Webinars

Tutors

• Ms Rachel Watts
  Renal Pharmacist, SEHSCT

Aim

To provide an overview of the management of chronic kidney disease (CKD).

Learning outcomes

Having completed this webinar, you will be able to:

• Define CKD and understand the range of classifications
• Recognise the causes and symptoms of CKD and how it is diagnosed
• Outline the recommended treatment options to delay the progression of CKD
• Understand the management of renal anaemia, renal bone disease and diabetes in adults with CKD
• Consider drug therapy in CKD, including both prescribed and over-the-counter medication.

Tutors

• Ms Lisa Gracey (Rafferty)
  Coach | Facilitator | Mindfulness Teacher

Aim

To develop the competence and confidence of mentors in dealing with mentees presenting with mental health and/or mental wellbeing issues.

Learning outcomes

Having completed this webinar, you will be able to:

• Use effective communication skills to acquire an understanding of the mentee’s mental health and mental wellbeing status
• Identify a range of appropriate questions to ask the mentee
• Undertake an open and supportive conversation with a mentee reporting to have mental health and/or mental wellbeing issues
• Outline a range of strategies, including self-supporting strategies to support positive mental health and wellbeing
• Identify organisations to which mentees can be signposted for further advice and support.

Tutors

• Dr Sharon Porter
  Clinical Lead for Sexual Reproductive Healthcare, NHSCT

Aim

To support pharmacists to adopt an evidence-based approach to patients seeking hormonal contraception.

Learning outcomes

Having completed this webinar, you will be able to:

• Outline the different types of hormonal contraception available
• Detail the associated benefits and risks of hormonal contraception
• Recognise the significant interactions with contraceptives and other medication
• Aid patients in making person-centred decisions regarding their contraception
• Educate patients who may have misconceptions around the use of hormonal contraception
• Communicate effectively with women seeking advice in relation to hormonal contraception.

Tutors

• Ms Paula McMaster
  Pharmacy adviser, SPPG
• Ms Eimear O'Rourke
  Allergy Act

Aim

To provide a general overview of common allergens, whilst equipping pharmacists with the knowledge to support patients and carers in the management of allergic rhinitis and other allergies.

Learning outcomes

Having completed this webinar, you will be able to:

• Recognise the risk factors and clinical features of allergic rhinitis and common food allergies
• Outline the different types and severity of allergic reactions
• Recommend appropriate treatment options including pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments
• Provide comprehensive advice and support to patients regarding the management of allergy
• Understand the importance of patient perspective in allergy management.

Tutors

• Dr Sharon Porter
  Clinical Lead for Sexual Reproductive Healthcare, NHSCT

Aim

To support pharmacists to adopt an evidence-based approach to patients seeking hormonal contraception.

Learning outcomes

Having completed this webinar, you will be able to:

• Outline the different types of hormonal contraception available
• Detail the associated benefits and risks of hormonal contraception
• Recognise the significant interactions with contraceptives and other medication
• Aid patients in making person-centred decisions regarding their contraception
• Educate patients who may have misconceptions around the use of hormonal contraception
• Communicate effectively with women seeking advice in relation to hormonal contraception.

Tutors

• Ms Emma McCammon
  Pharmacy Adviser, SPPG
• Ms Kathryn Duff
  Prescribing Support Dietitian, NHSCT

Aim

To promote the safe, effective and appropriate prescribing of oral nutritional supplements (ONS).

Learning outcomes

Having attended this webinar, you will be able to:

• Identify when it is appropriate to prescribe ONS in line with the seven-step approach and the Northern Ireland Formulary
• Review the appropriateness of ONS prescribing for specific patient groups, including palliative care patients and those at risk of harm due to substance use
• Review the appropriateness of the prescribing of vitamin and mineral preparations
• Identify when it is appropriate to use an Amino Acid Formula in the management of Cows’ Milk Allergy (CMA) in infants to include the management of parental expectations at time of initiation
• Understand the importance of regular review and indications for deprescribing.

Tutors

• Ms Kathryn Duff
  Prescribing Support Dietitian, NHSCT
• Ms Emma McCammon
  Pharmacy Adviser, SPPG

Aim

To promote the safe, effective and appropriate prescribing of oral nutritional supplements (ONS).

Learning outcomes

Having attended this webinar, you will be able to:

• Identify when it is appropriate to prescribe ONS in line with the seven-step approach and the Northern Ireland Formulary
• Review the appropriateness of ONS prescribing for specific patient groups, including palliative care patients and those at risk of harm due to substance use
• Review the appropriateness of the prescribing of vitamin and mineral preparations
• Identify when it is appropriate to use an Amino Acid Formula in the management of Cows’ Milk Allergy (CMA) in infants to include the management of parental expectations at time of initiation
• Understand the importance of regular review and indications for deprescribing.

Tutors

• Ms Rachel Watts
  Renal Pharmacist, SEHSCT

Aim

To provide an overview of the management of chronic kidney disease (CKD).

Learning outcomes

Having completed this webinar, you will be able to:

• Define CKD and understand the range of classifications
• Recognise the causes and symptoms of CKD and how it is diagnosed
• Outline the recommended treatment options to delay the progression of CKD
• Understand the management of renal anaemia, renal bone disease and diabetes in adults with CKD
• Consider drug therapy in CKD, including both prescribed and over-the-counter medication.