Managing Hiv: Current and Future Treatment Approaches
Managing Hiv: Current and Future Treatment Approaches is organized by Connect Educate Impact (CEI).
Initial Release Date: December 1, 2021
Planned Expiration Date: December 1, 2024
Credit: 0.1 CEU
Description:
Advances in the treatment and prevention of HIV provide a better quality of life for those living with, or at risk, for the disease. By staying up to date with current and future treatment approaches including oral and long-acting injectable medications, patient monitoring, and education, pharmacists can support patients for treatment success.
Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this application-based CPE course, pharmacists should be able to:
• Describe the changing epidemiology of HIV and general pathophysiology
• Identify signs and symptoms of HIV infection and general diagnostic tools
• List current and future treatment approaches in managing HIV
• Recommend specific patient self-monitoring and laboratory monitoring to ensure adequate treatment outcomes
• Implement pharmacy-based interventions to better support patients living with, and at risk for, HIV