The Hypertensive Patient: Classification and Management
9.95
About This Course
This basic-level course familiarizes dental professionals with hypertension, its types, and its impact on general wellness. The course reviews the pathophysiology of hypertension and describes nonpharmacologic options for the treatment of hypertension, including lifestyle and dietary modifications, as well as pharmacologic approaches. A firm understanding of this prevalent disease and its implications for treatment in the dental office will help all dental professionals provide the highest quality of care to their dental patients.
Learning Objectives
After completing this course, the learner will be able to:
David A. Verhaag, MD, maintained a private practice as a family physician in Roseville, California, for more than 30 years. He received his bachelor of arts degree from the University of California–Santa Barbara, and his medical training at the School of Medicine at the University of California–Los Angeles (UCLA). Dr. Verhaag completed his internship at UCLA Harbor General Hospital and his residency at the UC Davis Medical Center (formerly known as the Sacramento Medical Center) in family practice. He was founder and partner in the Oakridge Medical Group in Roseville, California, where he practiced for 17 years. Dr. Verhaag was an active staff member of the Sutter Roseville Medical Center clinical faculty, member of the UC Davis Department of Family Practice, and member of the Quality Review Committee of the Medical Board of California. Dr. Verhaag co-published the article “Prescribing for Chronic Pain” in the Journal of Psychoactive Drugs.
Marc Szarejko, DMD, FAGD, received his dental degree from the State University of New York at Buffalo School of Dentistry in 1985 and Fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry in 1994. He has been an examiner for the State of Florida Dental and Dental Hygiene Licensure Examinations since 1994. He has also served as an expert witness for the State of Florida and for private companies. He has authored and edited many dental continuing education courses and has given presentations on varied dental topics to local, regional, and national audiences. He has served as a dentist in the county correctional system for nearly half of his career, where the incidence of HIV/AIDS is much higher relative to that of the general population. The surgical and nonsurgical dental treatment of HIV/AIDS patients is a common occurrence in this setting, allowing him to have a unique perspective of the oral manifestations of HIV/AIDS patients and in their dental treatment.
AGD code - 750
How to Receive Credit
Resolution of Conflict of Interest
Colibri Healthcare, LLC implemented mechanisms prior to the planning and implementation of the continuing education activity, to identify and resolve conflicts of interest for all individuals in a position to control content of the course activity.
Sponsorship/Commercial Support and Non-Endorsement.
It is the policy of Colibri Healthcare, LLC not to accept commercial support. Furthermore, commercial interests are prohibited from distributing or providing access to this activity to learners.
Disclaimer
The information provided in this activity is for continuing education purposes only and is not meant to substitute for the independent medical judgment of a healthcare provider relative to diagnostic and treatment options of a specific patient’s medical condition.
©2020: All Rights Reserved. Materials may not be reproduced without the expressed written permission or consent of Colibri Healthcare, LLC. The materials presented in this course are meant to provide the consumer with general information on the topics covered. The information provided was prepared by professionals with practical knowledge of the areas covered. It is not meant to provide medical, legal, or professional advice. Colibri Healthcare, LLC recommends that you consult a medical, legal, or professional services expert licensed in your state. Colibri Healthcare, LLC has made all reasonable efforts to ensure that all content provided in this course is accurate and up to date at the time of printing, but does not represent or warrant that it will apply to your situation nor circumstances and assumes no liability from reliance on these materials. Quotes are collected from customer feedback surveys. The models are intended to be representative and not actual customers.
This basic-level course familiarizes dental professionals with hypertension, its types, and its impact on general wellness. The course reviews the pathophysiology of hypertension and describes nonpharmacologic options for the treatment of hypertension, including lifestyle and dietary modifications, as well as pharmacologic approaches. A firm understanding of this prevalent disease and its implications for treatment in the dental office will help all dental professionals provide the highest quality of care to their dental patients.
Learning Objectives
After completing this course, the learner will be able to:
- Describe hypertension and its impact on general health.
- Identify essential and secondary hypertension and hypertensive crisis.
- Describe the pathophysiology of essential hypertension.
- Describe lifestyle and dietary modifications as nonpharmacologic treatment options for hypertension.
- List the advantages and disadvantages of current drug classes in pharmacologic treatment of hypertension.
- Describe the dental management of hypertensive patients.
David A. Verhaag, MD, maintained a private practice as a family physician in Roseville, California, for more than 30 years. He received his bachelor of arts degree from the University of California–Santa Barbara, and his medical training at the School of Medicine at the University of California–Los Angeles (UCLA). Dr. Verhaag completed his internship at UCLA Harbor General Hospital and his residency at the UC Davis Medical Center (formerly known as the Sacramento Medical Center) in family practice. He was founder and partner in the Oakridge Medical Group in Roseville, California, where he practiced for 17 years. Dr. Verhaag was an active staff member of the Sutter Roseville Medical Center clinical faculty, member of the UC Davis Department of Family Practice, and member of the Quality Review Committee of the Medical Board of California. Dr. Verhaag co-published the article “Prescribing for Chronic Pain” in the Journal of Psychoactive Drugs.
Marc Szarejko, DMD, FAGD, received his dental degree from the State University of New York at Buffalo School of Dentistry in 1985 and Fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry in 1994. He has been an examiner for the State of Florida Dental and Dental Hygiene Licensure Examinations since 1994. He has also served as an expert witness for the State of Florida and for private companies. He has authored and edited many dental continuing education courses and has given presentations on varied dental topics to local, regional, and national audiences. He has served as a dentist in the county correctional system for nearly half of his career, where the incidence of HIV/AIDS is much higher relative to that of the general population. The surgical and nonsurgical dental treatment of HIV/AIDS patients is a common occurrence in this setting, allowing him to have a unique perspective of the oral manifestations of HIV/AIDS patients and in their dental treatment.
AGD code - 750
How to Receive Credit
- Read the entire course online or in print.
- Depending on your state requirements you will be asked to:
- Complete a mandatory test (a passing score of 75 percent is required). Test questions link content to learning objectives as a method to enhance individualized learning and material retention.
- Provide required personal information and payment information.
- Complete the mandatory Course Evaluation.
- Print your Certificate of Completion.
Resolution of Conflict of Interest
Colibri Healthcare, LLC implemented mechanisms prior to the planning and implementation of the continuing education activity, to identify and resolve conflicts of interest for all individuals in a position to control content of the course activity.
Sponsorship/Commercial Support and Non-Endorsement.
It is the policy of Colibri Healthcare, LLC not to accept commercial support. Furthermore, commercial interests are prohibited from distributing or providing access to this activity to learners.
Disclaimer
The information provided in this activity is for continuing education purposes only and is not meant to substitute for the independent medical judgment of a healthcare provider relative to diagnostic and treatment options of a specific patient’s medical condition.
©2020: All Rights Reserved. Materials may not be reproduced without the expressed written permission or consent of Colibri Healthcare, LLC. The materials presented in this course are meant to provide the consumer with general information on the topics covered. The information provided was prepared by professionals with practical knowledge of the areas covered. It is not meant to provide medical, legal, or professional advice. Colibri Healthcare, LLC recommends that you consult a medical, legal, or professional services expert licensed in your state. Colibri Healthcare, LLC has made all reasonable efforts to ensure that all content provided in this course is accurate and up to date at the time of printing, but does not represent or warrant that it will apply to your situation nor circumstances and assumes no liability from reliance on these materials. Quotes are collected from customer feedback surveys. The models are intended to be representative and not actual customers.