Dietitian Course: Nutritional Biochemistry Review: REGULATION OF BLOOD PRESSURE

NUTRITIONAL BIOCHEMISTRY REVIEW: REGULATION OF BLOOD PRESSURE

This webinar is perfect for the Registered Dietitian or NDTR who has been away from the classroom and wants to "brush up" on Nutritional Biochemistry. It's also a great review for RD-eligible participants who would like to review for their upcoming RD exam.

We will review how the body regulates blood pressure, highlighting the organs and systems involved, and take a close look at the hormonal cascades necessary to maintain fluid balance. We will also discuss the pathophysiology of hypertension, paying close attention to primary prevention and treatment strategies. Also, we will examine the role of the RDN in MNT for hypertension.

Upon successful completion of this one-hour course, the participant should be able to:

Describe the cascade of events leading to the return of normal blood pressure following osmolarity shifts.

Name all body systems and organs involved in the regulation of plasma volume and blood pressure.

Describe how the systems work together and in what order to maintainblood pressure and cardiovascular function.

Understand the risk factors associated with the development of hypertension and who is most at risk for developing hypertension.

Understand the role of the RDN in primary prevention and MNT for the management of hypertension.

Live Webinar Date: Oct 23, 2025 (04:00 PM - 05:00 PM Eastern Time) (US and Canada)

Performance Indicators/Learning Objectives: 9.1.1, 9.1.4, 9.2.1, 11.2.8

Target Audience: RDs, DTRs, Health Professionals

Number of Credits: 1.0

Level(s): 1, 2

Total Cost: 1 Site Credit

About the Presenter: Stacy Ferrari, MPH, RDN, LDN

Stacy Ferrari is a Florida-based Registered Dietitian with her master's degree in Public Health Nutrition from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She has over 25 years of experience in education, wellness nutrition, weight management, public speaking, and health promotion. Stacy is currently working as a nutrition contractor in private practice.

Stacy believes that following sound nutrition practices along with a focus on wellness and fitness are the keys to a longer and healthier life. This belief fuels her passion for sharing evidence-based nutrition information to anyone with a desire to improve their health or the health of others.