Acute Sinusitis
Hours: 1.00
Sinusitis is a common disorder characterized by inflammation of the lining of the paranasal sinuses. In most cases, inflammation of the nasal mucosa is also involved in rhinitis; the condition is referred to as rhinosinusitis. Acute sinusitis is defined as a viral or bacteriological infection of the sinuses that is less than four weeks in duration. Sinusitis is also classified as subacute sinusitis, recurrent acute sinusitis, and chronic sinusitis. Antibiotic therapy for acute sinusitis requires clinical judgment. Antibiotics should not be routine for all patients, because indiscriminate use can lead to bacterial resistance. The goal of this continuing education program is to provide pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and radiologic technologists with knowledge about the clinical aspects of managing patients with acute sinusitis.
Sinusitis is a common disorder characterized by inflammation of the lining of the paranasal sinuses. In most cases, inflammation of the nasal mucosa is also involved in rhinitis; the condition is referred to as rhinosinusitis. Acute sinusitis is defined as a viral or bacteriological infection of the sinuses that is less than four weeks in duration. Sinusitis is also classified as subacute sinusitis, recurrent acute sinusitis, and chronic sinusitis. Antibiotic therapy for acute sinusitis requires clinical judgment. Antibiotics should not be routine for all patients, because indiscriminate use can lead to bacterial resistance. The goal of this continuing education program is to provide pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and radiologic technologists with knowledge about the clinical aspects of managing patients with acute sinusitis.
Mississippi State Department of Health Bureau of Professional Licensure Medical Radiation Technologists
Mississippi State Department of Health Bureau of Professional Licensure Dietitians
Mississippi State Department of Health Bureau of Professional Licensure Medical Radiation Technologists (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
Radiation technologists will receive 1.0000 contact hours for participating in this course.
American Society of Radiologic Technologists
This activity is approved for credit by the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) until 5/1/2023.
Approved by the ASRT for Category A continuing education credit
This activity may be available in multiple formats or from different sponsors. ASRT regulations state that an individual may not repeat a self-learning activity for credit if it was reported in the same or any subsequent biennium.
Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education
In support of improving patient care, Relias LLC is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
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ACPE Universal Activity Number: JA4008266-0000-21-079-H01-P
Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education
In support of improving patient care, Relias LLC is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
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Identify the signs and symptoms of acute sinusitis.
Describe the role of imaging in the management of acute sinusitis.
Differentiate between the brand and generic names of common drugs used to treat sinusitis.
List examples of over-the-counter (OTC) products a provider may recommend for controlling symptoms of acute sinusitis.
Describe treatments for sinusitis and adverse effects associated with antibiotic use.
Recognize the triggers for sinusitis and prevention strategies.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Acute Sinusitis
Anatomy of the Sinuses
Sinusitis
Diagnosis
General Principles of Care
Antibiotic Use
Symptomatic Therapy
Sinusitis in Hospitalized Patients
Comorbidities and Triggers
Prevention
Summary
Section 3: Clinical Vignette
Section 4: Application Exercise
Section 5: Conclusion
Summary
Course Contributors
References
Sanchita Sen, PharmD, is an associate professor of clinical pharmacy at Philadelphia College of Pharmacy in the University of the Sciences. She practices as an internal medicine pharmacist at Cooper University Hospital and specializes in transitions of care and medication reconciliation services. Disclosure: Sanchita Sen, PharmD has no Relevant Financial or Non-Financial Relationship with ineligible companies to disclose.Instructor: Olive Peart, MS,RT(R)(M)
Olive Peart, MS, RT(R)(M), is a SME Writer with Relias. She is an established author, radiographer and educator with years of experience as a radiologic technology program director. She has authored several radiology and mammography related textbooks. She also volunteers with RAD-AID international and served as a program manager with the Asha Jyoti: Women's Healthcare Mobile Outreach Programme, Chandigarh, India and currently serves as RAD-AID's Chief Mammography Technologist for the RAD-AID USA Women's Health Initiative.
Disclosure: Olive Peart, MS,RT(R)(M) has no Relevant Financial or Non-Financial Relationship with ineligible companies to disclose.
The target audience for this course is: Pharmacists; Pharmacy Technicians; Radiologic Technologists; in the following settings: Acute Care Facility.
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