Hypertension in a New Century: Challenge and Change – Canadian Council On Continuing Education In Pharmacy (CCCEP)

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Cardiovascular, Medication Management, Senior Care

2 Credits

Course Description

Course Details

Expiry Date: 2014-04-29

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Learning Objective(s)

  1. List the consequences of untreated hypertension and the benefits of effective antihypertensive therapy.
  2. Outline the major challenges to successful treatment of hypertension.
  3. Explain the importance of working with physicians to facilitate appropriate blood pressure monitoring and optimum adherence to treatment in hypertensive patients.
  4. Describe (and put into practice) specific measures an individual pharmacist can take to help ensure appropriate treatment and optimal adherence for hypertensive patients.