Immunization Certification Course - May 2, 2015 - Dallas & Amarillo

Objectives

• Review and differentiate between passive and active immunity, and apply this to vaccine development
• Describe characteristics differences between live attenuated, inactivated, and polysaccharide vaccines
• List factors that affect the timing of giving multiple vaccines
• Classify a patient’s adverse effect as vaccine potentiated or vaccine-induced
• Introduce screening questions used in practice to determine contraindications and precautions

Speaker(s)/Author(s)

Molly Minze, Pharm.D. Assistant Professor, Texas Tech University HSC School of Phar Brief Bio : Dr. Minze is an Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Practice at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Pharmacy. She is involved with didactic, laboratory teaching, facilitating case based learning, and Ambulatory Care clerkships. She maintains a practice site in Ambulatory Care at the Dyess Air Force Base in Abilene, Texas. Dr. Minze teaches in Endocrinology Pharmacotherapy, IPP 1 and 2, Immunizations, Case Studies III, and Grand Rounds. Dr. Minze received her Bachelor of Science degree in Biomedical Science at Texas A&M University and Doctor of Pharmacy from the University of Houston College of Pharmacy in 2005. She then completed a pharmacy practice (PGY1) residency at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center Memphis, Tennessee and PGY2 ambulatory care residency at Coastal AHEC and New Hanover Regional Medical Center in Wilmington, North Carolina.

CE Hours

Objectives

• Define the characteristics, pathogenesis, clinical features, and strains of the influenza virus
• Identify the impact of influenza disease
• Describe the influenza vaccines and determine appropriate indications and contraindications for a given patient
• List common adverse effects of influenza vaccine, and explain how a patient should be counseled on these

Speaker(s)/Author(s)

Molly Minze, Pharm.D. Assistant Professor, Texas Tech University HSC School of Phar Brief Bio : Dr. Minze is an Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Practice at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Pharmacy. She is involved with didactic, laboratory teaching, facilitating case based learning, and Ambulatory Care clerkships. She maintains a practice site in Ambulatory Care at the Dyess Air Force Base in Abilene, Texas. Dr. Minze teaches in Endocrinology Pharmacotherapy, IPP 1 and 2, Immunizations, Case Studies III, and Grand Rounds. Dr. Minze received her Bachelor of Science degree in Biomedical Science at Texas A&M University and Doctor of Pharmacy from the University of Houston College of Pharmacy in 2005. She then completed a pharmacy practice (PGY1) residency at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center Memphis, Tennessee and PGY2 ambulatory care residency at Coastal AHEC and New Hanover Regional Medical Center in Wilmington, North Carolina.

CE Hours

Objectives

• Define the characteristics, pathogenesis, clinical features, and strains of pneumococcal disease
• Identify the epidemiologic impact of pneumococcal disease
• Describe the pneumococcal vaccines and determine appropriate indications and contraindications for a given patient
• List common adverse effects of the pneumococcal vaccine, and explain how a patient should be counseled on these

Speaker(s)/Author(s)

Molly Minze, Pharm.D. Assistant Professor, Texas Tech University HSC School of Phar Brief Bio : Dr. Minze is an Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Practice at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Pharmacy. She is involved with didactic, laboratory teaching, facilitating case based learning, and Ambulatory Care clerkships. She maintains a practice site in Ambulatory Care at the Dyess Air Force Base in Abilene, Texas. Dr. Minze teaches in Endocrinology Pharmacotherapy, IPP 1 and 2, Immunizations, Case Studies III, and Grand Rounds. Dr. Minze received her Bachelor of Science degree in Biomedical Science at Texas A&M University and Doctor of Pharmacy from the University of Houston College of Pharmacy in 2005. She then completed a pharmacy practice (PGY1) residency at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center Memphis, Tennessee and PGY2 ambulatory care residency at Coastal AHEC and New Hanover Regional Medical Center in Wilmington, North Carolina.

CE Hours

Objectives

• Define vaccine contraindications
• Describe pathophysiology & disease course
• List dosing guidelines & administration routes
• Interpret CDC’s vaccine schedule for vaccines
• Counsel a patient on the potential vaccine side effects, risks, & benefits

Speaker(s)/Author(s)

Jill Frost, Pharm.D. Assistant Professor, TTUHSC Jerry H. Hodge School of Pharmacy Brief Bio : Jill Frost graduated from The University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy in 2004. She completed a one year residency in Ambulatory Care at Scott and White Hospitals in Temple, Texas. Dr. Frost began teaching at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Pharmacy in 2005 under the Community Care Division. She currently practices under the Ambulatory Care Division. Disclosure : The presenter has no actual or potential conflict of interest related to this presentation. The speaker has no financial relationships with regard to this presentation to disclose.

CE Hours

Objectives

• Briefly describe the pathophysiology and epidemiology of diseases caused by Rotavirus, Polio, Hib, Meningitis
• Counsel a patient on the potential side effects of Rotavirus, Polio, Hib, Meningococcal vaccinations
• Know administration routes and storage conditions for above vaccines
• Based off guidelines be able to determine if the above vaccinations are appropriate to give in a specific patient population
• Using vaccine prescribing information and schedules, differentiate which vaccinations a patient may need.

