Pharmacist Point-of-Care Testing /Test & Treat Written 1h

Strep throat remains a common and impactful cause of patient visits, and pharmacy teams play an essential role in identifying symptoms, performing point-of-care testing, and guiding individuals toward appropriate care. This course discusses how to evaluate symptoms, perform rapid diagnostic testing, interpret results, and support safe, effective, and evidence-based treatment decisions. You will gain the knowledge and confidence to deliver high-quality services that improve access, reduce unnecessary antibiotic use, and enhance patient outcomes.

Learning Objectives

Upon successful completion of this application-based CPE course, pharmacists should be able to:
1. Identify the regulatory considerations for a pharmacy-led point-of-care service
2. List the signs, symptoms, and diagnostic criteria of group A streptococcus (GAS)
3. Evaluate patients eligible for pharmacy-led POCT screenings
4. Apply treatment and monitoring plans to patients receiving POCT services
5. Formulate evidence-based recommendations for persons with group A streptococcus (GAS)

Faculty

Elizabeth Skoy, PharmD

Professor
North Dakota State University 

Disclosures:

Elizabeth Skoy has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.

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