Pharmacist Diabetes | Patient Safety | Weight Management Written 1 credit hour

Injectable therapies play an important role in the management of chronic conditions, but improper injection technique can compromise safety, adherence, and treatment outcomes. This course discusses current evidence on pen-needle technology, injection techniques, and patient education, equipping you with practical strategies to prevent common injection errors and optimize medication use. You will gain the knowledge and confidence to educate patients, support adherence, and improve outcomes through the safe and effective use of injectable therapies.

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$99.00 / year

Learning Objectives

Upon successful completion of this application-based CPE course, pharmacists should be able to:
1. Identify factors that influence the safe and effective use of injectable therapies, including pen needle technology and injection techniques.
2. Recognize common injection errors and explain their clinical consequences for patient safety and outcomes.
3. Apply best practices for preparing and administering medications using pen devices.
4. Educate patients on safe injection practices, including the risks of needle reuse and best practices for disposal.
5. Adopt patient-centered strategies that address cost, health literacy, and access barriers to support adherence and engagement with injectable therapies.

Faculty

Wendy Mobley-Bukstein, PharmD, BCACP, CDCES, CHWC, FAPhA

Disclosures:

Wendy Mobley-Bukstein is on the speaker bureau for Abbott Diabetes Care. All relevant financial relationships have been mitigated.

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