This module supports you to develop essential knowledge, skills, and confidence to support and manage adults with cellulitis.

This has primarily been designed for pharmacists working in community pharmacy and primary care but may also be useful for pharmacists working in other settings.

Estimated completion time: 30 minutes

Learning from this module complements content covered in the following module:

• Insect bites and stings
• Shingles

Learning objectives

After completing this module, you should be able to:

1. Identify the signs and symptoms of cellulitis and explain how to diagnose it.
2. Describe how to manage cellulitis as a prescriber, including prescribing pharmacological treatment and sharing self-management information.
3. Recognise red flag symptoms for cellulitis and be able to assess when further medical attention is needed.
4. Outline when to refer, who to refer to and how urgently to refer people with cellulitis.