Applying New Pneumococcal Vaccine Recommendations to Practice: An Interactive Case-Based Learning Program for Pharmacists
Master the current approaches to pneumococcal vaccine through case-based learning.
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Description
Description:
In response to the recent introduction of 15-valent and 20-valent pneumococcal conjugate vaccines in Canada, the National Advisory Committee on Immunization (NACI) published a statement on their recommended use within public health programs. Following a review of pneumococcal disease and the available vaccine options, this program will use an interactive case-based approach to prepare pharmacists to identify patients eligible for vaccination and recommend the most appropriate vaccine for protection against pneumonia and invasive pneumococcal disease.
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Learning objectives:
By the end of this course, you should be able to:
- Differentiate available pneumococcal vaccine products based on preparation (conjugate or polysaccharide), serotype coverage, and indications
- Identify everyday opportunities in community practice to screen for patients eligible for pneumococcal vaccination
- Apply NACI recommendations to patient cases that may be encountered in practice
Course outline:
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Learning modules (1.5 hours)Module 1: Applying New Pneumococcal Vaccine Recommendations to Practice
Module 2: The Interactive Cases
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Multiple-Choice Exam
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Program Evaluation
Course at a glance:
Who should take this course:
All injection-certified pharmacy professionals who would like to know more about pneumococcal vaccines and patient eligibility.
