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Overview of the 2023 GOLD Guidelines for COPD
Target Audience
The educational design of this activity addresses the needs of primary care providers (PCPs), including physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants who manage patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
Program Overview
During the first activity of the series, expert faculty will present and discuss key updates to the Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (GOLD) 2023 Report for Prevention, Diagnosis, and Management of COPD. Th... |
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Updates on Pain Review: Conversations with the Experts - Steroids, Anti-Depressants, and Anti-Convulsants
Learning Objectives:
Review contraindications to therapy.
Present a framework for best choices based on goals and patient physiology.
Review the pharmacology and physiology of antidepressants.
Review the pharmacology and physiology of steroid medication.
Review the pharmacology and physiology of anticonvulsants.
When preparing to take the pain board examination, both for initial certification and for recertification, there is a dearth of comprehensive educational programming. The Upd... |
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Overcoming Health Disparities in the Diagnosis and Initial Care of Melanoma: Patient Care Discussions
Target Audience
This activity is intended for dermatologists and other healthcare professionals involved in the diagnosis and initial care of patients with melanoma.
Program Overview
An online module featuring expert faculty discussing existing disparity in the diagnosis and initial care of patients with melanoma, as well as strategies and best practices to reduce these disparities in care.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this activity, participants should be better able to:
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Advancing the Care of Patients With Type 2 Diabetes and Chronic Kidney Disease: Role of the Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 Receptor Agonists: Clinical Compendium
The care of patients with type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease requires a multidisciplinary approach; hence, this activity takes a multidisciplinary approach to educate clinicians of various disciplines. Nephrologist and clinical trialist George Bakris, MD, reviews the burden of diabetic kidney disease (DKD) and provides guideline recommendations to properly screen and prevent cardiovascular disease events in patients with DKD. Fellow clinical trialist and diabetes expert John Buse, MD, ... |
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WEBINAR BUNDLE: Veterinary Pharmacy for Exotic Animals Bundle
Earn up to 3 hours of continuing education focused on Veterinary Pharmacy when you purchase the Veterinary Pharmacy for Exotic Animals Bundle, originally presented at the Annual Conference & Expo and the Veterinary Pharmacy Conference.
1. "Data Gaps in Aquatic Pharmacology: Identifying Challenges and Needs", Jamie Torres, DVM
2. "Exotic Pets and Your Imagination", Randy Carr, RPh, FAPC, FACVP
3. "You Need to Treat What? Meeting the Unique Pharmacy ... |
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WEBINAR BUNDLE: Veterinary Pharmacotherapy Basics Bundle
The Veterinary Pharmacotherapy Basics Bundle is accredited for 2.0 contact hours (0.2 CEUs) of continuing education credit for pharmacists and pharmacy technicians. Shortly after joining ACVP, new members will receive a “Welcome Email” with a code to receive the Veterinary Pharmacotherapy Basics Bundle at no cost*. Current members and non-members can purchase the bundle by clicking below.
Webinar 1: Not So Tiny Humans: Understanding Anatomy & Physiology of Dogs and Cats
Pharma... |
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Pharmacists Education on CBD & Cannabinoids Symposium: On-Demand
Earn up to 11 hours of continuing education when you purchase the 2021 Pharmacists Education on CBD & Cannabinoids Symposium Bundle, originally presented March 19-20, 2021.
The Pharmacists Education on CBD & Cannabinoids Symposium brought together pharmacists, medical professionals, scientists, legal and regulatory professionals for a two-day intensive focus on this critical topic. The online demand bundle allows you to have access to the best in continuing education. From chemist... |
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WEBINAR: Pharmacology of Phytocannabinoids - Pharmacodynamics, Pharmacokinetics and Drug Interactions
Cannabinoids have grown in availability and acceptance over the past several years. Currently, health practitioners face the challenge of working with many patients who not only take pharmaceutical medications but may augment their medications with the use of cannabis. It is imperative for today's practitioners to be comfortable managing this population.
The American College of Apothecaries (ACA) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuin... |
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Opioids Overview & Guidelines for Dentists | Pain Management (3 CEs)
Opioids Overview & Guidelines for Dentists | Pain Management Review 3 CE / Credit Hours
Sources/Editor/Author:
MaryLou Austin, RDH, MS, Health Science Editor
Michelle Jameson, MA, Science Editor
Public Domain Information - CDC, NIH, HHS, Washington Medical Agencies, ADA Opioid Policies, et al. Bree Collaborative
Learning Objectives:
*Know the principles of pain management for acute pain in dental patients.
*Understand the mechanisms of opioid agonists an... |
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WEBINAR BUNDLE: Veterinary Pharmacy Conference 2021 - On Demand
Earn up to 7 hours of continuing education focused on community veterinary pharmacy when you purchase the Veterinary Pharmacy Conference 2021 - On Demand.
The ACVP Veterinary Pharmacy Virtual Conference is the only national conference designed exclusively for community veterinary pharmacies, ideal for new and established veterinary pharmacy practices. This conference is designed for pharmacists and pharmacy technicians and presents the latest clinical and practical topics.
Session 1 -... |
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WEBINAR: Data Gaps in Aquatic Pharmacology: Identifying Challenges and Needs
Administering medications to animals living in an aquatic environment poses unique challenges compared to their terrestrial counterparts. This talk will review the basic considerations when choosing and administering medication to fish and sharks and identify areas where we lack scientific data to support our medication choices. Medication behavior and its relationship to filtration and other environmental factors such as water pH, temperature, and alkalinity will also be covered.
This web... |
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Ready for a Closeup: Differentiating Inadequate Response and Emotional Blunting During Treatment for Major Depressive Disorder
Major depressive disorder (MDD) can have a significant impact on your patients’ lives. However, MDD is not just about feeling “down.” It’s a life-threatening condition that is a leading cause of suicide. Fortunately, there are a variety of effective therapies; however, many patients may experience an inadequate response to treatment and others may have experience anhedonia or reduced emotional responsiveness (ie, emotional blunting) associated with both selective serotonin reuptake inh... |
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Everything Cardiac (DVD-ROM)
This program provides a clinically applicable review of cardiovascular physiology and pathophysiology, cardiac assessment, cardiovascular pharmacology and interventions based on current guidelines for the most common cardiac disorders seen in clinical practice. Content includes a review of cardiac physiology that can be applied in daily practice, the physiological basis for cardiovascular drug therapy and the pathophysiology, diagnosis and guideline-based treatment strategies for heart failure... |
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Comprehensive Dysphagia - Tom Franceschini, MS, CCC-SLP
Comprehensive Dysphagia Interventions: The Esophagus, Acid Reflux Disease, Prevention of Aspiration Pneumonia, Free Water Protocols, Oral Hygiene, Xerostomia and Meds & Dysphagia
Swallowing doesn't end at the pharynx. As such, comprehensive dysphagia interventions cannot consist solely of muscle exercises, maneuvers, compensatory postures, and diet modifications. To ensure the highest quality of care is achieved, dysphagia clinicians must consider other factors that contribute to swallowing... |