Volume 4, Issue 7: New Therapies in Cystic Fibrosis Directed Toward the Basic Defect
e-Cystic Fibrosis Review is a monthly CE series for nurses, nurse practitioners, and others involved in the care of patients with Cystic Fibrosis. It provides updates on the latest research, best practices, and issues currently under debate, as well as a concise review of relevant journal literature.
(Volume 4, Issue 7)
Target Audience
Nurses and health care professionals involved in the care of patients with Cystic Fibrosis.
Learning Objectives
After participating in this activity, the participant will demonstrate the ability to:
- Summarize several clinical approaches to modulate CFTR function in a variety of mutation groups
- Describe the clinical effects of modulation of CFTR function
- Recognize the current limitations of CFTR modulator therapy given the state of present knowledge
Steven M. Rowe, MD
Associate Professor of Medicine
Division of Pulmonary, Allergy & Critical Care Medicine
University of Alabama
Birmingham, Alabama
Available Credit
- 1.00 ANCC