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Digital Seminar

The JNC VIII Guidelines: Strategies for Successful Implementation and Clinical Management of Hypertension


Speaker:
Steven Atkinson, PA-C, MS
Duration:
1 Hour 22 Minutes
Format:
Audio and Video
Copyright:
Mar 28, 2014
Product Code:
POS076160
Media Type:
Digital Seminar


Description

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  • JNC 7 vs. JNC 8 Guidelines
  • Recommendations based on age, co-morbidity & ethnicity
  • Pharmacological recommendations & rationale

After a decade of anticipation the Joint National Committee recently released the JNC 8 Guidelines citing numerous clinical trials that support the need to implement new strategies for clinical management of patients with hypertension. The JNC 8 guidelines incorporate a simplified treatment algorithm and evidence-based recommendations for pharmacological management.  Join Steven Atkinson PA-C, MS to discuss the new guidelines and implementation of strategies to provide the safest care considering the clinical characteristics and circumstances of each individual patient.

OUTLINE

JNC 7 versus JNC 8

  • Research and revisions

Age Does Make a Difference

  • Recommendations for age 60 and over
  • New recommendations for under age 60

Ethnicity and Co-Morbid Conditions

  • Recommendations for the diabetic patient
  • Chronic Kidney Disease and HTN management

Attaining Goal Recommendations

  • A simplified approach
  • The waiting game – when to titrate medications
  • The DO NOT’s of combination therapy

The Careful Approach to HTN Management

  • Clinical characteristics and circumstances that affect judgment

OBJECTIVES

  • Discuss treatment guidelines considering age, co-morbidities and ethnicity.
  • Develop strategies for implementing the new guidelines into practice.
  • Identify new pharmacological options for clinical management.

 

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Handouts/Brochure

Speaker

Steven Atkinson, PA-C, MS's Profile

Steven Atkinson, PA-C, MS Related seminars and products


Steven Atkinson, PA-C, MS, is a board-certified Physician Assistant specializing in Geriatric Internal Medicine. He practices medicine in the greater Minneapolis area. In addition to his private practice, he has been on the faculty at the University of Utah since 1994 and has been involved in medicine for over 30 years.

Steven is the co-founder of Twin Cities Physicians, which serves older adults at nearly all levels of their care. He has presented nationally for over 15 years, primarily speaking about geriatric-related syndromes.

Steven is the author of Geriatric Pharmacology: The Principals of Practice & Clinical Recommendations, Second Edition, and also sits on several boards whose purpose is to elevate the level of care in medicine for the patients they serve. Steven has been described as a “dynamic” educator and one of the most engaging presenters around.

 

Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Steven Atkinson is the founder and co-owner of Twin Cities Physicians and Midwest Geriatrics Services, and he is the owner of Mindful Geriatrics, LLC. He provides legal counseling services to medical professionals and receives compensation. Mr. Atkinson receives a fee for course development from Executive Links. He is adjunct faculty at the University of Utah. Mr. Atkinson receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from PESI, Inc. He owns stocks/shares in Moderna, Inc and was a previous stock/shares owner in Lilly. He has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Steven Atkinson is a member of the board for MDMA. He is a member of AMDA/PALTC, GMPA, and others. For a complete list, please contact info@pesi.com.


Additional Info

Access for Self-Study (Non-Interactive)

Access never expires for this product.


Target Audience

Nurses, Clinical Nurse Specialists, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, Pharmacists, PT's OT's, Social Workers

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Comments

lucy d

"excellent presentation"

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