Sodium-Glucose Cotransporter 2 Inhibitors and Fournier Gangrene: A Rare and Lethal Adverse Event
Purpose of Activity
To provide information on Fournier gangrene (FG) associated with sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitors.Learning Objectives
After completing this continuing education activity you will be able to:
- Summarize the epidemiology and potential benefits of the use of SGLT2 inhibitors.
- Identify potential adverse effects of SGLT2 inhibitors, including the signs and symptoms and treatment of FG.
Disclosures
The author and planners have disclosed no potential conflicts of interest, financial or otherwise.
Price:
$12.95
Credits:
- ANCC 1.0 CH / 1.0 APH
- DC - BON 1.0 CH
- KY-BON 1.0 CH
- GA - BON 1.0 CH
Lippincott Professional Development is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. This activity is also provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 11749. Lippincott Professional Development is also an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the District of Columbia Board of Nursing, Florida Board of Nursing, and Georgia Board of Nursing, #50-1223.
Awarded Advanced Pharmacology Hours
Awarded Advanced Pharmacology Hours
Test Code: CNS0319
Published: Mar/Apr
Expires: 12/31/2026
Required Passing Score: 13/18 (72%)