Management of Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Learning Objectives:
At the end of this activity, participants should be able to:

  1. Discuss the statistical evidence and groups at increased risk for Irritable Bowel Syndrome
    (IBS).
  2. Differentiate the subtypes of IBS.
  3. Explain the epidemiology and pathophysiology of IBS.
  4. Identify the clinical presentation and diagnostic criteria for IBS.
  5. Use the recognized Rome IV criteria for IBS to make a diagnosis.
  6. Review different options to manage IBS.
  7. Describe guideline-based nonpharmacologic and pharmacologic treatments for IBS.
  8. Review different options to manage IBS.
  9. Discuss the clinician¶s role in the care of patients with IBS.
  10. Describe care strategies and considerations for patients with IBS.

    Faculty:
    Jennifer Kim, PharmD, BCPS, BCACP, BC-ADM, CPP

The CE faculty, reviewers and planning committee members have all reported no relationships with ineligible companies in relation to this program.  

Fees:
FREE for NPTA CE+/Elite Members. $10 for NPTA Insiders/Non-members.
Purchases are non-refundable and non-transferrable.

Contact Hour(s): 2
Activity Type: Knowledge-based
Target Audience: Certified Pharmacy Technician & Pharmacists
ACPE UAN(s): 0384-9999-24-085-H01-P/T

Activity Format: On-Demand Home Study
Release Date: 09/24/2024
Planned Expiration Date: 09/24/2027

CPE Credit Requirements: To receive credit for this ON-DEMAND program, participants must complete the post-test with a passing score of 70%. Participants are given two opportunities to achieve a passing score and receive CPE credit.

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