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Pharmacy News and Views: Weight Loss Drugs and Overdose Prevention
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Course
Learn about the latest in pharmacy, including breakthroughs in weight loss medications and strategies for overdose prevention, with insights into their clinical applications and public health impact.
Course
Pharmacy News and Views: Weight Loss Drugs and Overdose Prevention
1.0 CPE CreditVideo
Learn about the latest in pharmacy, including breakthroughs in weight loss medications and strategies for overdose prevention, with insights into their clinical applications and public health impact.
Nationally & state accredited
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What you'll learn
At the conclusion of this course, participants will be able to:
Describe the clinical presentation, management, and prevention of seasonal or trending diseases
Review the approved indication, common adverse effects, and drug interactions for new drugs used to treat common disease states
Identify important drug alerts by the FDA and implications for patient care
Course description
Join Pete Kreckel, RPh, for this insightful session of Pharmacy News and Views, where he dives into the latest developments in the world of pharmacy. This month, Pete will explore critical topics such as the rising challenges of obesity and the latest pharmacotherapies designed to combat it, including new weight loss drugs and their clinical implications. Additionally, Pete will discuss the FDA's Overdose Prevention Framework, emphasizing the essential role pharmacists play in preventing drug overdoses and managing substance use disorders.
Course content
Pharmacy News and Views: Weight Loss Drugs and Overdose Prevention
About the faculty
Disclosures
Learning Objectives
Drug and Disease State Overview: Weight Loss Drugs: Medicaid
A weighty problem
Who is most at risk
USA OBESITY RATES
A history lesson
How much should our patients lose?
State Formulary: Is Yours Covering Obesity Drugs?
Example: Pennsylvania
BMI measurement
Shortcomings BMI measurement
Waist circumference
Shortcomings of waist circumference
Other ways to measure adiposity
Eating triggers
Stimulant Drugs for Obesity
New(er) Drugs of Obesity
Weren't we done with amphetamines in the 1990s?
Binge Eating Disorder
Newest Drugs FDA Approved for Obesity
Gut Hormones Associated with Weight Loss
How do these pharmacotherapies compare?
How long can patients get obesity treatments?
Assessment Question 1
Share with your patients…
OTC Counseling Points for Weight Loss
Vitamin Needs for Bariatric Surgery Patients
Bariatric Surgery Vitamin Needs
Latest from the FDA: Latest efforts need pharmacists’ help!
FDA’s Overdose Prevention Framework Aims to Prevent Drug Overdoses and Reduce Death
Epidemic Drug Overdose
Buprenorphine available in your practice?
Buprenorphine available in your practice? - Headline from NPR
Does Your Practice Provide Naloxone?
Does your practice offer syringes?
Does your practice offer syringes? - Pennsylvania
Assessment Question 2
Bad Prescription of the Month
Editorial on Pharmacy Trends
References
Thank You!
Course details
Release Date09/03/2024
Expiration Date09/03/2027
Review Date09/03/2027
ACPE UAN0657-0000-24-104-H08-P 0657-0000-24-104-H08-T
CE Broker ID20-1245630
Activity TypeKnowledge-based
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Instructor
Peter A. Kreckel, RPh is a most unique breed of community pharmacist. He is a 1981 graduate of the University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy. He has practiced independent community pharmacy for his entire career. He began his teaching career at St. Francis University in 2005, in the Department of Physician Assistant Sciences. For the past 16 years, he has taught Pharmacology to over 700 Physician Assistant Science students in their didactic year. He teaches all disciplines year-round, from Antibiotic therapy to Ob-Gyn.
Ideal CE course for these professions
This continuing education course is especially relevant for these healthcare professions, but other professionals may also benefit
Accreditations
AchieveCE is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.
AchieveCE is a PTCB®-recognized provider, and our courses meet the continuing education requirements for pharmacy technicians nationwide.
Frequently asked questions
How many CE credits does this course provide?
This course, "Pharmacy News and Views: Weight Loss Drugs and Overdose Prevention", provides 1 contact hour of continuing education credit upon successful completion.
Is this course accredited?
Yes, this course is accredited by Pharmacy. AchieveCE is an approved provider of continuing education for healthcare professionals.
Which professions is this course approved for?
This course is especially relevant for: Pharmacist, Consultant Pharmacist, Pharmacy Technician. Other healthcare professionals may also benefit from this continuing education content.
How do I report my CE credits after completing this course?
Your credits are automatically and instantly reported to CE Broker and CPE Monitor upon successful completion. No manual reporting is required on your part.
Will I receive a certificate of completion?
Yes, you will receive a certificate of completion immediately after finishing the course and passing the assessment. The certificate can be downloaded and printed directly from your account.
What is your refund policy?
We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, you can request a full refund within 30 days of purchase.
How long do I have to complete this course?
You have unlimited time to complete the course at your own pace. Once purchased, the course is available in your account until its expiration date. You can pause and resume at any time.
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Dawn O.Nutritionist
Verified reviewI am always interested in continuing education in the areas of health, wellness, nutrition and mental health. Your course was well written, well organized and helpful in meeting state licensure requirements.
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Priya M.Occupational Therapist
Verified reviewVery well written, easy to digest, time efficient, and straight to the point. Thank you!
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Cristina GRegistered Nurse
Verified reviewI appreciate the convenience of the course being online and accessible through my phone and that it directly reports to CEBroker to support mandated education requirements.
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Allison B.Nurse Practitioner
Verified reviewI really loved this information. I was hospitalized last year for almost a month and I noticed multiple medical errors (not being hooked up to my IV multiple times, given wrong medication which caused my sodium to be very low, etc.) which lengthened my stay. I can now define those exact errors and better understand what happened to me. I hate that these medical errors are so common and I appreciate how well laid out your breakdown and categorization of them was.
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Priya M.Occupational Therapist
Verified reviewVery well written, easy to digest, time efficient, and straight to the point. Thank you!
Cr
Cristina GRegistered Nurse
Verified reviewI appreciate the convenience of the course being online and accessible through my phone and that it directly reports to CEBroker to support mandated education requirements.
Al
Allison B.Nurse Practitioner
Verified reviewI really loved this information. I was hospitalized last year for almost a month and I noticed multiple medical errors (not being hooked up to my IV multiple times, given wrong medication which caused my sodium to be very low, etc.) which lengthened my stay. I can now define those exact errors and better understand what happened to me. I hate that these medical errors are so common and I appreciate how well laid out your breakdown and categorization of them was.
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Requirements & disclosures
Passing Grade
Participants must achieve a passing score on the activity post-test, which may be 70% or 80%, depending on the course. They must also complete an activity evaluation. There are no time limits and unlimited test-taking attempts. Credits will be reported automatically to CE Broker if your license information is entered correctly in your profile.
Hardware Requirements
Windows 8.1, Windows 10, Mac OS X 10.1+, iOS 10+, Android 4.3+
Software Requirements
Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Mozilla Firefox, Adobe Acrobat Reader
Network Requirements
Broadband Internet Connection: T1, Hi-speed DSL or Cable4G cellular connection
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