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 Improving Medication Adherence

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Type: Internet

ACPE Live Credit
Date(s): 03/26/08
Times: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM ET
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CT
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM MT
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM PT
Facility: RxSchool Live e-Classroom
  2601 Blake Street
  Suite 400
  Denver , CO 80205
Contact(s): RxSchool
1-866-960-5334
atsupport@rxschool.com
Fee: $20.00


 Live CE Information

This program is supported by:
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Improving Medication Adherence

Presented by Susan Cornell, BS, PharmD, CDE, CDM
Assistant Director of Experiential Education
Assistant Professor, Department of Pharmacy Practice
Midwestern University, Chicago College of Pharmacy
Downers Grove, Illinois

Course Description:
It is not uncommon for patients with chronic illness to be prescribed 5 or more medications. Chronic Illnesses are often treated with combination therapy in order to achieve various goals. Patient adherence, drug and food interactions are often common problems that can effect treatment. Whenever medication is dispensed through the pharmacy, a unique opportunity exists for enhancing the quality of patient care. By taking just a few moments to consult with the patient, a pharmacist can increase the likelihood of adherence to a drug regimen, reduce the possibility of medication errors and detect adverse reactions. This program will review strategies for addressing the complications and problems associated with taking medication, as well as, allow participates to practices proven techniques and skills to optimize adherence and minimize complexity.

Learning Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this program, participants will be able to:
  1. Identify potential barriers to adherence of a medication regimen.
  2. Discuss the healthcare professional’s role in medication adherence.
  3. Demonstrate techniques and skills which help enhance taking medications.

Faculty Disclosure:

RxSchool has a Full and Fair Disclosure Policy that requires course faculty to communicate any real or apparent commercial affiliations related to the content of their presentations/materials. Dr. Cornell would like to disclose that she does discuss the use  of Byetta in pre-diabetes and weight loss, and is on the following speakers Bureau's: Lifescan, Takeda, Pfizer Merck, Abbott, Bayer and Novo Nordisk.

Commercial Support:

This program is supported by Rx Pro Health, Inc. 




 Courses Offered
 Improving Medication Adherence
Speakers:
Susan Cornell, BS, PharmD, CDE, CDM
 
Details:

System Requirements

This is a live presentation delivered over the internet. In order to see and hear the program properly, you must have the following:

  1. Broadband internet connection, such as T1, Cable, or high-speed DSL.

    Before enrolling in this program, please test your internet connection here. It is important that you take this test on the same computer and network you will be using the day of the live presentation.

  2. No
    Dial-up or modem is not supported.
    Lower-grade DSL may not provide a quality experience.
    No
    Connecting via wireless network is not recommended.
      RxSchool makes every effort to ensure maximum quality of our live online CE; however, please be aware that network difficulties beyond our control may occur.

  3. Computer speakers or headphones.


  4. Flash Player 6 or higher. Click here for a free download of the latest version.


  5. Refunds will not be issued to users who have not successfully tested the classroom. If you're having troubles, please contact Tech Support (877-217-8129) before you sign up for a live online program.

This event has limited enrollment, so you must pre-register to attend.

Target Audience: Pharmacists

Time: 12:00 to 1:00 pm ET 
         11:00 to 12:00 pm CT 
         10:00 to 11:00 am MT
         9:00 to 10:00 am PT

Location: Internet Broadcast - RxSchool Live E-Classroom



To receive CE credit, participants must complete an online evaluation form for each session attended. After completing the evaluation, you can view, print and track your CE statements of credit online.

  System Requirements for E-Classroom
This is a live presentation delivered over the internet. In order to see and hear the program properly, you must have the following:

  1. Broadband internet connection, such as T1, Cable, or high-speed DSL.

    Before enrolling in this program, please test your internet connection here. It is important that you take this test on the same computer and network you will be using the day of the live presentation.

    No Dialup Dial-up or modem is not supported.
    Lower-grade DSL may not provide a quality experience.

    No Wireless Connecting via wireless network is not recommended.

    RxSchool makes every effort to ensure maximum quality of our live online CE; however, please be aware that network difficulties beyond our control may occur.

  2. One of the following internet browsers: Internet Explorer 6.1 or higher; Firefox 1.0.3 or higher; Safari 1.1 or higher; Mozilla 1.2 or higher; Google Chrome

  3. Computer speakers or headphones connected to your computer.

  4. Adobe Flash Player 6.0.79 or higher. Click here for a free download of the latest version.

    Refunds will not be issued to users who have not successfully tested the classroom. If you're having troubles, please contact Tech Support (866-960-5334) before you sign up for a live online program.

The material presented here does not reflect the views of Pharmacy Choice, Inc., RxSchool, or the companies providing educational content. These materials may discuss uses and dosages for therapeutic products, processes, procedures and inferred diagnoses that have not been approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration. A qualified health care professional should be consulted before using any therapeutic product discussed. All readers and continuing education participants should verify all information and data before treating patients or employing any therapies described in this continuing education activity.




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