Brooks D. Cash, MD, FACP, FACG, FASGE, AGAF, RFF - Addressing Unmet Nursing Needs in the Management of IBS-C: Understanding the Mechanism of Disease, Newer Therapies, and Coordinated Approaches to Treatment Barriers

Go online to PeerView.com/RZN860 to view the activity, download slides and practice aids, and complete the post-test to earn credit. Patients with irritable bowel syndrome with constipation (IBS-C) are often more comfortable discussing their concerns with the nurses on their healthcare team, which demonstrates the need for team-based care in order to maximize management, enhance outcomes, and improve quality of life. This activity features an expert overview of the pathophysiology of IBS-C and targets for therapy, including novel NHE3 inhibitors, as well as evidence-based treatment approaches with a focus on identifying and overcoming barriers to guideline-based care. Hear about recent advances in the diagnosis and treatment of IBS-C, specifically the mechanisms of the condition, current and emerging therapies, and coordinated approaches for overcoming barriers to care. Upon completion of this activity, participants should be better able to: Describe the pathophysiology and potential therapeutic targets for IBS-C; Use patient-centered tactics and tools to overcome barriers to guideline-directed IBS-C management; and Create team-based approaches to IBS-C management in accordance with current evidence and guidelines, recognizing the appropriate use of current and emerging therapeutic agents