In this course, Donna Arnett, PhD, MSPH discusses inflammation and chronic inflammatory disease in the context of atherosclerosis. She describes inflammation as a process that links lipids to ASCVD and covers the interconnections between diet, genetics, and physical activity.
Learning Objectives
- Explain the relationship between inflammation, atherosclerosis, and established CVD risk factors.
- Describe the association between chronic inflammatory disorders and CVD.
- Review the potential therapeutic targets in the treatment of vascular inflammation: current and future research.
Accreditation:
PCNA is accredited by the American Association of Nurse Practitioners as an approved provider of nurse practitioner continuing education. Provider number: 030602.
