The goal of this article is to assist the nurse in understanding the mechanism, indications, and side effects of Amiodarone. Emphasis will be on the nursing management as well as dosage, administration, drug interactions, and patient education of those who take Amiodarone.
Course Publication Date:
March 27, 2020
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| Author: | Ray Lengel RN, FNP, MS |
| Course No: | AOA120919 |
| Contact Hours: | 2.00 |
| Delivery Method: | Online Self Study |
| Category: | Medical & Surgical Issues
Critical Care Medicine
Emergency & Trauma Medicine
Geriatric Medicine
Pharmacology
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Learning Objectives
Describe the mechanism of action of Amiodarone.
State the indications of Amiodarone.
Identify the four main side effects of Amiodarone.
Explain the signs and symptoms of Amiodarone overdose and the treatment for overdose.
State the loading and maintenance doses of Amiodarone.
Identify the eleven categories of drugs that interact with Amiodarone.
Describe patient education of Amiodarone.
Explain the precaution, contraindication, and adverse reactions of Amiodarone.