GLP-1 receptor agonists are extremely popular medications with the potential to improve comorbidities in many individuals.  However, these medications can be extremely dangerous in the Perianesthesia population.  With 1.7% of the US population prescribed semaglutide alone, many patients are presenting for surgery while on these medications.  Come attend the GLP-1ra Deep Dive to find out more in-depth information on this class of medications along with steps perianesthesia nurses need to take in the care of patients taking them.

1.25 contact hours 

Speaker(s)

Michelle Meadows MSN RN CPAN CAPA NPD-BC
michellem@panac.org