ABOUT COURSE
This course explores the full spectrum of Nicotine Replacement therapy patches including gum, lozenges, inhalers, and nasal sprays to reduce withdrawal symptoms and help individuals quit smoking.
The curriculum covers essential topics for prescribers including:
- Indications
- Dosage and Administration
- Mechanism of Action
- Pharmacokinetics
- Warnings
- Drug Interactions
- Contraindications
- Augmentation Strategies
- Recommended Lab Tests
- Therapeutic Levels
- Overdose Management
- Tapering/Withdrawal
- Use in Special Populations-
- Pregnancy,
- Lactation,
- Renal Impairment,
- Hepatic Impairment,
- Cardiac Impairment,
- Elderly,
- Children and Adolescents.
- Important pearls based on years of practice.
This course is designed to elevate the clinical skills of psychiatric nurse practitioners and other prescribers through comprehensive training in prescribing and managing NRT therapy effectively and safely.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Brand Names & Generic:
- Learn about brand names under which Nicotine Replacement Therapy is marketed.
- Learn about different generic names under which Nicotine Replacement Therapy is available in the market.
Indications:
- Learn the FDA-approved uses and potential off-label applications of Nicotine Replacement Therapy.
- Know the dosages of all potential off label uses.
Dosage and Administration:
- Understand different medication forms and their administration.
- Implement appropriate dosage and administration guidelines for Nicotine Replacement Therapy in various clinical scenarios.
- Learn how to dose Nicotine Replacement Therapy correctly and identify usual dosage ranges.
Pharmacological Effects:
- Explore the mechanisms of Nicotine Replacement Therapy.
- Understand how Nicotine Replacement Therapy works in the brain to treat substance abuse and other conditions.
- Discuss the impact of Nicotine Replacement Therapy on neurotransmitter levels and brain chemistry.
Pharmacokinetics:
- Absorption: Understand how Nicotine Replacement Therapy is absorbed in the body.
- Distribution: Learn about the distribution of Nicotine Replacement Therapy in the body.
- Metabolism: Discuss the metabolism of Nicotine Replacement Therapy.
- Elimination: Understand how Nicotine Replacement Therapy is eliminated from the body.
- Half–life: Know the half-life of Nicotine Replacement Therapy and its clinical significance.
Drug Interactions:
- Identify common drug interactions with Nicotine Replacement Therapy and strategies for managing them.
- Understand the mechanisms through which these interactions occur.
- Know which medications should be avoided with Nicotine Replacement Therapy due to drug interactions
Common Side Effects:
- Learn about the most common side effects of Nicotine Replacement Therapy.
- Understand potential life-threatening side effects and how to manage them.
- Educate patients on what to expect and how to manage side effects.
Contraindications:
- Learn the conditions under which Nicotine Replacement Therapy should not be used.
- Understand the reasons why these conditions are contraindicated.
Best Augmenting Combos for Partial Response:
- Learn about the best augmenting combinations for patients with partial response to Nicotine Replacement Therapy.
- Discover effective strategies for augmenting Nicotine Replacement Therapy.
- Evaluate the efficacy and safety of common augmentation strategies.
Recommended Lab Tests:
- Learn about recommended lab tests for safe and effective monitoring.
- Identify necessary lab tests to monitor patients on Nicotine Replacement Therapy.
- Interpret lab results to guide treatment adjustments.
Therapeutic Monitoring:
- Apply strategies for therapeutic monitoring to optimize treatment outcomes.
- Know about the therapeutic blood levels for Nicotine Replacement Therapy.
Overdose:
- Understand the signs & symptoms of Nicotine Replacement Therapy overdose.
- Recognize early warning signs of overdose and effective management strategies.
Tapering/Withdrawal:
- Apply best practices for tapering and withdrawal of Nicotine Replacement Therapy to minimize withdrawal symptoms.
- Follow the best protocols based on decades of clinical practice to safely taper Nicotine Replacement Therapy.
- Educate patients on the process and expected symptoms of tapering.
Usage with Special Populations:
- Gain insights into the unique considerations for prescribing Nicotine Replacement Therapy to special populations such as pregnancy, lactation, hepatic impairment, renal impairment, cardiac impairment, elderly, and children.
- Tailor Nicotine Replacement Therapy dosage for special populations considering their unique needs.
- Understand the risks and benefits of Nicotine Replacement Therapy use in these populations.
Important Pearls:
- Learn about essential clinical pearls to enhance practice and ensure patient safety.
- Understand the most important facts about Nicotine Replacement Therapy based on decades of clinical practice.
- Apply practical tips and experiences from clinical practice to improve patient outcomes.
