Nate Hedin, PharmD, BCGP, Consonus Pharmacy, teaches the class. Warfarin, Eliquis and other anticoagulants can be life-saving, but are high-risk medications. Careful use to balance the risk of clots vs. bleeding is essential. Learn safe practices that will help prevent adverse outcomes with the most commonly used anticoagulants.

Kelcey Delach, PharmD, Consonus Pharmacy, teaches the class. The "Beers List" of medications is mistakenly viewed by some as a "stop sign" to certain medications in ALL older adults. The list should instead serve as a "yield sign" to proceed cautiously, as these medications may have an unfavorable balance of harm versus benefit. The course will provide guidance on how the Beers List was intended to be used and recommendations for implementing the list in that manner. Learn the role a medication aide can take to keep residents safe with potentially inappropriate medication use.

Minoo Nowak, R.Ph., BCGP, CDCES, FASCP, Consonus Pharmacy, teaches the class. Diabetes management is not just about personalized blood sugar goals. Due to micro/macrovascular risks, the definition of diabetes control is broad. Optimizing goals for blood pressure, cholesterol, weight, nutrition, and activity are equally important. Learn from a Certified Diabetes Educator about the types of medications that are used to improve outcomes for older adults living with diabetes.