Learn the role of CVD risk assessment as part of guidelines-directed therapy from Dr. Donald Lloyd-Jones. This 1.0 CE contact hour course covers risk factors from health disparities and emerging CV risk assessment techniques that may complement the current model of risk assessment, including when to consider screening for elevated Lp (a) and the Coronary Artery Calcium (CAC) score.

Learning Objectives

  1. Explain the role of CV risk assessment as part of guidelines-directed therapy.
  2. Discuss health disparities associated with CV risk assessment.
  3. Describe risk-enhancing factors to take into consideration and when to consider screening for elevated Lp (a) and Coronary Artery Calcium (CAC) score
  4. Review any emerging CV risk assessment techniques that may complement the current model of risk assessment.

Non-Member Price

$0

Member Price

$0

CE Contact Hours

1.0

Pharmacology CE Hours

0

Donald Lloyd-Jones

MD ScM FACC FAHA

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Accreditation:

PCNA is accredited by the American Association of Nurse Practitioners as an approved provider of nurse practitioner continuing education. Provider number: 030602.