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Skin Infections and the Challenges of Antimicrobial Resistance

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This course provides essential guidance for GPs, GP trainees, nurses, and allied healthcare professionals on managing skin infections caused by bacterial and fungal organisms. The module covers critical aspects such as the impact of antimicrobial resistance, best practices for diagnosing and treating skin infections, and the use of non-antibiotic topical therapies.

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Learning Outcomes

What you'll learn

  • Evaluate the key principles of antimicrobial stewardship.
  • Identify and manage secondary skin infections in patients with underlying skin conditions like eczema and psoriasis.
  • Assess the role and effectiveness of topical antiseptics, like chlorhexidine, when antibiotics are not suitable.
  • Provide advice and support to patients regarding their treatment options, including utilizing the Pharmacy First service and understanding the role of community pharmacists in managing skin infections.

Modules

Module 1

Overview of Skin Infections

Module 2

Categories of Skin Infections

Module 3

Antimicrobial Resistance in the UK

Module 4

Approaches to Treatment

Module 5

Summary

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Frequently Asked Questions

The course covers skin infections caused by bacteria, fungi, and viruses, the impact of antimicrobial resistance (AMR), best practices for treatment, and the role of topical antiseptics and antibiotics.

Yes, a certification will be provided upon successful completion of the course.

To register, log in to your Care Learning account with your email and password. New users can create an account at care-learning.com.

Yes, this course is ideal for healthcare professionals and caregivers managing skin infections and addressing antimicrobial resistance in patients.