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From Kings to Commoners: Exploring Modern Treatment Strategies for Gout

From Kings to Commoners: Exploring Modern Treatment Strategies for Gout

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Course

Learn modern treatment strategies for gout in "From Kings to Commoners," a course that delves into historical and contemporary approaches to managing this condition effectively.

Nationally & state accredited

Pharmacy

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What you'll learn

At the conclusion of this course, participants will be able to:

  1. Explain the pathophysiology of gout.

  2. Describe the clinical presentation of acute gouty arthritis.

  3. Describe the different classes of medication used for treatment and prevention of gout.

  4. Identify patients who qualify for prophylactic urate lowering therapy (ULT).

  5. Create a treatment plan for a patient with acute gouty arthritis.


Course description

The rising incidence and complexities of gout, a common form of arthritis closely tied to overconsumption of food and alcohol, requires healthcare professionals to stay updated with the most current treatment guidelines, as set forth by the American College of Rheumatology. To address this urgent need, the course will offer a comprehensive overview of diagnostic protocols, both abortive and prophylactic pharmacological options, as well as evidence-based non-pharmacological interventions. The ultimate goal is to empower healthcare practitioners with the most current knowledge and practical skills to enhance patient outcomes through effective, evidence-based management of gout.


Course content

  • Introduction

  • What is Gout?

  • Epidemiology and Risk Factors of Gout

  • Purine to Uric Acid

  • Pathophysiology of Gout

  • Clinical Presentation

  • Tophus

  • Diagnosis

  • Goals of Therapy

  • Recommended Lifestyle Modifications

  • Pharmacologic Management of Acute Gouty Arthritis

  • Prevention of Acute Gouty Arthritis with Urate Lowering Therapy (ULT)

  • Randomized Controlled Trial

  • Xanthine Oxidase Inhibitors

  • Original Article

  • Uricosuric Drugs

  • Pegloticase

  • Management of Comorbid Conditions

  • Monitoring

  • Conclusion

  • References


Course details

Release Date06/02/2024
Expiration Date06/02/2027
Review Date06/02/2027
ACPE UAN0657-0000-24-030-H01-P 0657-0000-24-030-H01-T
CE Broker ID20-1214194
Activity TypeKnowledge-based
Activity FormatEnduring

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Instructor

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Elif Özdener-PoyrazPharmD, BCACP, CDE, AAHIVP

Dr. Elif Özdener-Poyraz joined Fairleigh Dickinson University, School of Pharmacy & Health Sciences in August 2014. She primarily teaches pharmacotherapy and accompanying laboratory courses to students in their first, second, and third year of pharmacy school. She is also part of an interdisciplinary team in an outpatient community clinic providing clinical pharmacy services for underserved patients with HIV infection. Dr. Özdener-Poyraz received her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from University of the Sciences, Philadelphia College of Pharmacy. She completed her post-graduate residency training focused on ambulatory care pharmacy practice at Wilkes-Barre Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. She is a licensed pharmacist in the states of New Jersey and Pennsylvania. She is also a Board-Certified Ambulatory Care Pharmacist, an American Academy of HIV Pharmacist, and a Certified Diabetes Educator.


Ideal CE course for these professions

This continuing education course is especially relevant for these healthcare professions, but other professionals may also benefit


Accreditations

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  • Arkansas State Board of Nursing

  • California Board of Nursing

  • District of Columbia Board of Nursing

  • District of Columbia Board of Nursing Assistive Personnel

  • Florida Board of Nursing

  • Florida Board of Nursing - Certified Nursing Assistants

  • Florida Board of Nursing Home Administrators

  • Georgia Board of Nursing

  • Kansas State Board of Nursing

  • Kentucky Board of Nursing

  • Michigan Board of Nursing

  • Mississippi Board of Nursing

  • New Mexico Board of Nursing

  • New Mexico Certified Nurse Midwives and Licensed Midwives

  • North Dakota Board of Nursing

  • South Carolina Board of Nursing

  • West Virginia Board of Registered Nurses

  • Wyoming Board of Nursing


Frequently asked questions

How many CE credits does this course provide?

This course, "From Kings to Commoners: Exploring Modern Treatment Strategies for Gout", provides 1 contact hour of continuing education credit upon successful completion.

Is this course accredited?

Yes, this course is accredited by Nursing, Pharmacy. AchieveCE is an approved provider of continuing education for healthcare professionals.

Which professions is this course approved for?

This course is especially relevant for: Pharmacist, Certified Nurse Midwife, Registered Nurse Practitioner, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, Clinical Nurse Specialist, Licensed Practical Nurse, Licensed Psychiatric Technician Nurse, Registered Nurse, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Consultant Pharmacist, Pharmacy Technician. Other healthcare professionals may also benefit from this continuing education content.

How do I report my CE credits after completing this course?

Your credits are automatically and instantly reported to CE Broker and CPE Monitor upon successful completion. No manual reporting is required on your part.

Will I receive a certificate of completion?

Yes, you will receive a certificate of completion immediately after finishing the course and passing the assessment. The certificate can be downloaded and printed directly from your account.

What is your refund policy?

We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, you can request a full refund within 30 days of purchase.

How long do I have to complete this course?

You have unlimited time to complete the course at your own pace. Once purchased, the course is available in your account until its expiration date. You can pause and resume at any time.


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Dawn O.Nutritionist
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I am always interested in continuing education in the areas of health, wellness, nutrition and mental health. Your course was well written, well organized and helpful in meeting state licensure requirements.

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Priya M.Occupational Therapist
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Very well written, easy to digest, time efficient, and straight to the point. Thank you!

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Cristina GRegistered Nurse
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I appreciate the convenience of the course being online and accessible through my phone and that it directly reports to CEBroker to support mandated education requirements.

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Allison B.Nurse Practitioner
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I really loved this information. I was hospitalized last year for almost a month and I noticed multiple medical errors (not being hooked up to my IV multiple times, given wrong medication which caused my sodium to be very low, etc.) which lengthened my stay. I can now define those exact errors and better understand what happened to me. I hate that these medical errors are so common and I appreciate how well laid out your breakdown and categorization of them was.

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Requirements & disclosures

Financial Disclosures

This activity was developed by AchieveCE free of any commercial support. The following individuals have indicated that they have no financial relationships with an ineligible company that may impact upon this activity:

  • Elif Özdener-Poyraz, PharmD, BCACP, CDE, AAHIVP - Content Expert and Faculty

  • Patricia Dunn, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC - Nurse Planner

  • Pete Kreckel, RPh - Pharmacist Planner

  • Gracielle Tubera - Content Reviewer

  • Luke Porter – Content Reviewer

  • Dianne Arroyo - Activity Publisher

Passing Grade

Participants must achieve a passing score on the activity post-test, which may be 70% or 80%, depending on the course. They must also complete an activity evaluation. There are no time limits and unlimited test-taking attempts. Credits will be reported automatically to CE Broker if your license information is entered correctly in your profile.

Hardware Requirements

Windows 8.1, Windows 10, Mac OS X 10.1+, iOS 10+, Android 4.3+

Software Requirements

Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Mozilla Firefox, Adobe Acrobat Reader

Network Requirements

Broadband Internet Connection: T1, Hi-speed DSL or Cable4G cellular connection


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