course is especially relevant for: Advanced Practice Nurse Prescribers, Pharmacist, Certified Nurse Aides, Advanced Practice Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurse, Registered Nurse, Licensed Nursing Assistant, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Public Health Nurse, Pharmacy Technician. Other healthcare professionals may also benefit from this continuing education content.
How do I report my CE credits after completing this course?
Your credits are automatically and instantly reported to CE Broker and CPE Monitor upon successful completion. No manual reporting is required on your part.
Will I receive a certificate of completion?
Yes, you will receive a certificate of completion immediately after finishing the course and passing the assessment. The certificate can be downloaded and printed directly from your account.
What is your refund policy?
We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, you can request a full refund within 30 days of purchase.
How long do I have to complete this course?
You have unlimited time to complete the course at your own pace. Once purchased, the course is available in your account until its expiration date. You can pause and resume at any time.
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I am always interested in continuing education in the areas of health, wellness, nutrition and mental health. Your course was well written, well organized and helpful in meeting state licensure requirements.
Very well written, easy to digest, time efficient, and straight to the point. Thank you!
I appreciate the convenience of the course being online and accessible through my phone and that it directly reports to CEBroker to support mandated education requirements.
I really loved this information. I was hospitalized last year for almost a month and I noticed multiple medical errors (not being hooked up to my IV multiple times, given wrong medication which caused my sodium to be very low, etc.) which lengthened my stay. I can now define those exact errors and better understand what happened to me. I hate that these medical errors are so common and I appreciate how well laid out your breakdown and categorization of them was.
Very well written, easy to digest, time efficient, and straight to the point. Thank you!
I appreciate the convenience of the course being online and accessible through my phone and that it directly reports to CEBroker to support mandated education requirements.
I really loved this information. I was hospitalized last year for almost a month and I noticed multiple medical errors (not being hooked up to my IV multiple times, given wrong medication which caused my sodium to be very low, etc.) which lengthened my stay. I can now define those exact errors and better understand what happened to me. I hate that these medical errors are so common and I appreciate how well laid out your breakdown and categorization of them was.
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Requirements & disclosures
Financial Disclosures
This activity was developed by AchieveCE free of any commercial support. The following individuals have indicated that they have no financial relationships with an ineligible company that may impact upon this activity:
Wesley D. Kufel, PharmD, BCIDP, BCPS, AAHIVP - Content Expert and Faculty
Patricia Dunn, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC - Nurse Planner
Pete Kreckel, RPh - Pharmacist Planner
Gracielle Tubera - Content Reviewer
Luke Porter – Content Reviewer
Dianne Arroyo - Activity Publisher
Passing Grade
Participants must achieve a passing score on the activity post-test, which may be 70% or 80%, depending on the course. They must also complete an activity evaluation. There are no time limits and unlimited test-taking attempts. Credits will be reported automatically to CE Broker if your license information is entered correctly in your profile.
Hardware Requirements
Windows 8.1, Windows 10, Mac OS X 10.1+, iOS 10+, Android 4.3+
Software Requirements
Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Mozilla Firefox, Adobe Acrobat Reader
Network Requirements
Broadband Internet Connection: T1, Hi-speed DSL or Cable4G cellular connection
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