15 on COVID-19 for 4/13/2020 - Convalescent Plasma
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Did you know that people have been using convalescent plasma to treat disease for more than a century? On today’s 15 on COVID-19 episode, we’ll take a look at some of the potential advantages and disadvantages of convalescent plasma as it related to COVID-19. We’ll also take a look at the available literature to determine whether there is any evidence of benefit from convalescent plasma transfusions. We’ll also discuss what questions remain unanswered. Join us for a look back and a look ahead as we explore the role of convalescent plasma in COVID-19
Learning Objectives
- Discuss the latest developments related to COVID-19
Activity type: Knowledge-based
Target Audience: Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians
Learning Level: 2
Accreditation Information
The American Pharmacists Association is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education. The following archived webinar is approved for 0.25 contact hour of CPE credit (0.025 CEUs). The ACPE Universal Activity Number for this activity is 0202-0000-20-174-H01-P/T
To obtain credit for completing 15 on COVID-19 04/13/2020, participants will need to watch the archived webinar, complete the assessment, complete the evaluation questions, and then CLAIM credit. Participants need to have a valid pharmacist.com username and password to claim credit. After credit has been claimed, please visit CPE monitor for your transcript.
Initial release date: April 13, 2020
Expiration date: April 13, 2021 - No credit granted after this date
Development
15 on COVID-19 04/13/2020 is an activity for pharmacists and pharamacy technicians developed by the American Pharmacists Association. © 2020 American Pharmacists Association
Disclosures
Daniel Zlott, PharmD, BCOP and APhA’s editorial staff declare no conflicts of interest or financial interests in any product or service mentioned in this activity, including grants, employment, gifts, stock holdings, and honoraria. For a complete list of APhA staff disclosures, visit the APhA website at www.pharmacist.com/apha-disclosures.
Conflicts of interest have been resolved through content review by Helen Sairany, BA, PharmD, MBA, BCACP, Director of Content Development & Partnership at the American Pharmacists Association.
System Requirements
Computer and internet access are required to complete this activity. Please visit our website to view the Technology System Requirements in order to have a positive learning experience.
Credit Information
| Activity Number | Credit Amount | Accreditation Period |
|---|---|---|
| ACPE# 0202-0000-20-174-H01-P | 0.025 CEUs | April 13, 2020 - April 13, 2021 |
| ACPE# 0202-0000-20-174-H01-T | 0.025 CEUs | April 13, 2020 - April 13, 2021 |