
- Pharmacist
- 2.0
- 8/30/2022
- 8/30/2025
- Knowledge
- 0669-0000-22-019-H06-P
- Immunizations
- 20-943090
- Identify the types and spread of influenza virus as a worldwide concern
- Describe the environmental and behavioral factors of the influenza virus
- Compare the risks and corresponding complications of influenza, and the benefits and risks of vaccination
- Identify influenza prevention, immunization, treatment, and preparedness in the event of an adverse reaction
I. Introduction
II. Influenza Virus
1. Infected Droplets
2. Contact Transmission
III. Epidemiology of Influenza
1. Annual Epidemics
2. Seasonal Variations
3. Severity and Outcomes
IV. Clinical Features and Diagnosis
V. Complications of Influenza
VI. Treatment and Prevention of Influenza Infection
1. Annual Vaccination and Vaccine Efficacy (VE)
2. Antivirals
VII. Infection Control
VIII. Children and Pregnant Women
1. Children
2. Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices and Pregnancy
IX. Role of Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians and Interns
X. Recommendations: Influenza Season 2022-2023
1. Vaccine Selection
2. High-Risk Populations
3. Medical Conditions and History of Egg Allergies
4. Travelers and Influenza Vaccination
XI. Special Considerations of Influenza Vaccination
1. Vaccine Administration
2. Vaccination Adverse Reactions
3. Anaphylaxis Preparedness and Response
XII. Summary