Management of tuberculosis in hospital settings – Commonwealth Pharmacists Association Academy

Pharmacists in hospitals play a vital role in the management of patients with tuberculosis (TB) by providing expertise within a multidisciplinary team.

In this course, you will learn about the role of pharmacists in reducing the emergence of drug-resistant TB. You will also consolidate your knowledge on how to assess the appropriateness, efficacy, and safety of anti-TB medication by monitoring patients and ensuring medication adherence.

Course learning outcomes

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

Understand the role that pharmacists have in the wider multidisciplinary TB team
Define the role of pharmacists within hospital settings in reducing the emergence of drug-resistant TB
Summarise the factors to consider when reviewing prescriptions for anti-TB medication
Recognise treatment failure and complications
Discuss the management of complex TB

Before we begin, have a go at completing the following quiz. The purpose of this quiz is solely to measure your baseline understanding before taking the course. There will be another quiz at the end of the course so you can compare scores and check your progress. Please note, this quiz can only be attempted once.

Published: June 2024
Review date: June 2027