Prescribing for Minor Ailments (October 2023 Authorization)
This course provides comprehensive information on the six minor ailment conditions that Ontario pharmacists are authorized to prescribe and assess for, starting on October 1st, 2023.
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$129.00
Description
Description:
This course covers the six additional minor ailments that pharmacists can prescribe for in Ontario as of October 1, 2023. Created in partnership with The University of Waterloo (UW), this course expands on the content of the original authorization and equips pharmacists with the necessary knowledge and skills to confidently prescribe and assess for six additional minor ailments. Using a similar methodology as the first course, this course provides a comprehensive understanding of the six minor ailments, processes for assessing patients and the structure pharmacists should implement when providing minor ailment services.
The six minor ailments include:
- Acne (mild)
- Aphthous Ulcers (canker sores)
- Diaper dermatitis
- Vulvovaginal candidiasis (yeast infection)
- Pinworms and threadworms
- Nausea and vomiting of pregnancy
Learning Objectives:
For each minor ailment condition, participants should be able to*:
- Describe the pathophysiology
- Identify possible causes and risk factors
- Apply the Pharmacists’ Patient Care Process (PPCP) necessary for a patient consultation
*Note: Specific learning objectives for each individual module may differ slightly.
Course Outline:
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Acne (Author: Ravina Sanghera) - 0.75 hours
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Aphthous Ulcers (Author: Nardine Nakhla) - 0.75 hours
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Diaper Dermatitis (Author: Kristi Van Gaalen) - 0.75 hours
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Vulvovaginal Candidiasis (Author: Nardine Nakhla) - 0.75 hours
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Pinworms and Threadworms (Author: Sherilyn Houle) - 0.75 hours
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Nausea and Vomiting of Pregnancy (Author: Kenny Chong) - 0.75 hours
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Optional: Introduction to Minor Ailment Assessment and Prescribing (Author: Nardine Nakhla) - 1 hour
Throughout the course, you may encounter various interactive learning activities. These are part of the learning experience and are not saved or graded. At the end of each module, you are asked to complete a final exam.
Course at a Glance:
Who Should Take This Course:
This course is intended for pharmacists prescribing for minor ailments. This course is also open to healthcare providers who are interested in and would benefit from the content of this program.
This course does not focus on the legal requirements for pharmacists prescribing for minor ailments in each jurisdiction. Please refer to the regulatory authority in your jurisdiction for more information.
Development Team:
Academic Lead
Authors/Presenters
Expert Reviewers
Cancellation Policy:
Please refer to OPA’s Terms and Conditions of Purchase for cancellation policies.
Copyright Statement
All rights, including copyright, in the content of the course are owned by the University of Waterloo, Ontario Pharmacists Association and the authors, unless otherwise stated. The use of the course material is for the registered student only. Not to be copied or distributed without written permission from the University of Waterloo and Ontario Pharmacists Association. Permission inquiries should be addressed to: [email protected].
Acknowledgement
The patient care wheel image and process used in the course were adapted (with permission) from the Joint Commission of Pharmacy Practitioners (https://jcpp.net).
