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Pharmacological Management of Autism Associated Behaviors

Pharmacology Contact Hours Awarded: 3

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Course Overview

Pharmacological Management of Autism Associated Behaviors

Author: Sadia A, MPH, MSN, WHNP-BC

This course is an overview of medications used to manage behaviors or mood disturbances often associated with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Learners will explore the purpose of medications, common symptoms associated with medication use, medical implications on quality of life, and ASD medication management and research. This course will also discuss method of actions associated with these medications and the nurses’ role in ASD medication, education, andsoc management. This course is intended for advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs). 

Course Outline

  1. Introduction 
  2. Defining Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) 
    1. Prevalence 
    2. Signs and Symptoms 
    3. Risk Factors 
    4. Complications 
  3. Defining ASD Medications 
    1. Options 
    2. How and Where ASD Medications are Used 
    3. Clinical Criterium for Prescribing 
    4. Average Cost 
  4. ASD Medication Pharmacokinetics 
    1. Antipsychotics  
    2. Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs) 
    3. Stimulants 
    4. Anxiolytics 
    5. Tricyclic Antidepressants 
    6. Alpha-Adrenergic Receptor Agonists 
    7. Melatonin  
    8. N-Acetylcysteine 
    9. Sulforaphane 
    10. Cannabidiol 
  5. Non-pharmacological Management Options for ASD 
  6. Nursing Considerations 
    1. Nurse’s Role in Care 
    2. Identification of ASD   
    3. Patient Education  
  7. Upcoming Research 
  8. Case Studies 
  9. Conclusion 

Accreditation Statement

Nursing CE Central LLC is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

In this course, we will discuss Pharmacological Management of Autism Associated Behaviors​. It will take the average learner 180 minutes to complete and awards 3 contact hours of continuing education.

Course Outcomes

After completing this course, the learner will rate a 4 out of 5 on the Likert Scale for their ability to:

  1. Describe common side effects of medications used to manage autism-associated behaviors and mood disturbances. 
  2. List alternatives to medication use for management of autism spectrum disorder. 
  3. Discuss the clinical criteria for prescribing medications for management of autism-associated behaviors and mood disturbances. 

Target Audience

  • Registered Nurses (RN)
  • Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRN)
  • Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN/LVN)

Requirement for Completion

  1. Enrollment in the course by the learner
  2. Read and learn all course materials
  3. Complete the course evaluation
  4. Attest and testify learning of the course materials

Accreditations + Approvals

  • American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) (P0614)
  • California Board of Registered Nursing (CEP 17418)
  • Kentucky Board of Nursing (7-0090)
  • Louisiana State Board of Nursing (58)
  • New York State Department of Education (IC 208)
  • New York State Department of Education Child Abuse #80996
  • Florida Board of Nursing (50-23983)

Disclosure of Relevant Financial Relationships

Nursing CE Central nor any of the authors, planners, content experts, or any contributors have any relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.

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Course created on: February 19, 2025

Course Expires on: February 19, 2028

Course Offering: #566

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