Psoriasis in Community Pharmacy: Recognition, Assessment & Referral Guidance
Learn to recognize, assess, and manage psoriasis in community pharmacy, differentiate it from similar conditions, and identify when to refer patients for medical care.
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- Completed Videos lesson - 0 / 3
- Assessment - 0 / 5 questions
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- Date created: August 2025
- Date reviewed: July 2026
Course content
3 Video lesson • 0 Detailed lesson • 5 Questions
Understanding Psoriasis in Pharmacy Practice
Explore the causes, clinical features, and pharmacist’s role in managing psoriasis, a chronic inflammatory skin condition affecting up to 90% of patients as plaque psoriasis.
Differential Diagnosis of Psoriasis
Learn to distinguish psoriasis from similar skin conditions like eczema, tinea, and seborrheic dermatitis to support accurate assessment and timely pharmacist referral.
Assessment & Management in Pharmacy Practice
Learn how to assess psoriasis severity, identify red flags for referral, and support management of mild cases with topical therapies and patient education in the pharmacy setting.
Assessment
Test your knowledge with a short quiz on psoriasis recognition, treatment options, patient counseling, and referral criteria to reinforce learning and support safe, effective pharmacy practice.
Evaluation
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