Updates in the Management of Cystic Fibrosis
This presentation will discuss the pathophysiology, complications, and management of cystic fibrosis through review of clinical practice guidelines and analysis of literature evidence. This presentation will also address newer, targeted therapies for cystic fibrosis.
Target Audience
This course is intended for pharmacists
Learning Objectives
At the completion of this activity, the participant will be able to
- Recognize the pathophysiology of cystic fibrosis.
- Identify three diagnoses that may present as complications of cystic fibrosis.
- Apply recommendations from the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Guidelines for the management of cystic fibrosis to a patient case.
- Evaluate cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator (CFTR) modulators for efficacy in cystic fibrosis patients.
Faculty
Sara Witt, PharmD, PGY1 Pharmacy Resident - Aurora West Allis Medical Center
Disclosure
The planner(s) and speaker(s) have indicated that there are no relevant financial relationships with any ineligible companies to disclose.
Accreditation Statement
In support of improving patient care, Advocate Aurora Health is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE)
Advocate Aurora Health designates this live activity for a maximum 1.00 hours of CPE credit for pharmacists. CPE credit can be claimed on the AAH CE platform within 60 days of activity completion and information will be provided to CPE Monitor. Participants should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Available Credit
- 1.00 Continuing Pharmacy Education (CPE)Aurora Health Care Department of Pharmacy Services is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.
Price
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This conference is being held virtually. A link to the meeting will be provided prior to the event.
Contact the AAH Pharmacy Continuing Education team at AAH-PharmacyCPEsubmission@aah.org if you have any questions or need assistance.