Tech Talk: An overview of perimenopause, menopause and hormonal therapies
Pharmacy technicians with pharmacists are ideally positioned to offer guidance to women going through various stages of menopausal transition. Reviewing evidence to support an individualized approach and assisting in treatment selection would provide patients with the information they need to seek help appropriately for their menopause symptoms.
Course Author: Dragana Skokovic-Sunjic, RPh BScPhm NCMP
This course has been accredited for 1.5 CEUs; CCCEP #: 1329-2024-3872-I-T
Learning Objectives:
- Recognize the symptoms of perimenopause and menopause and their effect on
overall health - Summarize the latest recommendations for vasomotor symptom relief, focusing on
the benefits and risks of hormonal options - Describe common misconceptions associated with menopausal symptoms and
treatment options - Determine the potential role of pharmacy technicians in identifying and communicating
with patients suffering from menopause-related symptoms
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