Chronic Kidney Disease Pharmacotherapy
VAPHS Training
August 2024
“I am thankful that she told us about the latest guidelines that were updated 2 days ago.
This was a really good presentation. It made me realize I need to brush up on my CKD knowledge, especially in the setting of anemia and Bone-Mineral Density.
The presenter was knowledgeable and displayed her expertise in the practice setting”
About This Course
This on demand course was recorded live for the VAPHS in August of 2024. It provides 2 hours. live AAFP/ AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™, ACPE and pharmacology CE/ CME credit.
2 Hours, Price $38.98
Learning Objectives
Chronic Kidney Disease Pharmacotherapy
Discuss the mechanisms of action, role and pros/cons of SGLT2-inhibitors, GLP-1 inhibitors and finerenone in the prevention of CKD progression.
Describe the mechanisms of action, role and pros/cons of therapies for the management of hyperkalemia in patients with CKD.
Choose appropriate therapy for the management of hyperkalemia in a patient with CKD.
Describe the mechanisms of action, role, and pros/cons of therapies for the management of anemia in patients with CKD.
Initiate appropriate iron and ESA therapy in a patient with anemia and CKD.
Discuss the roles of phosphate, calcium, vitamin D and parathyroid hormone in the development of Chronic Kidney Disease – Mineral and Bone Disorder (CKD-MBD)
Describe the mechanisms of action, and pros/cons of therapies for the management of CKD-MBD.
Choose an appropriate therapy for the management of hyperphosphatemia, low vitamin D and secondary hyperparathyroidism in a patient with CKD.
Dr. Sheryl (Follin) Vondracek, Pharm.D., FCCP, BCPS
Clinical Professor, University of Georgia College of Pharmacy, Savannah, GA.Clinical Pharmacy Specialist, St. Joseph’s Candler Health System, Savannah, GA.
Co-founder of Southeastern Research Group Endeavor (SERGE45) and TeachMePharm
TARGET AUDIENCE/ ACCREDITATION
PHARMACISTS: University Learning Systems is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) as a provider of continuing pharmacy education. These programs are accredited for pharmacists.
NURSE PRACTITIONERS/ NURSES: This course provides 5 contact hours to fulfill the pharmacotherapeutics/ pharmacology requirements for American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Category 1 Continuing Education Hours for certification renewal. The same hours submitted to renew certification may be submitted to a State Board of Nursing for re-licensure. American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) accepts formally approved continuing education sponsored by organizations accredited or approved by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE). .
PHYSICIANS: The AAFP has reviewed Current Treatment Strategies 2024 and deemed it acceptable for up to 15.00 Live AAFP Prescribed credit(s). Term of Approval is from 12/11/2024 to 12/13/2027. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. AAFP Prescribed credit is accepted by the American Medical Association as equivalent to AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ toward the AMA Physician’s Recognition Award. When applying for the AMA PRA, Prescribed credit earned must be reported as Prescribed, not as Category 1. CME programs approved by the AAFP are eligible for Category 2 credit (or Category 1-A under special circumstances) through the American Osteopathic Association (AOA).
PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTS: American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA) accepts certificates of participation for educational activities certified for Prescribed credit from AAFP. Physician assistants may report the number of hours stated above of Category I credit for completing this program.
CONSULTANT PHARMACISTS: Some consultant pharmacist boards accept University Learning Systems courses for recertification either as is or with board approval. Please contact your board regarding course approval and ULS with any questions.
CANADIAN PHARMACISTS: Canadian Council on Continuing Education in Pharmacy (CCCEP) accepts courses accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE). This credit is applicable to health professionals who may require pharmacology credit.
CANADIAN PHYSICIANS: Members of the College of Family Physicians of Canada are eligible to receive up to 15 MAINPRO-M1 credits for participation in this activity due to reciprocal agreement with the American Academy of Family Physicians.
OTHER HEALTH PROFESSIONALS: Contact your respective board regarding approval.