The Strategic National Stockpile Program & Closed Point of Dispensing

Course Description:

This online course introduces specific topics and outlines criteria related to the operations of a closed point of dispensing (POD). This course was originally developed for the Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) for individuals who are interested in or may be working in a closed POD facility. The course is separated into two modules: Module 1 provides an overview of the Strategic National Stockpile program and describes the purpose and setup of PODs, including closed PODs. Module 2 reviews potential agents that would warrant the opening of a closed POD, the proper algorithms for treatment of these agents, and demonstrates the closed POD dispensing model for the MSDH. The information provided in these modules is designed to help learners identify gaps and planning needs in their organization’s preparedness planning.

Target Audience

Individuals who are interested in or may be working in a closed POD facility

Learning Objectives

Module 1:

  • Describe the main components of the Strategic National Stockpile program
  • Describe the role of the Strategic National Stockpile (SNS) in a POD
  •  Describe how closed PODs fit into preparedness planning
  • Identify the general structure and operations of a closed POD
  • Identify gaps in your organization's preparedness planning

Module 2:

  • Differentiate between Anthrax, Plague, and Tularemia
  • Compare and contrast MSDH standing orders for antibiotic post exposure prophylaxis to Anthrax, Plague, or Tularemia
  • Navigate algorithms for antibiotic post exposure prophylaxis to Anthrax, Plague, or Tularemia
  • Use patient scenarios to demonstrate the ability to navigate algorithms
Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 2.00 Participation/CE
    Tulane Professional and Continuing Education (PaCE) awards 2.00 hour(s) of credit for completing The Strategic National Stockpile Program & Closed Point of Dispensing
Course opens: 
10/20/2021
Course expires: 
01/01/2040
Cost:
$0.00
Rating: 
0

Instructors:

Andrew Rucks
Andrew Rucks, MBA, PhD
Professor, Health Care Organization and Policy,
School of Public Health, University of Alabama of Birmingham

Julia Woods
Julia Woods, PharmD
Pharmacist Consultant
Office of Emergency Planning and Response
Mississippi State Department of Health

Available Credit

  • 2.00 Participation/CE
    Tulane Professional and Continuing Education (PaCE) awards 2.00 hour(s) of credit for completing The Strategic National Stockpile Program & Closed Point of Dispensing

Price

Cost:
$0.00
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Required Hardware/software

System Settings 
This course is designed to work most effectively if your computer and internet connection meet certain minimal requirements. This course can be accessed using a Windows 10 PC or a Mac with High Sierra1, Mojave, or Catalina. Pop-up blockers should be disabled when viewing the course. Internet Explorer 11 (for Windows 10), or the current version of Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, or Apple Safari (for Windows 10 and or Mac) is required. Many of our courses require Java and JavaScript enabled. 

Links to External Websites   
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Internet Connection Speed 
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