Name
262: Nephrology Pharmacology Update: Practical Pearls for Safe and Effective Prescribing
Date & Time
Sunday, April 26, 2026, 1:45 PM - 2:45 PM
Description

Staying current with nephrology pharmacotherapy is essential for APRNs and RNs to provide safe, effective care while avoiding medication-related errors. This session will review key medications relevant to nephrology practice, including SGLT2 inhibitors, finerenone, newer phosphate binders, IV iron formulations, patiromer, sodium zirconium cyclosilicate, HIF-PHIs, and GLP-1 receptor agonists. Focus will be placed on practical applications in CKD, dialysis, and transplant care, emphasizing dosing adjustments, side effects, drug-drug interactions, and monitoring strategies to enhance prescribing confidence and prevent common medication errors in nephrology practice.

Session Type
Concurrent
ANCC Contact Hours
1.0