Challenging Arrhythmia Cases for the Allied Professional (non-ACE)

Description

Antiarrhythmic medication overview, followed by case presentations that involve treating arrhythmias through medication vs. catheter ablation.

Learning Objectives

Outline the indications and safety considerations for several common antiarrhythmic medications.
Explain the basic principles of catheter ablation and when it may be considered first-line.
Describe how novel ablation procedures can reduce the burden of antiarrhythmic medications on select patients.

Session Chair(s)

Jessica Mullenix, MSN, NP
Kristen Campbell, PharmD

Presentation

AAD Bootcamp: A Case that Highlights the Risks/Benefits of Common Antiarrhythmic Drugs
Presenter(s): Megan Labreck, PharmD

When is Ablation a Slam-dunk? A Case that Demonstrates the Basic Principles of Ablation and Optimal Patient Selection
Presenter(s): Tiffany Andrade German, MS, PAC

What's New in the EP Lab?: A Case that Highlights Novel Ablation Techniques
Presenter(s): Javed Legacy, PhD

Disclosures

Megan Labreck:

AtriCure, Inc. (content development - learning modules - Consulting)
Boston Scientific (Honoraria/Speaking/Consulting Fee - Speaking and Teaching)

Tiffany Andrade German:

Medtronic,Inc. (Honoraria/Speaking/Consulting Fee - Membership on Advisory Committees or Review Panels)

Javed Legacy:

Boston Scientific (Salary from Employment - Employment)

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Education Framework

Supraventricular Tachyarrhythmias
-- AFib and Flutter - Antiarrhythmic Medication
-- 125. Know the adverse effects of antiarrhythmic medications, including drug–drug and drug–device interactions, as well potential for pro-arrhythmia.

Summary

Availability:

No future session

Cost:

FREE

Credit Offered:

No Credit Offered