By the end of this module you will be able to: Explain the benefits of policies and guidelines Provide critical appraisal of guidelines Describe the process for guideline development Perform an evidence review Summarise methods of guideline promotion
Pharmacists within the community can have an important relationship with patients and with the community as a whole. This can be a useful position and can be used to provide customer education, improve patient compliance and provide advice to patients successfully. By the end of this module you will be able to: Use resources to …
By the end of this module you will be able to: We will introduce AMR prevention, before taking a closer look at the role each individual can play in fighting AMR and the global impact and response to AMR.
In this module you will learn about the complications of diabetes and the importance of good blood glucose management to prevent them and management of diabetes Diabetes complications can be divided into 2 categories, short term or acute blood glucose issues and long term or chronic blood glucose issues. Acute complications of diabetes arise from …
About this module By the end of this module you will be able to: Differentiate between the different types of bacteria Recognise classes of antibiotics Describe the antibiotic modes of action Explain how bacteria are transmitted
By the end of this module you will be able to: We will introduce AMR prevention, before taking a closer look at the role each individual can play in fighting AMR and the global impact and response to AMR.
Welcome to module 2 In this module, we will look at the signs, symptoms, and diagnosis of malaria. As we look at this module, it is important to note that mild forms of malaria can swiftly progress into severe disease, especially in non-immune people and at-risk groups as pregnant women, children under 5 years, sickle …
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Welcome to module 3 In this module, we will look at the treatments available for the management of diabetic retinopathy, including maculopathy. One of the main interventions is good management of diabetes to avoid complications and the progression of eye disease. Pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment options are discussed. These are usually carried out in specialist …
Welcome to Module 3 which will cover the management of complex TB cases. Cases of TB observed in hospitals will often be more complex than those seen out in the community. Hospital patients may have been admitted due to poor management of the disease leading to clinical escalation or even due to complications arising from …
Welcome to module 3, where you will learn more about the additional roles undertaken by community pharmacists during the dispensing process. Due to their unique positioning directly between medic and patient, pharmacists can facilitate the delivery of prescribed medications in several ways. These include them acting as another set of eyes in reviewing prescriptions and …
Welcome to module 3! In this module you will learn about the considerations that should be made when selecting treatment regimens for specific groups of patients including children, during pregnancy and those co-infected with HIV. Dose adjustments and changes to regimen in patients with liver or renal impairment will also be covered. By the end …
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Welcome to module 3In this module, we will explore the signs and symptoms of tuberculosis (TB) and how TB is diagnosed. By the end of this module, you will be able to: Recognise the signs and symptoms of TB Discuss how TB is diagnosed Describe the TB screening program in your local area
By the end of this module you will be able to: Describe methods to measure antimicrobial consumption Outline what point prevalence studies are and how they are carried out Explain how measurement can inform AMS programs
By the end of this module, you will be able to: Implement local and international campaigns in your practice Evaluate AMS in your practice Apply learnings to support staff on implementing AMS in the community
By the end of this module you will be able to: Antimicrobial stewardship (AMS) and Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) are two important concepts we must explore to tackle AMR. AMS and IPC practices must be adhered to continuously by all involved in antimicrobial prescribing. First, we will explore IPC, before moving on to AMS.
In this module you will learn why diabetics are more prone to foot problems and how simple sores can become life threatening if left untreated. Patients with diabetes are very prone to foot disease. It is a combination of microvascular and macrovascular complications and nerve damage.
By the end of this module you will be able to:
By the end of this module you will be able to: Antimicrobial stewardship (AMS) and Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) are two important concepts we must explore to tackle AMR. AMS and IPC practices must be adhered to continuously by all involved in antimicrobial prescribing. First, we will explore IPC, before moving on to AMS.
Behaviour Change: Reduce the risk of death In module 2, we spoke about the signs and symptoms of malaria and how they can inform diagnosis. We also introduced several diagnostic techniques and provided a systematic process to follow when assessing patients. Here we present several recommended activities to incorporate into your practice to improve how …
Welcome to module 4 This module covers a range of diabetic eye conditions and looks at how they may present to a pharmacist. In addition, it will discuss the symptoms which warrant an urgent referral. Diabetes complications, including eye conditions, are avoidable if patients control their blood glucose levels. Pharmacists can have important roles in …
