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National Foundation for Infectious Diseases

Clinical Management of Clostridium difficile Infection (CDI)

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Overview / Abstract:
L. Clifford McDonald, MD with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Dale N. Gerding, MD with Hines Veterans Affairs Hospital will discuss the burden of Clostridium difficile Infection (CDI) and present best practices for the management of CDI, from diagnosis to treatment.

At the conclusion of the webinar, participants will be able to:
Recognize the warning signs and symptoms of CDI
Identify the strengths and weaknesses of recommended tests to confirm a diagnosis of CDI
List the best practices for treatment of patients with CDI
Discuss the use of fecal transplant in the treatment of recurring CDI

The National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians. NFID designates this enduring material for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit TM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

This webinar is supported by an unrestricted educational grant from Merck & Co., Inc. NFID policies restricts funders from controlling program content.

Expiration

Jan 15, 2016

Discipline(s)

Dental CDE, Nurse Practitioner , Nursing CNE, Physician CME

Format

Webinar / Webcast / Video

Credits / Hours

1.0

Accreditation

ACCME

Presenters / Authors / Faculty

L. Clifford McDonald, MD
Dale N. Gerding, MD

Activity Specialities / Related Topics

Wound Care, Pediatrics, Infectious Disease, Immunology / Immunosuppression, Immunizations / Vaccinations, Geriatrics / LTC, Epidemiology, Dentistry General

Keywords / Search Terms

National Foundation for Infectious Diseases National Foundation for Infectious Diseases National Foundation for Infectious Diseases C. diff, Clostridium difficile, Free CE CME Free CE CME Free CE CME

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