Heart Failure in Older People Part 1: Disease State Review and Lifestyle Interventions (Journal Series)
Learning Objectives
At the conclusion of this application-based activity, participants should be able to:
- Describe the pathophysiological mechanisms involved in the development of heart failure.
- Describe the pathophysiological mechanisms involved in the development of heart failure.
- Assess economic burden and cost-effective interventions for heart failure.
- Compare and contrast the evidence surrounding non-pharmacological treatment options for heart failure.
Target Audience
Senior Care Pharmacists who provide expert advice on the use of medications to individuals and older adults and are committed to providing person-centered care, considering the complex interrelationships between disease states, nutrition, medications, and other variables.
Author
Jason Lancaster, PharmD, MEd, BCPS, FCCP, RPh
Clinical Professor
Northeastern University
Financial Disclosure
Jason Lancaster disclose no relevant financial conflicts of interest with regards to this activity.
None of the planners for this activity have relevant financial relationships to disclose with ineligible companies
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You MUST read the TSCP – Heart Failure in Older People Part 1: Disease State Review and Lifestyle Interventions and successfully complete the post-test and evaluation for credit transfer. The document will also be accessible in the activity when launched from your Learning Portal.
UAN: 0203-0000-24-051-H01-P
Date of Release:: 09/01/24
Date of Expiration: 09/01/2025; 11:59pm ET
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