CPE
Kelly N. Gable, PharmD, BCPP
The experience of trauma is common and becoming even more widely recognized as we continue to cope with the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on economic, physical, and emotional well-being. Emerging research on the impact of trauma on physical health has pushed organizations to increase trauma awareness trainings among health care staff. Despite this, many health care providers have had limited training and education surrounding traumainformed care (TIC). As a key member of the health care team, it is vital that all pharmacists take the necessary steps to become trauma informed. This review will highlight the 4 ‘R’s of a traumainformed approach to patient care: 1) Realize, 2) Recognize, 3) Respond, and 4) Resist re-traumatization.1 A traumainformed pharmacist begins the learning process by realizing the commonalityof trauma and its impact within our health care system, recognizing the signs and symptoms of trauma, responding by fully integrating trauma resources into all aspects of patient care, and actively resisting re-traumatization.
CPE assessment
This assessment must be taken online; please see “CPE information” in the sidebar on the previous page for further instructions. The online system will present these questions in random order to help reinforce the learning opportunity. There is only one correct answer to each question.
CPE information
To obtain 1 hour of CPE credit for this activity, complete the CPE exam and submit it online at www.pharmacist.com/education. A Statement of Credit will be awarded for a passing grade of 70% or better. You have two opportunities to successfully complete the CPE exam. Pharmacists and technicians who successfully complete this activity before September 1, 2024, can receive credit. Your Statement of Credit will be available online immediately upon successful completion of the CPE exam.
This policy is intended to maintain the integrity of the CPE activity. Learners who successfully complete this activity by the expiration date can receive CPE credit. Please visit CPE Monitor for your statement of credit/transcript.
To claim credit
1. Go to http://apha.us/CPE.
2. Log in to your APhA account, or register as a new user.
3. Select “Enroll Now” or “Add to Cart” (click “View Cart” and “Check Out”).
4. Complete the assessment and evaluation.
5. Click “Claim Credit.” You will need to provide your NABP e-profile ID number to obtain and print your statement of credit.
Assistance is available Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm ET at APhA InfoCenter by calling 800-237-APhA (2742) or by e-mailing infocenter@aphanet.org.