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Influenza ยป Providing patient care
Objectives
The course will provide learning opportunities for pharmacists to be able to:
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Describe the scope of pharmacy practice as it relates to influenza.
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Identify key pharmacy services for influenza prevention and management.
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Differentiate between influenza-like symptoms and those of other similar infections.
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Assess patients with influenza-like symptoms.
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Refer patients for additional care.
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Outline the role of antivirals in the treatment and prevention of influenza.
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Prescribe or recommend antivirals appropriately in an emergency situation.
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Recommend ancillary/supportive therapies for symptom management.
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Describe the role of vaccination in influenza prevention.
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Recommend influenza vaccination when indicated.
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Identify proper infection control procedures.
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Identify resources for current and accurate patient information on influenza prevention and management.