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Learning Objectives
1. Recognize the risk factors associated with the development of hyperlipidemia and hypertension.
2. Describe the role of cholesterol in the development of atherosclerosis and the long-term consequences of uncontrolled hypertension.
3. Identify the appropriate treatment goals when managing hyperlipidemia and hypertension.
4. Recognize the names, mechanisms of action, doses, and side effects of the drugs used in the treatment of hyperlipidemia and hypertension.
5. Recall the specific patient populations that may require additional or different drug treatment and treatment goals than the general population in the management of hyperlipidemia and hypertension.
Authors
Vicki Groo, Pharm.D.
Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice and Medicine
Alexandra Goncharenko, Pharm.D.
PGY-2 Cardiology Pharmacy Resident
This module will provide 2.5 contact hours (0.25 ceus) of continuing pharmacy education credit for pharmacy technicians.
ACPE UAN: 0121-0000-16-003-H01-T
Activity Type: Knowledge-based
Release date: July 1, 2016
Expiration date: July 31, 2018 |