Lipid Management: Current Perspectives and Emerging Approaches- Evaluate primary and secondary prevention evidence with statins, and explain the importance of lowering LDL-C with statin therapy for reducing cardiovascular risk.
Describe strategies for managing statin intolerance, interpret statin safety data, and assess benefit/risk with statins.
Summarize and explain the 2013 ACC/AHA Cholesterol Guidelines.
Recognize the association of hypertriglyceridemia with increased risks and define currently available therapies for reducing elevated triglycerides.
Evaluate similarities and differences between fish oil supplements and prescription omega-3 treatment options, and between currently available and emerging omega-3 fatty acid agents.1.25 Free CEUs for Nurse Practitioners
