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Understanding and Treating Acute Coronary Syndrome
Continuing Education Credits for Healthcare Professionals
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Credits
1.25 Contact Hours
Event Type
Home Study Webcast
Release Date
Tuesday, February 15, 2011
Expiration Date
Monday, September 09, 2013
Target Audience
Pharmacist, Pharmacy Technician
Program Cost
Free
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Program Overview
Pharmacists can make a difference in the management and treatment of acute coronary syndrome. This program will educate healthcare providers on ACS treatment guidelines, provide an update on pharmacotherapy, and the challenges associated with ACS treatment so they can more comfortably respond to patients and providers in their role as pharmacist.
Pharmacist Educational Objectives
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Describe the epidemiology and etiology of acute coronary syndrome (ACS).
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Outline the evidence and guideline-based role of antiplatelet therapy in the prevention of coronary attacks in patients with acute coronary syndromes (ACS).
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Describe current and emerging oral antiplatelet strategies for long-term prevention of coronary attacks in ACS patients, including mechanisms of action, efficacy, dose and duration of therapy.
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Review the pharmacist's role in counseling patients on lifestyle changes, drug treatment strategies and medication adherence to improve the quality of life and long-term maintenance of ACS patients.
Pharmacy Technician Educational Objectives
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Describe in general terms the role of antiplatelet therapy in the prevention of coronary attacks.
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Identify medications used in the treatment of acute coronary syndrome.
Activity Type
Knowledge
Accreditation
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Pharmacist
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0798-0000-10-064-H01-P
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Pharmacy Technician
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0798-0000-10-064-H01-T
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PharmCon is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing education. In order to obtain a Statement of Credit, participants must score no less than a 70% on the activity's test and complete a program evaluation. Attendees may immediately print their Statement of Credit or leave them stored on this website.
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Faculty
Financial Support By
Astra Zeneca
Program Documents
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Homestudy PDF:
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ACS Handout
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