Hypertension Review of Guidelines and Drug Therapy Management Course for Physical Therapist
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Hypertension Review of Guidelines and Drug Therapy Management Course for Physical Therapist is organized by ContinuingEducation.com - OnCourse Learning Corporation and will be held during Oct 10, 2016 - Oct 10, 2019. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 1.00 Hours.
Course Description :
The prevalence of hypertension in the United States has increased dramatically over the past few decades, affecting more than 80 million American adults 20 years and older. Hypertension is the most common condition seen in the primary care setting. From 2003 to 2013, the death rate from high blood pressure increased 8.2% with the actual number of deaths increasing 34.7%. Fewer than half of Americans with hypertension have met the established blood pressure goals. The prevalence of hypertension is highest in non-Hispanic blacks, tends to be higher in women, and increases with advancing age. Recent data suggests that even people free of hypertension at age 55 still have a 90% lifetime risk of developing high blood pressure. Because there are so many Americans with hypertension, it is vital for healthcare professionals to recognize hypertension and be familiar with the most common treatments, including lifestyle changes and medications.
Course objectives are:
The goal of this continuing education module is to inform nurses, dietitians, pharmacists, physical therapists, physicians, and radiologic technologists about current guidelines and drug therapy for the management of hypertension. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to:
• State blood pressure goals in patients with uncomplicated hypertension and in patients with diabetes or renal disease
• Discuss the five components of lifestyle modification
• Discuss the four classes of antihypertensive drugs recommended as first-line agents known to reduce the complications associated with hypertension
Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.
Course Description :
The prevalence of hypertension in the United States has increased dramatically over the past few decades, affecting more than 80 million American adults 20 years and older. Hypertension is the most common condition seen in the primary care setting. From 2003 to 2013, the death rate from high blood pressure increased 8.2% with the actual number of deaths increasing 34.7%. Fewer than half of Americans with hypertension have met the established blood pressure goals. The prevalence of hypertension is highest in non-Hispanic blacks, tends to be higher in women, and increases with advancing age. Recent data suggests that even people free of hypertension at age 55 still have a 90% lifetime risk of developing high blood pressure. Because there are so many Americans with hypertension, it is vital for healthcare professionals to recognize hypertension and be familiar with the most common treatments, including lifestyle changes and medications.
Course objectives are:
The goal of this continuing education module is to inform nurses, dietitians, pharmacists, physical therapists, physicians, and radiologic technologists about current guidelines and drug therapy for the management of hypertension. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to:
• State blood pressure goals in patients with uncomplicated hypertension and in patients with diabetes or renal disease
• Discuss the five components of lifestyle modification
• Discuss the four classes of antihypertensive drugs recommended as first-line agents known to reduce the complications associated with hypertension
Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.
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