Pneumonia Management in Critical Care
Self-paced
2 CEUs
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Full course description
$25
Self-Paced
2 CE Hours
Course Overview
Stay current on the latest clinical guidelines and best practices for managing pneumonia in adult patients. This expert-led course delivers in-depth, actionable insights into diagnosis, antimicrobial therapy, and evidence-based interventions for community-acquired pneumonia (CAP), hospital-acquired pneumonia (HAP), and ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP). Whether you’re managing complex patients or refreshing your skillset, this course helps you build confidence and competence in pneumonia treatment across care settings.
Through real-world case studies and expert instruction from Creighton University faculty, you’ll gain the knowledge and confidence to make timely, evidence-based decisions in high-acuity settings.
Who Should Enroll
This non-credit course is ideal for registered pharmacists, PharmD graduates preparing for the workforce or residency, post-graduate residency candidates, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and other clinicians working in critical care setting or healthcare professionals seeking CE or skill refinement.
Course Instructor
Mark A. Malesker, PharmD, FCCP, FCCP, FCCM, FASHP, BCPS
Professor, Creighton University
Veteran critical care educator and published researcher with deep expertise in ICU pharmacology and cardiopulmonary disorders.
What You’ll Learn
By completing this course, you will be able to:
- Apply current guideline-based protocols for CAP, HAP, and VAP treatment.
- Select appropriate empiric and targeted antibiotics for different pneumonia types.
- Use diagnostics (e.g., imaging, biomarkers, PSI, CURB-65) to assess severity and guide therapy.
- Make informed decisions on ICU admission, IV-to-oral transitions, and treatment duration.
FAQ
What are the benefits of completing this course?
With pneumonia remaining a leading cause of hospitalization and mortality—especially among vulnerable populations—your role in early recognition and effective treatment is critical. Gain practical tools to diagnose, treat, and manage pneumonia confidently—improving outcomes across inpatient and ICU settings.
This module is part of the Advanced Critical Care Therapeutics Certificate. It can be taken individually or stacked with other modules to earn the certificate.
How long does it take to complete?
Modules are self-paced and designed for flexible learning. Most take 1-2 hours to complete.
How is the course structured?
Each course includes video lectures, case-based learning, interactive assessments, and downloadable tools—designed for online, asynchronous learning.
Can I earn Continuing Education Credits?
Yes, you need to complete the entire program to receive credit. To receive credit, you will need to receive 75% on the quiz and case study at the end of the module. Upon successful completion of the module, and completion of the evaluation, a certificate will be available for you to print. You will have three attempts to complete each quiz.
Category 1 Creighton University Health Sciences Continuing Education designates this enduring material for a maximum of 2.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
AAPA accepts AMA category 1 credit for the PRA from organizations accredited by ACCME.
Nursing CE Creighton University Health Sciences Continuing Education designates this activity for 2.0 contact hours for nurses. Nurses should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Pharmacy Credit Creighton University Health Sciences Continuing Education (HSCE) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) as a provider of continuing pharmacy education. This enduring material, Pneumonia Management in Critical Care is accredited for 2.0 hour(s) for completion of all CE sessions. Term of approval is from this date on September 15, 2025 until September 15, 2028. Pneumonia Management in Critical Care is a knowledge-based CE activity.
Accreditation Statement
In support of improving patient care, Creighton University Health Sciences Continuing Education (HSCE) is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
Do you offer tuition assistance?
We do not offer tuition assistance for lifelong learning courses or certificates. However, Creighton alumni, faculty, staff and eligible partner employees, along with their spouses and dependents, may qualify for a 15% discount. One discount per offering. Other restrictions may apply. Learn more.