Pharmocotherapy Principles and Practice- Portal Hypertension and Cirrhosis
Contact Hours: 2.0
ACPE No: 014-999-07-033-H04
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Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this activity the participant should be able to:
Upon completion of the chapter, the reader will be able to:
1. Describe the epidemiology and social impact of portal hypertension and cirrhosis.
2. Explain the pathophysiology of cirrhosis and portal hypertension.
3. Outline the progression of liver damage from excessive alcohol intake.
4. Identify the signs and symptoms of liver disease in a given patient.
5. Clarify the consequences associated with decreased hepatic function.
6. List the treatment goals for a patient with portal hypertension and its complications.
7. Evaluate patient history and physical exam findings and recommend a specific regimen including both pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic therapy.
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Computer Requirements for Online Courses
PC
- Windows 2000 SE or greater
- Flash Player Plugin 9.0 or later
- Internet Explorer 6.0 or later OR Firefox 2.0 or later
- Sound Card & Speakers
- 800 x 600 Minimum Monitor Resolution (1024 x 768 Recommended)
- Adobe Acrobat Reader for viewing PDF's
MAC
- Mac OS 10.2.8
- Flash Player Plugin 9.0 or greater
- Safari 2.0 or above OR Firefox 2.0 or later
- Sound Card & Speakers
- 800 x 600 Minimum Monitor Resolution (1024 x 768 Recommended)
- Adobe Acrobat Reader for viewing PDF's'
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