Overview

Session Description

Multiple guidelines exist for acute and chronic venous thromboembolism. The goal is to simplify recommendations and clarify when specific anticoagulants should be used along with when thrombolytics are indicated.  

Target Audience

Pharmacists in all practice settings.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this educational activity learners will be able to:

• Explain the pathophysiology of pulmonary embolism and deep vein thrombosis
• Identify signs, symptoms, and risk factors for venous thromboembolism=
• Determine first line treatments based on disease severity and best practice guidelines
• Select duration and treatment options for chronic therapy

Evaluation

All participants will have the opportunity to review the educational sessions and speakers and to identify future educational needs.

Statement of Disclosure

In accordance with the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) Standards for Continuing Pharmacy Education, The University of Rhode Island College of Pharmacy requires that program faculty disclose any relationship (e.g., shareholder, recipient of research grant, consultant or member of an advisory committee) that the faculty may have with ineligible companies whose products or services may be mentioned in their presentations. No one involved in the planning of this program has any relevant financial relationships to disclose.

Faculty

Sara Kehn, PharmD, PGY1 Pharmacy Resident – Kent Hospital

Sara Kehn is a 2023 graduate of Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. She is currently a PGY1 resident at Kent Hospital, with areas of interest including emergency medicine and cardiology. After completing her residency, Sara plans to continue her career at Kent Hospital.

CE Credit

Requirements for Credit

Attendance and completion of online program evaluations are required to earn credit. No partial credit is available for this program. Evaluations must be completed at www.uripharmacycpd.org within 60 days.

Pharmacy

The University of Rhode Island College of Pharmacy is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education. This knowledge-based program will provide 1.0 Contact Hour (0.1 CEU) for pharmacists. UAN 0060-0000-24-032–L01-P Release Date: June 5, 2024 Expiration Date: August 4, 2024 

Registration

Register

• Login or create an account in URI’s learning management and CE reporting system using your email address and professional license number. Complete all required account set up fields to ensure accurate CE reporting.
• Select “Available Live Activities”
• Select Take Post-Test and proceed to secure online payment (Visa, MC, AMEX, Discover or Electronic Checks accepted).
• Registration Fee & Refund Policy
• Registration fee for this program is $7.

Technology

A mobile device or computer with an internet connection is required.