Learning Objectives:
At the end of this activity, participants should be able to:
- Understand HIV transmission, types of exposures, and risk assessment.
- Describe the role of the pharmacist in sexual health and STI management.
- Describe effective strategies to build trust with patients when taking a sexual history.
- Explain the ³5Ps + 3´approach and its importance in the sexual history.
- Explain the concept of gender diversity and the needs of LGBTQ+ patients.
- Discuss issues surrounding medical mistrust and equity gaps and how they impact patient care.
- Explain the roles of post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP), pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), and
HIV treatment in STI/HIV prevention. - Identify key STI/HIV counseling tips in the pharmacy setting.
- Implement PEP protocols, including point-of-care testing, patient assessment, and counseling.
- Identify special circumstances surrounding STI testing and treatment of minors.
- Discuss STI reporting and how to work with public health in the comprehensive care of
patients.
Faculty: Alyssa M Yousif, PharmD.
The CE faculty, reviewers and planning committee members have all reported no relationships with ineligible companies in relation to this program.
Fees:
FREE for NPTA CE+/Elite Members. $10 for NPTA Insiders/Non-members.
Purchases are non-refundable and non-transferrable.
Contact Hour(s): 2
Activity Type: Knowledge-Based
Target Audience: Certified Pharmacy Technician & Pharmacists
ACPE UAN(s): 0384-9999-24-086-H02-T/P
Activity Format: On-Demand Home Study
Release Date: 09/26/2024
Planned Expiration Date: 09/27/2027
CPE Credit Requirements: To receive credit for this ON-DEMAND program, participants must complete the post-test with a passing score of 70%. Participants are given two opportunities to achieve a passing score and receive CPE credit.
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