Immunization Handbook for Pharmacists, 4th Edition (eBook)

As policies and laws related to vaccination change, pharmacists have increased opportunities to educate and vaccinate persons in their community. And with changes in available vaccines, immunization schedules, and dosing and administration recommendations, immunizing pharmacists have a responsibility to stay informed. This fourth edition of Immunization Handbook for Pharmacists (previously titled APhA’s Immunization Handbook) provides practical and timely updates for pharmacists and pharmacy staff who are involved in pharmacy-based immunization services. Updated throughout, the 20 chapters present a step-by-step process for developing and implementing immunization services. KEY FEATURES
•Guidelines, tips, and resources for building and sustaining a successful immunization practice and increasing vaccination rates
•Practical advice for pharmacists, pharmacy managers and owners, pharmacy technicians, and student pharmacists involved in vaccine administration
•Details on service implementation, including workflow models and standing orders
•Revised storage, handling, and administration guidance
•Modified billing information, codes, and resources
•Vaccine safety, prevention of errors, and adverse event management
•Complete product information on most of the vaccines licensed in the United States
•New questions and answers from the Immunization Action Coalition’s “Ask the Experts” forum TABLE OF CONTENTS:

Guide to Tables and Figures
Preface
Program Development and Management
1.Immunization Advocacy—Guidelines, Resources, and Tips
2.Active Involvement as an Immunization and Public Health Provider
3.Staying Informed
4.Vaccine Supplies, Preparation, and Administration
5.Vaccine Storage and Handling
6.Creating Standing Orders and Protocols
7.Billing for the Vaccine Product and Administration
8.Record Keeping and Documentation
9.Marketing Immunization Services
10.Vaccine Reminder and Recall Systems
11.Roles for Technicians and Student Pharmacists
Immunization Service and Delivery Options
12.Delivery and Workflow Models for Immunization Services
13.Vaccine Delivery in Off-Site Clinics
14.Travel Health and Vaccination Clinics
Safety Measures
15.Prevention and Management of Adverse Events and Vaccine Errors
16.Recommendations for Immunocompromising and High-Risk Conditions
17.Infection Control in the Pharmacy Setting
Immunization and Vaccine Product Information
18.Frequently Asked Questions about Immunizations
19.Vaccine Product Information
20.Immunization Schedules
Index