Pharmacotherapy Review 2021: Infectious Diseases
Pharmacotherapy Review 2021: Infectious Diseases is organized by Power-Pak C.E. - Continuing Education for Pharmacists & Pharmacy Technicians.
Published: April 30, 2021
Expires: April 30, 2024
Goal:
To provide a concise review of newer antimicrobial agents, rapid diagnostic tests, strategies to clarify penicillin allergies, recommendations for the use of oral antimicrobial therapy and shorter durations of therapy, as well as updates on the management of persons at risk of acquiring HIV and those living with HIV.
Educational Objectives:
Upon completion of this program, participants should be better able to:
• SELECT treatment options for persons at risk of acquiring HIV, as well as those living with HIV
• ANALYZE evidence supporting the use of oral antimicrobial therapy and shorter durations of therapy
• ASSESS characteristics of newer rapid diagnostic technologies available for use in the management of infection patients
• EVALUATE newer antimicrobials and assess potential place in current management
• DELINEATE between various penicillin allergy reactions as well as potential morbidities associated with documented penicillin allergy
Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.