APRN Pharmacology Today: Key Concepts in Infectious Disease

Overview

Research shows that every year new, potentially dangerous bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites are emerging. Health conditions such as severe acute respiratory syndrome, smallpox, and anthrax are just a few of the rare diseases to exist. With recognized pathogens evolving to become resistant to available antibiotics and other treatments, how can we stay on top of improving our treatment plans for patients fighting infectious diseases?

In this new APRN Pharmacology Today course, learn about commonly encountered organisms and the major anti-infective drug classes, while uncovering the important aspects of antibiotic stewardship. Also, get a glimpse of unmet needs in infectious disease, hard-to-treat organisms, and online resources for treatment medications. Participate in discussion of the “Gain Act” and recently approved anti-infectives as you learn current evidence-based clinical practice guidelines, standards of care, and treatment options to ensure safe prescribing for your infectious disease patients.

Join Amy M. Lugo, PharmD, BCPS, BC-ADM, FAPhA, clinical pharmacy specialist and formulary manager at the Department of Defense-Defense Health Agency-TRICARE, for this new self-paced online course. Sign up for this online course and take the first steps toward safe prescribing practices.