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Update in Pharmacotherapy for Hypertension

Update in Pharmacotherapy for Hypertension

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Course

Learn about the updated recommendations for hypertensive management, focusing on drug therapy. Stay informed and clear up confusion in the clinical community.

Nationally & state accredited

Pharmacy

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What you'll learn

Pharmacist Learning Objectives At the conclusion of this continuing education activity, the participant will be able to:

  1. Recognize updates related to classification of hypertension and prehypertension

  2. Identify patient-specific factors that guide selection of agents for hypertension

  3. Determine strategies for addressing non-adherence to anti hypertensive therapy

Pharmacy Technician and Nurse Learning Objectives At the conclusion of this continuing education activity, the participant will be able to:

  1. Recognize the definition of hypertension.

  2. Identify medications commonly used for the treatment of hypertension.

  3. Identify general reasons why patients may be non-adherent to anti hypertensive medicines.


Course description

In 2014, a much-anticipated update to the 2003 JNC guidelines for hypertensive management were released. The 2014 update was met with mixed responses in the medical community and was further complicated by the results of the SPRINT trial in 2015. To address areas of controversy, a multi-organization consensus guideline was released in 2017. After an 11 year period of consistency, the plethora of guidelines releases has resulted in confusion in the clinical community. This activity will provide a clear overview of updated recommendations with a focus on drug therapy. It is relevant for new and experienced pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, nurses, and advanced practice providers.


Course content

  • General Principle

  • 2017 Classifications of Blood Pressure

  • Treatment & Monitoring

  • Goal Blood Pressure

  • First Line Therapies 

  • Second Line Therapies

  • Third Line Therapies

  • Key Takeaways


Course details

Release Date06/21/2025
Expiration Date06/21/2028
Review Date06/21/2028
ACPE UAN0657-0000-25-040-H01-P 0657-0000-25-040-H01-T
CE Broker ID20-924358
Activity TypeKnowledge-based
Activity FormatEnduring

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Instructor

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Jineane VenciPharmD, MS-CI, BCACP

Jineane Venci received her Doctorate of Pharmacy from the University of Buffalo in 2009. She subsequently completed a PGY-1 pharmacy residency at The University of Rochester Medical Center and received a Masters in Clinical Investigation from The University of Rochester. She is a Board Certified Ambulatory Care Pharmacist and is employed as a Senior Clinical Pharmacy Specialist at a large academic medical center.​


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, "Update in Pharmacotherapy for Hypertension", 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: Advanced Practice Nurse Prescribers, Pharmacist, Certified Nurse Midwife, Nursing Assistive Personnel, Certified Nurse Aides, Registered Nurse Practitioner, Advanced Practice Nurses, Forensic Nurse-CSA, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, Psychiatric Nurse, Clinical Nurse Specialist, APRN - Certified Nurse Midwife, Licensed Practical Nurse, Licensed Psychiatric Technician Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Registered Nurse, Licensed Nursing Assistant, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Public Health Nurse, Licensed Vocational Nurse, Nursing Home Administrator, 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:

  • Jineane Venci, PharmD, MS-CI, BCACP - 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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