CPD – Pause for reflection

What are topical corticosteroids - Learning Outcome 1

Ask yourself the following questions and record your reflections.

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Estimated completion time: 15 minutes

	List the actions of topical corticosteroids?
	Identify the relevance of topical corticosteroid potency?
	How can formulation change potency?
	Describe the potential side effects of topical corticosteroids?
	Demonstrate through clinical practice how you will educate patients on understanding why topical corticosteroids are recommended for their treatment and how side effects can be avoided?
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