Antibiotic Update: Respiratory Infections, OA and RA Guidelines 2023, Immunizations

Course overview

At the completion of this activity, the participant will be able to: Antibiotic Update: Respiratory Infections: 1) Identify statistics related to incidence/prevalence of various respiratory conditions. 2) Discuss the signs and symptoms of pneumonia, ABRS, AOM, AECB. 3) Discuss treatment pharmacologic options for the above conditions. OA and RA Guidelines 2023: 4) Discuss the pathophysiology of osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. 5) Identify the non-pharmacologic and pharmacologic agents available for the treatment of osteoarthritis and RA. 6) Compare newer pharmacologic agents with older agents with regard to benefits, risks, side effects, and drug interactions. Immunizations: 7) Identify the 2024 recommended vaccinations and schedule for individuals across the lifespan. 8) Discuss the benefits and side effects of the various vaccines for individuals across the lifespan. 9) Discuss strategies to improve vaccine hesitancy.