PediaCast CME065 - HIV Infection Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis



Date & Location
Wednesday, May 19, 2021, 8:00 AM - Sunday, May 19, 2024, 8:00 AM

Credits
AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (1.00 hours), Non-Physician Attendance (1.00 hours), ANCC Contact Hour(s) (1.00 hours), AAPA Credit(s) (1.00 hours), APA Credit(s) (1.00 hours), ACPE Contact Hour(s) (1.00 hours), ASWB ACE Credit(s) (1.00 hours), IPCE Credit(s) (1.00 hours)

Overview
Dr Megan Brundrett visits the studio as we consider the prevention of HIV infection with Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP).  We explore identification and support of at-risk youth and discuss the benefits, risks and side effects of PrEP medications. We hope you can join us!


Objectives
At the end of this activity, participants should be able to:

  1. 1. Define HIV Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) and identify the medications used to provide it.
  2. 2. Initiate PrEP and provide ongoing medical management for at-risk teenagers.
  3. 3. Describe barriers to PrEP use in teenagers and share strategies for overcoming them.
  4. 4. Counsel those receiving PrEP therapy on the prevention of other sexually-transmitted infections.

Accreditation
In support of improving patient care, Nationwide Children's Hospital is accredited by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC),  the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for the healthcare team.

Additional Information

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations received in writing no less than 20 days before the course will be refunded, less a 20% administrative fee. No refunds will be made on cancellations received after that date. Please send cancellation requests to [email protected]

Nationwide Children's Hospital reserves the right to cancel or postpone this program if necessary; in the event of cancellation, course fees will be fully refunded. We are not responsible for other costs incurred such as non-refundable airline tickets or hotel penalties.

Accessibility Statement
 
Nationwide Children's Hospital is committed to ensuring that its programs, services, goods and facilities are accessible to individuals with disabilities as specified under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Amendments Act of 2008.  If you have needs that require special accommodations, including dietary concerns, please contact the CME Conference Coordinator.