Pharmocotherapy Principles and Practice- Osteoporosis

Contact Hours: 1.0

ACPE No: 014-999-07-068-H04

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Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this activity the participant should be able to:
On completion of the chapter, the reader will be able to
1. Explain the association between osteoporosis and morbidity and mortality.
2. Identify risk factors that predispose patients to osteoporosis.
3. Describe the pathogenesis of fractures.
4. List the criteria for the diagnosis of osteoporosis.
5. Recommend appropriate lifestyle modifications to prevent bone loss.
6. Compare and contrast the effect of available treatment options on reduction of fracture risk.
7. Recommend an appropriate treatment regimen for a patient with osteoporosis, and develop a monitoring plan for the selected regimen.
8. Educate patients on osteoporosis and drug treatment, including appropriate use, administration, and adverse effects.

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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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