ACPE Universal Activity 0201-9999-23-037-H05-P/T
Activity Description
The world found itself in a once-in-a-lifetime pandemic in 2020 with the emergence of the COVID-19 virus. Pharmacists found themselves on the front lines of this public health crisis with little preparation or guidance. Existing emergency plans were of little use during a shutdown of the entire world. This activity will explore the ethics of responding appropriately to a rapidly evolving crisis. From emergency preparedness, communication, purchasing tactics, and justice of distribution of supplies, the COVID-19 pandemic taught the healthcare community how unprepared we were for this type of event. Lessons learned during the COVID-19 pandemic will be valuable to the pharmacy community to apply during the next crisis.
Upon completion of this activity, a pharmacist, pharmacy technician, or student pharmacist will be able to:
- Identify effective actions during the COVID-19 pandemic to minimize risk to community pharmacy personnel.
- List ethical dilemmas that occur during a time of emergency.
- Write emergency plans for the pharmacy that provide steps to maintain pharmacy operations in various emergencies and avoid violating ethical principles that guide the pharmacy profession.
Planned Expiration Date: 05/15/26