Compounding: Go Hog Wild: Creative (and Informed) Veterinary Compounding – RECORDED WEBINAR

The University of Connecticut School of Pharmacy is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.

Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians are eligible to participate in this application-based activity and will receive 1.0 CE Hour for completing the activity (ACPE UAN 0009-0000-24-019-H07-P), passing the quiz with a grade of 70% or better, and completing an online evaluation. Statements of credit are available via the CPE Monitor online system and your participation will be recorded with CPE Monitor within 72 hours of submission.

The material presented here does not necessarily reflect the views of The University of Connecticut School of Pharmacy or its co-sponsor affiliates. These materials may discuss uses and dosages for therapeutic products, processes, procedures and inferred diagnoses that have not been approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration. A qualified health care professional should be consulted before using any therapeutic product discussed. All readers and continuing education participants should verify all information and data before treating patients or employing any therapies described in this continuing education activity.

1. Farmer Brown's large Maine Coon cat needs fluoxetine. Considering size, anatomy, and skin absorption, which animal would require a similar dose of fluoxetine transdermal gel?
A . A small terrier dog
B. A medium sized sphinx (hairless) cat
C. A large barn owl

2. Meow-Meow is a domestic American cat. She weighs 6.3 pounds, although she needs to gain at least 3 pounds. She needs medication for her heart condition, and the veterinarian wants to prescribe lisinopril 0.25 mg/kg once daily. YIKES! You calculate that Meow-Meow weighs 2.9 kg and needs a dose of 0.725 mg of lisinopril. Can you compound this dose?
A. No, the veterinarian needs to find a different medication
B. Yes, but it would be easier to give 1.5 mg every other day
C. Yes, because a commercial product is unavailable in this strength

3. Your 30-pound hound, Bosco, is begging to eat the food you left on your plate after dinner. In keeping with your house rule never to feed the dog from the table, you take your plate to the sink and get Bosco’s bowl. Which of the following things should you throw in the trash rather than feed to Bosco?
A. The piece of grilled, boned ribeye steak
B. The grapes and raisins on the salad
C. The plain baked potato with yogurt

4. Your client, Venice Marriot, needs to have a medication compounded for her teacup chihuahua Tokyo. She indicates that she and Tokyo prefer medications that are pink. After discussing the pros and cons of compounding with color, which food coloring should you use to make a pink oral solution?
A. Natural beet extract
B. FD&C Red No. 3
C. Neither

5. Which of these basic oral paste formulas would be best to use for Farmer Brown’s cat?
Ingredient Formula 1 Formula 2 Formula 3
Polyethylene glycol 300 65 grams 25 grams
Polyethylene glycol 3350 35 grams 25 grams 25 grams
Propylene glycol 50 grams 25 grams
Molasses (for horses) 50 grams

A. Formula 1
B. Formula 2
C. Formula 3

6. Which flavoring would be best suited for a picky Emperor penguin at Mystic Aquarium?
A. Orange or mango flavoring
B. Sardine or tuna flavors
C. Beef or liver flavoring

7. What Is the BEST way to improve pharmacy personnel’s knowledge of veterinary medications?
A. Pharmacies can be sure to have a veterinary drug handbook at the pharmacy and that the computer system flags veterinary precautions.
B. Pharmacists can complete a continuing education activity on veterinary pharmacy and require all other staff members to take it also.
C. Pharmacy owners and systems can take out extra liability insurance and pray that nothing happens to any animal that receives a prescription from their pharmacies.

Patient Safety: Teaching Old Dogs New Tricks: Dispensing for Companion Animals in Community Pharmacy – RECORDED WEBINAR

The University of Connecticut School of Pharmacy is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.

Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians are eligible to participate in this application-based activity and will receive 1.0 CE Hour for completing the activity (ACPE UAN 0009-0000-24-020-H05-P), passing the quiz with a grade of 70% or better, and completing an online evaluation. Statements of credit are available via the CPE Monitor online system and your participation will be recorded with CPE Monitor within 72 hours of submission.

1. Which Oral Solution Likely Contains Xylitol?
a) Tramadol
b) Codeine-guaifenesin
c) Gabapentin

2. Which medication must be given with a moist treat or small amount of liquid to prevent esophageal erosion?
a) Metronidazole
b) Doxycycline
c) Cephalexin

3. When should anti-anxiety medications be given to pets to prevent anxiety in stressful events?
a) During the stressful event
b) Whenever your pet asks for it
c) 1 to 2 hours prior to stressful event

4. What is an important counseling point for owners who have pets that are taking fluoxetine?
a) Avoid flea/tick collars that contain the MAOI, amitraz
b) It cannot be given with food or a treat
c) Effects are seen immediately

5. How does levothyroxine dosing in dogs compare to dosing in humans?
a) Doses in humans are much higher than in dogs
b) Doses in dogs are much higher than in humans
c) Doses are about the same

6. Which resource provides information on medications for animals?
a) Plumb’s
b) King’s Guide
c) Brigg’s

The Human-Animal Bond: How Close Is Too Close? – RECORDED WEBINAR

The University of Connecticut School of Pharmacy is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.

Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians are eligible to participate in this application-based activity and will receive 1.0 CE Hour for completing the activity (ACPE UAN 0009-0000-24-021-H01-P), passing the quiz with a grade of 70% or better, and completing an online evaluation. Statements of credit are available via the CPE Monitor online system and your participation will be recorded with CPE Monitor within 72 hours of submission.

The Human-Animal Bond: How Close is Too Close?

Recognize and describe different zoonotic diseases: Rabies, Lyme Disease, Ringworm (Dermatophytosis), Leptospirosis, Giardia, and Toxoplasmosis
Describe method of transmission of each disease
List the treatment of each disease (if possible)
Indicate the species of animal that can harbor the disease
Describe how to prevent the disease

1. At what age is the earliest a dog or cat can receive the rabies vaccination?
A. 8 weeks
B. 6 months
C. 12 weeks

2. What is the symptom of Lyme Disease in dogs that owners tend to notice first?
A. Shifting lameness
B. Vomiting
C. Increased thirst and urination (PUPD)

3. What is the best way to prevent most zoonotic infections?
A. Avoid wildlife
B. Use essential oils
C. Wash your hands

4. What antibiotic do veterinarians use most often to treat Spirochete bacterial infections?
A. Doxycycline
B. Clindamycin
C. Amoxicillin-clavulanic Acid

5. How are most zoonotic intestinal parasites are spread?
A. Aerosolized
B. Infection through break in the skin
C. Fecal-oral

6. What zoonotic disease causes an itchy, circular red lesion on the skin?
A. Lyme disease
B. Ringworm
C. Leptospirosis

7. What species most commonly carries toxoplasma?
A . Cats
B. Dogs
C. Ferrets

Animal Models of Disease: Barking up the Right Tree – RECORDED WEBINAR

The University of Connecticut School of Pharmacy is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.

Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians are eligible to participate in this application-based activity and will receive 1.0 CE Hour for completing the activity (ACPE UAN 0009-0000-24-022-H01-P), passing the quiz with a grade of 70% or better, and completing an online evaluation. Statements of credit are available via the CPE Monitor online system and your participation will be recorded with CPE Monitor within 72 hours of submission.

Immunization: The Right Tool for the Job: Precision and Preparation in Immunization Practice -RECORDED WEBINAR

The University of Connecticut School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.

Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians are eligible to participate in this knowledge-based activity and will receive up to 1 CE Hours (or 0.1 CEUs) for completing the activity ACPE UAN 0009-0000-26-011-H06-P, passing the quiz with a grade of 70% or better, and completing an online evaluation. Statements of credit are available via the CPE Monitor online system and your participation will be recorded with CPE Monitor within 72 hours of submission.

The material presented here does not necessarily reflect the views of The University of Connecticut School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences or its co-sponsor affiliates. These materials may discuss uses and dosages for therapeutic products, processes, procedures and inferred diagnoses that have not been approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration. A qualified health care professional should be consulted before using any therapeutic product discussed. All readers and continuing education participants should verify all information and data before treating patients or employing any therapies described in this continuing education activity.

The Right Tool for the Job: Precision and Preparation in Immunization Practice

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Which statement is TRUE concerning contraindications & precautions?
1. A person should not receive a vaccine if a contraindication or precaution exists.
2. If a precaution is present, the decision to vaccinate can be based on a risk/benefit analysis.
3. Recent exposure to an infectious disease and a current mild illness with a fever is a contraindication to receiving any vaccine.
Which statement is TRUE concerning preventable errors giving vaccines?
1. Giving a vaccine IM instead of the recommended SC always counts as a valid dose.
2. Despite being more efficient & reducing pain, never give compatible vaccines in the same injection.
3. Giving an expired vaccine dose by mistake can always be repeated the same day.
What is the most important factor when administering an IM vaccine injection?
1. To minimize SIRVA, avoid the upper 1/3 of the deltoid muscle.
2. Any needle length and gauge size can be used for adults and children.
3. Having the patient standing avoids a syncope reaction.
Which statement is TRUE concerning documentation & error reporting of vaccines?
1. Reporting an error to VAERS is done only for serious errors attributable to the vaccine.
2. CT-WiZ is an online portal for the secure protection of pediatric vaccine inventories.
3. CT-WiZ is an online portal of immunization records for all CT residents of all ages.
What changes have occurred to ensure reliable vaccine access and information for providers and consumers?
1. Some states, such as CT, are using medical organization recommendations rather than ACIP for their vaccine standards and reimbursement.
2. All states are using CDC’s ACIP recommendations for their vaccine standards and reimbursement.
3. Medical organizations have supported and concurred with ACIP recommendations to ensure consistent vaccine access.

Arthur E. Schwarting Symposium LIVE Event 2027 TBD

Arthur E. Schwarting was an internationally recognized leader in the transformation of pharmacognosy from a plant-based discipline to a science based on the chemistry of natural products. He also was the preeminent pharmacognosist in the U.S. to engage in the study of medicinal agents from microorganisms, and he was a pioneer in the use of radio isotopes to elaborate the biochemical pathways by which plants and microorganisms make medicinally active products. The Arthur E. Schwarting Symposium is now an educational conference focused on pharmacy practice for pharmacists in many settings.

