Tirzepatide for Type 2 Diabetes and Weight Management

Course Overview

Course Outline

1. Introduction
2. Drug Classification
3. Indications of Usage
   – Type 2 Diabetes
   – Weight Loss Management
4. Side Effects and Contraindications
5. Safe Prescribing
6. Alternatives for Weight Loss Management
7. 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 the various types of substance abuse and the signs and symptoms of each. It will take the average learner 60 minutes to complete and awards 1 contact hour of continuing education, including 1 pharmacological contact hour.

Course Outcomes

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

1. Understand the drug classification of tirzepatide
2. Analyze the indications of usage for tirzepatide in diabetes and weight loss management.   
3. Explain safe prescribing practices for this medication and important considerations. 

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

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.