Caffeine Toxicity

Overview

4.7 out of 5 (27 Reviews)

Credits

1.00

Pharmacology Credits

0.5

Post-Assessment Questions

8

Start Date

1 Sep 2023

Last Review Date

6 Feb 2025

Expiration Date

31 Aug 2026

Estimated Time To Finish

60 Minutes


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Activity Description

Caffeine toxicity arises from the excessive consumption of caffeine, a widely used stimulant recognized for enhancing mental alertness. With 85% of Americans consuming caffeine daily and an average cup of coffee containing 40 to 150 mg of caffeine, the risk of toxicity increases with inadvertent overuse or intentional overdose. Caffeine is present in various over-the-counter products, including energy drinks, appetite suppressants, stimulants, exercise supplements, decongestants, bronchodilators, and mental stimulants, making unintentional overexposure common.[1][37]

This activity reviews the pathophysiology of caffeine toxicity, including its clinical manifestations and diagnostic approaches. Management strategies, including supportive care and targeted interventions, are discussed to address mild, moderate, and severe cases. Emphasis is placed on the role of the interprofessional team in preventing, identifying, and managing caffeine toxicity to improve patient outcomes. Understanding the diverse sources of caffeine and their potential interactions aids healthcare providers in mitigating risks associated with overuse.


Target Audience

This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of physicians, physician associates, nurses, pharmacists, and nurse practitioners.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, the learner will be better able to:

  • Identify the pathophysiology of caffeine toxicity.

  • Assess the signs and symptoms of caffeine toxicity.

  • Implement appropriate management strategies, including supportive care, activated charcoal, or hemodialysis, for caffeine toxicity.

  • Apply interprofessional team strategies to improve care coordination and communication, advance the treatment of caffeine toxicity, and improve outcomes.

  • Outline the pharmacologic therapy as it applies to Caffeine Toxicity

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Nurse Practitioners: StatPearls designates this activity for 1.00 ANCC contact hour(s), which includes 0.5 hour(s) of pharmacology. NPs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

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  4. Choose the best answer to each activity test question. To receive credit and a certificate, you must pass the test questions with a minimum score of 100%.
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Disclaimer

This educational activity was planned and produced in accordance with the ACCME Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education. Faculty may discuss investigational products or off-label uses of products regulated by the FDA. Readers should verify all information before employing any therapies described in this educational activity.

The information provided for this activity is for continuing education purposes only and is not meant to substitute for the independent medical/clinical judgment of a healthcare provider relative to diagnostic and treatment options of a specific patient’s medical condition. The information presented does not necessarily reflect the views of StatPearls or any commercial supporters of educational activities on statpearls.com. StatPearls expressly disclaims responsibility for any adverse consequences resulting directly or indirectly from information in the course, for undetected error, or through a participant's misunderstanding of the content.

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