Measure Twice, Cut Once: A Carpentry Approach to Pharmacy

Five hours of live streaming CE including Law, Patient Safety, and Immunization

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11:00am-12:00 pm

Load-Bearing Walls: Getting Cardiovascular Therapy Right the First Time

Katelyn Galli, PharmD, BCCP, UConn School of Pharmacy, Storrs, CT

Type of Activity: Application

ACPE UAN 0009-0000-26-009-L01-P

Learning Objectives: At the end of this presentation the learner will:

Identify high-risk cardiovascular medications that are most commonly associated with preventable adverse drug events amid transitions of care
Describe evidence-based principles for precise cardiovascular medication dosing, including clinically relevant pharmacokinetic considerations that influence drug and dose selection
Explain the benefits and limitations of clinical decision support tools in cardiovascular pharmacotherapy
Recognize common system-level and cognitive factors contributing to cardiovascular medication near misses and adverse effects

12:05-1:05 pm

LAW: The Legal Blueprint: Designing Error-Proof Pharmacy Policies

Dylan DeCandia, PharmD, RPh, Franklyn’s Pharmacy in Ho-Ho-Kus, New Jersey

Type of Activity: Application

ACPE UAN 0009-0000-26-010-L03-P

Learning Objectives: At the end of this presentation the learner will:

Describe the roles and responsibilities of each pharmacy staff member
Articulate when a pharmacist should seek legal clarification
Identify common pharmacy mistakes that may leave pharmacists liable
Construct policies and procedures that prevent future pharmacy errors

1:10-2:10 pm

Patient Safety: Blueprints Before Builds: Patient Assessment in Clinical Decision-Making

Devra Dang, PharmD, CDCES, FNAP, Clinical Professor, University of Connecticut School of Pharmacy, Storrs, CT

Type of Activity: Application

ACPE UAN 0009-0000-26-013-L05-P

Learning Objectives:

Explain the Pharmacists’ Patient Care Process and strategies to optimize the “Collect” and “Assess” steps to improve assessment and clinical decision-making
Identify common pitfalls that affect optimal patient assessment across healthcare settings
List strategies to incorporate patient-centered approaches into patient assessment and clinical decision-making

2:15-3:15 pm

Immunization: The Right Tool for the Job: Precision and Preparation in Immunization Practice

Thomas E. Buckley, RPh, MPH, FNAP; Associate Clinical Professor Emeritus, UConn School of Pharmacy, Storrs, CT

Type of Activity: Application

ACPE UAN 0009-0000-26-011-L06-P

Learning Objectives: At the end of this presentation the learner will:

Analyze contraindications as the “measurement” step
Determine the correct vaccine, dose, route, and needle length
Document and report finishing work
Detect administration errors and adverse events
Illustrate reliable vaccine information

3:20-4:20 pm

Right Fit, Tight Seal: Building Better Cancer Care

Thomas M Levay, PharmD, CSP, Yale New Haven Health, New Haven, CT

Type of Activity: Application

ACPE UAN 0009-0000-26-012-L01-P

Learning Objectives: At the end of this presentation the learner will:

Recognize ways that general education and consultation contributes to better care
Identify crucial elements of a patient’s non-clinical care for patients with cancer
Demonstrate different ways to help patients at each phase of care

Handouts will be posted 72 hours prior to the event in 2 slides per page and 6 slides per page below:

11:00am-12:00 pm Load-Bearing Walls: Getting Cardiovascular Therapy Right the First Time

12:05-1:05 pm LAW: The Legal Blueprint: Designing Error-Proof Pharmacy Policies

1:10-2:10 pm Patient Safety: Blueprints Before Builds: Patient Assessment in Clinical Decision-Making

2:15-3:15 pm Immunization: The Right Tool for the Job: Precision and Preparation in Immunization Practice

3:20-4:20 pm Right Fit, Tight Seal: Building Better Cancer Care

“The University of Connecticut School of Pharmacy is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.”

Continuing Education Units

The University of Connecticut, School of Pharmacy, is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education. Statements of Credit will be awarded at CE Finale based on full sessions attended and completed online evaluations. Pharmacists can earn up to 5 contact hours (0.50 CEU) one of which is a law credit, one is an Immunization Credit, and one is a Patient Safety Credit.

Please Note: Pharmacists who wish to receive credit for the presentations MUST ACCURATELY complete the registration and online evaluations within 45 days of the live program (before February 1, 2026). Participants are accountable for their own continuing education requirements for license renewal and are required to follow up with Heather.Kleven@uconn.edu to resolve a discrepancy in a timely manner. PLEASE CHECK YOUR CPE MONITOR PROFILE within 3 days of submission to ensure that your credits have been properly uploaded. Requests for exceptions will be handled on a case-by-case basis and may result in denial of credit.

Registration Fees: 50% discount for UConn faculty/preceptors

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Measure Twice, Cut Once: A Carpentry Approach to Pharmacy

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