Power-Pak C.E. is pleased to present a complimentary CE WEBINAR

Faculty

Barbara S. Wiggins, PharmD, BCPS, CLS, FNLA,
FAHA, FCCP, AACC
Affiliate Professor
University of South Carolina College of Pharmacy
Clinical Pharmacy Specialist, Cardiology
Medical University of South Carolina
Charleston, SC
Dates/Times:
Thursday, March 26, 2020
3:00 – 4:15 PM Eastern Time (US)

Goal Statement  To further pharmacists’ ability to optimize anticoagulant selection in atrial fibrillation, with a focus on high-risk subpopulations and evidence-based shared decision-making with the ultimate goal of improving patient outcomes.

Educational Objectives  Upon completion of this program, participants should be better able to:

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Describe evidence for anticoagulant selection in high-risk atrial fibrillation subpopulations, including older patients and those with a history of stroke, those with renal dysfunction, and those undergoing percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI).

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Recognize the need to use the HAS-BLED score to identify and address modifiable risk factors for bleeding.

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Discuss the benefits and drawbacks of various anticoagulant options in patients with atrial fibrillation, including monitoring requirements, drug interactions, and bleeding risk.

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Formulate individualized, evidence-based anticoagulation plans for patients with atrial fibrillation using a shared decision-making process.

Credits: 1.25 hour (0.125 ceu)

Duration: 75 minutes

Location: From the convenience of your home or business; accessible via both PC and MAC

Fee: There is no fee for this educational activity

Target Audience: Pharmacists

Type of Activity: Application

Agenda

Introduction (5 minutes)
Presentation (60 minutes)
Conclusions & Question & Answer Session (10 minutes)

How to Earn Credit  Participants must 1) read the learning objectives and faculty disclosures; 2) participate in the live webinar; and 3) complete the evaluation form directly after the event with a maximum of within 60 days of attending the live session. To answer the questions, click on your selected choice for each answer then proceed to the next question. Your credit will automatically uploaded to CPE Monitor.

Required Computer Hardware/Software  Please ensure the computer system you plan to use meets the following minimum requirements:

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Operating System: Windows 98 or higher & Macintosh 2.2 or higher

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Internet Browser (Mac &/ Windows): Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher, Google Chrome, Safari 5.0.6 or higher, Firefox 3.0.3 or higher & Opera 5 or higher

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Broadband Internet connection: Cable, High-speed DSL & any other medium that is internet accessible

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Peripherals: Computer speakers or headphones

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Monitor Screen Resolution: 320 x 480 or higher

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Media Viewing Requirements: Adobe Reader, Microsoft PowerPoint, Flash Player & HTML5

Accreditation Statements

Pharmacy: Postgraduate Healthcare Education, LLC is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.
UAN: 0430-0000-20-023-L01-P
This educational activity is sponsored by Postgraduate Healthcare Education, LLC (PHE) and supported by an educational grant from Bristol-Myers Squibb and the Pfizer Alliance.