AANA June 2026 Journal Course: GLP-1 Receptor Agonists: What CRNAs Need to Know About Their Expanding Role

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On-Demand

Expires on Jun 02, 2027

Cost

Member: $0.00

Non-Member: $50.00

Resident Member: $0.00

Credit Offered

1 MAC Ed Credit

1 Pharmacology Credit

This course explores the expanding role of glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RAs) in anesthesia practice, with a focus on what CRNAs need to know as these medications become more widely used for type 2 diabetes, obesity, off-label indications, and emerging therapies. Learners will review GLP-1RA pharmacology, mechanisms of action, perioperative implications, and current professional recommendations related to patient safety. Special attention is given to delayed gastric emptying, pulmonary aspiration risk, glycemic control, medication reconciliation, unregulated peptide use, and the importance of individualized, patient-centered care through thorough preoperative screening and interdisciplinary communication.

Learning Outcomes:

Describe the pharmacology and mechanism of actions of GLP-1 RA medications.
Analyze the perioperative implications of GLP-1 RA medications as they relate to patient safety.
Apply current professional guidelines and evidence-based recommendations to execute safe patient-centered anesthesia care.

This program has been prior approved by the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology for 1.00 MAC Ed CE credits; Code Number 1046944; Expiration Date 6/2/2027.

The American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology designates this program as meeting the criteria for up to 1.00 CE credits in Pharmacology.

Adam Davies, DNP, CRNA, APRN
Karla Maldonado, DrAP, CRNA, APRN, FAANA
Mayte Diaz, DNP, CRNA, APRN
Eleanor Rawson, DNP, CRNA, APRN, FAANA
Michelle Canale, DNP, CRNA, APRN, FAANA
Sarah Zhang, PhD, CRNA, APRN
CYnthia Dabney, PhD, DNP, CRNA

None of the content experts for this activity have relevant financial relationship(s) to disclose with ineligible companies.

Accreditation Information:
The American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.

AANA is an approved provider by the California Board of Registered Nursing, CEP #10862.

Disclosure Statement:
Any relevant relationship between an ineligible company and an individual with the ability to influence clinical content will be identified by the Nurse Planner within the activity. Any relevant relationship between an ineligible company and an individual with the ability to influence clinical content has been mitigated.

Post-Test Attempt Notice:
A minimum passing score of 80% is required to pass this course. You have TWO opportunities to achieve a passing score. If you fail to achieve a passing score of 80%, you will not receive CE credit for this course.

Content Disclaimer:
The views, information, or opinions expressed within the videos and audio are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily represent those of the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology.

Course content has been prepared by the presenter/developer, and each viewer agrees that the presenter/developer is solely responsible for the content and the accuracy thereof. The viewer agrees that the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology has no responsibility or liability for the accuracy or completeness of the content.

Refund Policy:
Continuing education activities are nonrefundable.