ANA: APRN Pharmacology Today: Understanding Treatment of Bipolar Disorders

This course explores the pharmacologic options for treating bipolar disorder (including bipolar I and bipolar II). It outlines the pharmacotherapeutic principles of the various modalities, with comparative analysis of efficacy and adverse effects and attention to special patient populations. In reviewing the evidence-based guidance and case studies, you will gain comprehensive insight into tailoring pharmacologic approaches to each patient given the unique challenges presented by bipolar disorder.

Key Learning Outcomes:

1. Describe the diagnostic criteria for bipolar and related disorders.
2. Apply the latest evidence and guideline recommendations on bipolar disorder to the pharmacologic treatment of individuals diagnosed with the disorder.
3. Compare and contrast pharmacologic treatments for bipolar disorder, considering pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and pharmacotherapeutics.
4. Formulate treatment and monitoring plans, integrating effective pharmacologic interventions for individuals exhibiting symptoms of bipolar disorder.