Contact Hours: 2.0

Max CEU Credits: 0.2

Learning Objectives:

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.

Faculty:

ACPE No:
014-999-07-033-H04

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