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Bad Bugs, ‘New’ Drugs: Updates on Antibiotic Treatment Options for Multidrug Resistant Gram-Negative Bacterial Infections

Bad Bugs, ‘New’ Drugs: Updates on Antibiotic Treatment Options for Multidrug Resistant Gram-Negative Bacterial Infections

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Course

Learn about novel antibiotics for multidrug-resistant bacterial infections in this activity designed for pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and nurses.

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Pharmacy

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What you'll learn

Pharmacist Learning Objectives At the conclusion of this continuing education activity, the participant will be able to:

  1. Review common resistance mechanisms among Gram-negative bacteria

  2. Describe novel antibiotic agents based on their pharmacological properties and spectrum of activity

  3. 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:

  1. Review common resistance mechanisms among Gram-negative bacteria

  2. List novel antibiotic agents based on their pharmacological properties and spectrum of activity

  3. 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

  • Pre-test

  • Video: To Block or Not To Block: Safe and Effective Use of Neuromuscular Blockade

  • Video

  • Transcript

  • Knowledge Check

  • Post-test

  • Course Evaluation

  • Post-survey


Course details

Release Date04/07/2025
Expiration Date04/07/2028
Review Date04/07/2028
ACPE UAN0657-0000-25-022-H01-P 0657-0000-25-022-H01-T
CE Broker ID20-908752
Activity TypeKnowledge-based
Activity FormatEnduring

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Instructor

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Wesley D. KufelPharmD, BCIDP, BCPS, AAHIVP

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.​


Ideal CE course for these professions

This continuing education course is especially relevant for these healthcare professions, but other professionals may also benefit


Accreditations

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  • Arkansas State Board of Nursing

  • California Board of Nursing

  • District of Columbia Board of Nursing

  • District of Columbia Board of Nursing Assistive Personnel

  • Florida Board of Nursing

  • Florida Board of Nursing - Certified Nursing Assistants

  • Florida Board of Nursing Home Administrators

  • Georgia Board of Nursing

  • Kansas State Board of Nursing

  • Kentucky Board of Nursing

  • Michigan Board of Nursing

  • Mississippi Board of Nursing

  • New Mexico Board of Nursing

  • New Mexico Certified Nurse Midwives and Licensed Midwives

  • North Dakota Board of Nursing

  • South Carolina Board of Nursing

  • West Virginia Board of Registered Nurses

  • Wyoming Board of Nursing


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 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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