Speaker(s)/Author(s)

CE Hours

Objectives

• Describe the pathophysiology and disease course of Hepatitis A (HAV), Hepatitis B (HBV), and Human Papillomavirus (HPV)
• List vaccine schedule, dosing guidelines, and administration routes for HAV, HBV, and HPV vaccines
• Name side effects, risks, contraindications, and benefits of HAV, HBV, and HPV vaccines

Speaker(s)/Author(s)

Rachel Basinger, Pharm.D., CTTS, BCACP TTUHSC Jerry H. Hodge School of Pharmacy Brief Bio : Rachel Basinger, PharmD, BCPS is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pharmacy Practice at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Pharmacy Amarillo. She received her PharmD from The University of Texas College of Pharmacy. She completed a PGY1 Pharmacy Practice Residency at Christus Santa Rosa Health System in San Antonio, Texas and a PGY2 Geriatric Specialty Residency at UNC Hospitals and Clinics in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. She practices under a collaborative agreement at the Texas Tech Internal Medicine clinic. Disclosure : The presenter has no relevant conflict of interest related to this presentation. The speaker has no relevant financial relationship(s) with ineligible companies to disclose with regard to this presentation.

CE Hours

Objectives

• Briefly describe the pathophysiology and epidemiology of diseases caused by Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR).
• Counsel a patient on the key facts about the of the MMR vaccine including adverse effects, administration, and storage.
• Using vaccine contraindications, evaluate which patients are eligible to receive the MMR vaccine.
• Identify travel health resources & locate the CDC’s travel information webpage.
• Name & briefly describe common travel vaccines.

Speaker(s)/Author(s)

Jill Frost, Pharm.D. Assistant Professor, TTUHSC Jerry H. Hodge School of Pharmacy Brief Bio : Jill Frost graduated from The University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy in 2004. She completed a one year residency in Ambulatory Care at Scott and White Hospitals in Temple, Texas. Dr. Frost began teaching at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Pharmacy in 2005 under the Community Care Division. She currently practices under the Ambulatory Care Division. Disclosure : The presenter has no actual or potential conflict of interest related to this presentation. The speaker has no financial relationships with regard to this presentation to disclose.

CE Hours

Objectives

• Recite vaccine classifications
• List the route for vaccine administration in a pediatric patient
• Differentiate between vaccines in the 0-18 years immunization schedule
• Identify contraindications of vaccines administered in children 0-18 years
• Discuss vaccine myths and parental concerns

Speaker(s)/Author(s)

Janie Robles, Pharm.D. Associate Professor, TTUHSC Jerry H. Hodge School of Pharmacy Disclosure : The presenter has no relevant conflict of interest related to this presentation. The speaker has no relevant financial relationship(s) with ineligible companies to disclose with regard to this presentation.

CE Hours

Objectives

• Explain which vaccines are covered under Medicare Part B, which are covered under Part D, and any special circumstances for coverage
• List steps to becoming a Medicare mass immunizer
• Explain the role and reimbursement rates of Medicaid’s Vaccines for Children
• List private payors that may cover immunization services, and discuss methods for determining if a payor does cover a given vaccine
• Explain the role of cash pay immunization services in the pharmacy

Speaker(s)/Author(s)

David Simmons, R.Ph. Instructor, TTUHSC Jerry H. Hodge School of Pharmacy Brief Bio : Mr. Simmons has over 30 years of retail pharmacy experience. He operated his own independent pharmacy for nearly 20 years. He has also been a co-owner/operator of a Mid-Level based medical practice and co-owner of a Home Medical business. Mr. Simmons is currently the Pharmacist in Charge at Amarillo Pharmaceutical Care Center Pharmacy on the TTUHSC campus in Amarillo. He has precepted over 120 pharmacy students and several Community Practice Residents in his 11 years at Texas Tech. Amarillo Pharmaceutical Care Center administers over 2,500 immunizations yearly. Disclosure : The presenter has no actual or potential conflict of interest related to this presentation. The speaker has no financial relationships with regard to this presentation to disclose.

CE Hours

Objectives

• List common bloodborne pathogens associated with occupational exposure
• Identify modes of transmission of bloodborne pathogens
• List the components of a site-specific exposure control plan
• Identify hazards in the workplace that may relate to immunization practice
• Explain appropriate use of engineering controls, work practices, and personal protective equipment (PPE) for immunization practice

Speaker(s)/Author(s)

Mary Klein, Pharm.D., BCACP, CHSE Brief Bio : Dr. Klein is involved with laboratory teaching and maintains a practice site at Presbyterian Medical Mission of Abilene. Dr. Klein teaches in Clinical Immunizations and Administration, Patient Assessment, and Respiratory Pharmacotherapy, in addition to precepting the Ambulatory Clinical Skills and the Primary Care rotations. Dr. Klein received her Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Texas Tech University in 2003 and Doctor of Pharmacy from the TTUHSC School of Pharmacy in 2007. She then completed a community and ambulatory care pharmacy practice (PGY1) residency at the University of Texas at Austin/Scott and White Memorial Hospital, Health Plan, and Clinics in Temple and Georgetown, Texas. Her practice interests include family medicine, cardiology, endocrinology, ambulatory/primary care, and medical missions. Disclosure : The presenter has no relevant conflict of interest related to this presentation. The speaker has no relevant financial relationship(s) with ineligible companies to disclose with regard to this presentation.

CE Hours

Objectives

• Differentiate between intramuscular and subcutaneous vaccination administration: Needle size, Injection angle, and Administration site/technique
• Briefly describe the other forms of vaccine administration
• Discuss the proper technique for reconstituting vaccines

Speaker(s)/Author(s)

CE Hours

Objectives

• Recognize opportunities for pharmacists to become involved in immunization delivery
• Investigate the legal, regulatory, and liability issues involved in offering a pharmacy-based immunization program
• Describe how to set up an immunization service in an existing pharmacy
• Identify marketing strategies that can be used to promote a pharmacy-based immunization service

Speaker(s)/Author(s)

Shanna James, Pharm.D. Disclosure : The presenter has no actual or potential conflict of interest related to this presentation. The speaker has no financial relationships with regard to this presentation to disclose.

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