Quality Use of Medicines for Optometrists
Available from: 25/03/2025 (AEDT)
Where to publish: https://lms.optometry.org.au/course/view.php?id=861
Provider: OA National Provider
Learning Objectives
- Explain the principles of Quality Use of Medicines (QUM) and its relevance to optometric practice
- Describe the four-stage model of prescribing and its application in clinical decision-making
- Identify key considerations for safe prescribing, including patient history, medicine interactions, and adherence
- Recognise special prescribing considerations for different patient populations, such as older adults and pregnant women
- Apply antimicrobial stewardship principles to minimise the risk of antibiotic resistance in optometric practice
- Understand the impact of systemic medications on ocular health and how to monitor for adverse effects
- Describe best practices for prescribing, including electronic prescribing, active ingredient prescribing, and interprofessional communication
Max CPD hours awarded: 2.5T
Session Information
| Name |
|---|
| Quality Use of Medicines for Optometrists |
| Clinical? |
| Yes |
| Interactive? |
| No |
| Therapeutic? |
| Yes |
| Duration of CPD Session/Module |
| 2 |
| Duration of CPD Session/Module inclusive of Assessment Component |
| 2.5 |