MANAGEMENT OF HYPERTENSION

Course overview

At the completion of this activity, pharmacists will be able to: Explain the prevalence and etiology associated with hypertension; Know the epidemiology of hypertension in the United States; Identify the pathophysiology of primary and secondary hypertension; Describe the clinical presentation and the complications that result from hypertension; Provide examples of lifestyle modifications that are vital to the prevention and management of hypertension; Summarize changes in new hypertension guidelines; Compare and contrast the various pharmacological agents used to treat hypertension; Select appropriate antihypertensive therapy for patients with comorbid diseases and pregnancy; Identify the role of the pharmacist in the management of hypertension.