OVERVIEW
People over 65 years of age have the highest incidence of epilepsy. The management of seizures in older adults is complicated by the presence of physiological changes related to aging, comorbidities, and concerns regarding adverse events and drug-drug interactions. This program will review challenges associated with managing epilepsy in older adults, specifically those residing in a long-term care (LTC) setting. Recommendations for monitoring the efficacy and safety of antiseizure medications (ASMs) and the importance of treating to target will be covered. After participating in this webinar, learners will be better be able to identify older adults with epilepsy in LTC who are not responding adequately to ASM treatment and may benefit from changes in their treatment regimen.
TARGET AUDIENCE
This activity is intended for neurologists/epileptologists, primary care physicians, pediatricians, nurse practitioners, nurses/advanced practice nurses, physician assistants, and other healthcare professionals (HCPs) involved in the care of patients with epilepsy (such as, HCPs in long-term care).
GOAL STATEMENT
The goal of this activity is for learners to be better able to identify patients with epilepsy in long-term care who are not responding adequately to antiseizure medication therapy and may benefit from changes in their treatment regimen.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Upon completion of this activity, participants will: Have increased knowledge regarding the [LIST] [ITEM]Strategies to regularly monitor the ability of ASMs to safely and effectively manage focal seizures in patients in LTC settings[ITEM] Factors to consider when selecting an ASM for the management of focal seizures in patients in the LTC setting [/LIST]
ACCREDITATION STATEMENT
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[bold] For Physicians [/bold] Medscape, LLC designates this live activity for a maximum of 0.5[bold] [italic] AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™[/italic] [/bold]. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. [bold] For Nurses [/bold] Awarded 0.5 contact hour(s) of nursing continuing professional development for RNs and APNs.
Supported by an independent educational grant from SK Life Science, Inc.