AACN: ACUTE AND CRITICAL CARE PHARMACOLOGY
A A C N
A Web-based course designed for both new and experienced nurses,
AACN: Acute and Critical Care Pharmacology provides comprehensive
coursework that increases nursing knowledge on safe administration of
medications commonly used in caring for acutely and critically ill patients.
Ensure Safe Administration of Medication
• Evidence-based content—Promotes enhanced patient safety and optimal outcomes using proven
concepts and techniques.
• Realistic patient scenarios—Stimulate learners’ critical thinking skills and offer practice in complex
E L E A R N I N G
decision-making.
• Interactive learning checks—Confirm and reinforce learning through engaging activities such as
Flashcards, Quiz Show and Wheel-Spin.
• Trusted expertise—Ensures delivery of accurate, reliable coursework—developed by AACN and education partner Elsevier Clinical Solutions.
Course Learning Objectives
Identify patient safety issues related to
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medication administration in acute and critical care.
2Differentiate pharmacodynamics and
pharmacokinetics and the effect on individuals or specific patient populations.
3 Describe the actions of vasoactive
medications, and assess patients for both
intended effects and adverse reactions.
4 U nderstand antiarrhythmic medications—
mechanism of action, desired effects, adverse
reactions and safe dosages.
5 Assess patients for pain and anxiety, as well as the effects of analgesics and sedatives.
6Manage issues related to paralytic medi-
cations, and avoid potential adverse reactions.
7 D escribe common blood products, and implement processes to safely administer them.
The most comprehensive,
evidence-based pharmacology
course online for acute and
critical care nurses.
Course available to individuals and organizations through AACN and Elsevier Clinical Solutions
The American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN) is accredited
as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses
Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.
ANCC Provider Number 0012.
AACN is approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing,
Provider Number CEP1036 (50-minute contact hour).
To learn more visit www.aacn.org/elearning or call 800-899-2226
A A C N
AACN E-Learning is designed by critical
care nurses for critical care nurses
AACN's E-Learning program offers the continuing education and professional training that critical care clinicians need to maintain their edge,
delivered in a convenient, interactive environment that keeps learners
focused and stimulated.
• Comprehensive course portfolio—Courses spanning pediatric to palliative care, regularly reviewed and updated by content experts to reflect the latest evidence-based practices.
• Web-based programming with easy access—Accessible anywhere, anytime with an Internet
E L E A R N I N G
connection. No software to install or updates to maintain.
• Engaging, interactive courseware—Rich visuals, animation, videos, click-to-view topics and interactive
exercises maintain interest for a wide variety of learning styles.
• Simple monitoring of student progress and comprehension—Educators can quickly create learner
performance and progress reports using real-time data.
• Blended learning integration—Helps educators seamlessly incorporate technology-based learning into
their hands-on and classroom-based training.
• Best-in-class customer service and technical support—Live, personalized customer support from
trained specialists available 24/7.
AACN E-Learning Library Note: CE based on 60-minute contact hour
69 CE
6.5 CE
40 CE
Up to
38.1 CE
AACN: Essentials of Critical Care Orientation (ECCO)
AACN: Basic ECG Interpretation (ECG)
Essentials of Nurse Manager Orientation (ENMO) 1
Essentials of Pediatric Critical Care Orientation (EPCCO) 2
3.5 CE AACN: The Preceptor Challenge
3.5 CE A ACN: Promoting Excellence in Palliative and End-of-Life Care
Up to12 CE AACN: Acute and Critical Care Pharmacology 3
4.0 CE AACN: Optimizing Care for Acutely Ill Older Adults
Bonus
ACN: Introduction to Blended Learning—
A
Bonus course for AACN E-Learning Site Managers
1
Developed in partnership with AONE (a registered trademark of the American Organization of Nurse Executives).
Developed by content experts at Children’s Hospital Association.
3
Developed in partnership with Elsevier Clinical Solutions, a division of Elsevier.
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Rev. 4/2015
To learn more visit www.aacn.org/elearning or call 800-899-2226