Chapter 61- Psoriasis

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IMPORTANT NOTE – PLEASE READ FIRST: This continuing education assessment requires that you first purchase the text book: Pharmacotherapy Principles & Practice. Please go to our home page: http://www.rxugace.com/ and click on “Books” for more information Prior To Registering for this assessment.

Upon completion of the corresponding textbook chapter in Pharmacotherapy Principles & Practice and this on-line assessment, the reader should be able to:

1. Discuss the etiology of psoriasis including genetic and immune changes.
2. Describe the pathophysiology of psoriasis including types of psoriasis and clinical presentations.
3. Compare and contrast the treatment modalities for psoriasis, including topical and systemic therapies and phototherapy.
4. Recommend an appropriate treatment plan for a patient with psoriasis.
5. Recommend appropriate monitoring parameters for a patient on drug treatment for psoriasis.
6. Provide appropriate counseling information to a patient with psoriasis.

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