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Avoiding Polypharmacy Pitfalls in Symptom Management

CE Information
1.0 contact hour (0.75 pharmacology)
Completion Time
1 hour
Available Until
December 31, 2024
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Overview

Clinical Topics
Cardiovascular Disease, Diabetes, Health Literacy, Pharmacology, and Treatment

In modern healthcare, the effective management of symptoms is paramount to improving patient outcomes and enhancing quality of life. However, the phenomenon of polypharmacy, the concurrent use of multiple medications, poses significant challenges and risks in symptom management.  This course will provide valuable opportunities for practical application through engaging case studies. By applying the tools and knowledge gained, participants will develop proficiency in identifying, addressing, and preventing polypharmacy-related challenges in real-world symptom management scenarios.

Learning Objectives

Join us as we navigate the intricacies of polypharmacy in symptom management and empower ourselves with the expertise to provide safe, effective, and patient-centered care

Speakers

Lisa Grate
Lisa Grate PharmD, MS, BCOP, BCPS

Clinical Pharmacy Specialist

CE Information

This activity offers 1.0 contact hour (0.75 pharmacology) to attendees.

Accredited by Pacific Lutheran University Center for Continued Nursing Learning (PLU CCNL) is approved as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by Montana Nurses Association, an accredited approver with distinction by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation..

Disclosures

None of the planners or presenters for this educational activity have relevant financial relationships to disclose with ineligible companies.

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Avoiding Polypharmacy Pitfalls in Symptom Management

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