Hyperuricemia

Overview

4.8 out of 5 (14 Reviews)

Credits

1.00

Post Assessment Questions

5

Start Date

1 Sep 2023

Last Review Date

14 Oct 2023

Expiration Date

31 Aug 2026

Estimated Time To Finish

60 Minutes


 
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Activity Description

Hyperuricemia is a common disorder that affects patients of all ages and genders. The most common manifestation of hyperuricemia is gout, which can be very painful and is amenable to treatment. Hyperuricemia is also associated with uric acid and calcium nephrolithiasis. Hyperuricemia affects about 38 million Americans, over 11% of the population, and the incidence is increasing worldwide.

Most patients with hyperuricemia are asymptomatic, and the diagnosis requires a high degree of suspicion as serum uric acid levels are no longer routinely measured on serum blood panels. Patients with hyperuricemia who develop gout are usually best treated with a xanthine oxidase inhibitor like allopurinol. Depending on the urinary chemistry and stone type, allopurinol, potassium citrate, or both may be recommended in nephrolithiasis. 

This activity reviews the pathophysiology, presentation, evaluation, and treatment of hyperuricemia, as well as highlights the interprofessional team's role in caring for affected patients.


UAN: JA4008338-0000-23-2327-H01-P

Target Audience

This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of physicians, physician associates, nurses, pharmacists, and nurse practitioners.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, the learner will be better able to:

  • Recognize individuals at risk of hyperuricemia by evaluating dietary habits, family history, and lifestyle factors, and regularly monitor serum uric acid levels.

  • Initiate evidence-based management strategies, including lifestyle modifications, pharmacotherapy, and dietary interventions, to effectively control uric acid levels and reduce the risk of associated complications.

  • Identify treatment modalities for both acute and chronic hyperuricemia.

  • Facilitate coordinated care by ensuring seamless transitions among primary care, specialty care, and other healthcare providers, providing comprehensive management of hyperuricemia and its associated comorbidities.

Pharmacy Activity Type:
Disease/Drug Therapy Related


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Pharmacists: StatPearls, LLC designates this activity for a maximum of 1.00 ACPE credit(s). (UAN: JA4008338-0000-23-2327-H01-P ). Pharmacists should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

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  4. Choose the best answer to each activity test question. To receive credit and a certificate, you must pass the test questions with a minimum score of 100%.
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