Hypertension 2018: What's New in the Treatment Guidelines and What Do We Do Now

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION Lecture, discussion, and case study presentation, assisted by computer generated visual effects, will be designed to assist the primary care provider with the early identification of patients at ...

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Lecture, discussion, and case study presentation, assisted by computer generated visual effects, will be designed to assist the primary care provider with the early identification of patients at risk for target organ damage from hypertension, classes of antihypertensive medications designed to attenuate/avoid target organ damage, and mechanisms to evaluate the impact of these medications and their potential adverse effects. Interactive case studies will enhance and cement the knowledge gleaned from the discussion and apply the newest hypertension guidelines.

EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES
After taking part in this educational activity, participants should be better able to:Identify complications associated with hypertensionDiscuss the newest in AHA/ACC hypertension guidelinesDiscuss nonpharmacologic and pharmacologic options for the treatment of hypertension

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