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PCCN® Q & A
Designed with You in Mind
Reinforce your PCCN Exam test preparation with 200 multiple-choice questions based on the actual exam and complete rationale for each answer. Practice taking an exam and apply test-taking strategies to quickly determine which areas require further study. The answers, rationale and testable nursing actions, organized by system, follow the current 2013 PCCN Exam Blueprint.
Table of Contents
1. Introduction
2. What is PCCN?
3. Benefits of Certification
4. Eli... |
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CCRN® Exam Review (Pediatric) (DVD-ROM)
Critical care nurses are seeing patients with more severe and complex healthcare needs, which requires nurses to be more proficient and clinically competent. Nursing certification is considered the standard by which regulatory agencies and the public recognize quality nursing care.
The purpose of this review is to assist the participant in preparing for the Pediatric CCRN Exam. This course preparation will use a systems approach to review the essential aspects of nursing care in the Pediatr... |
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CCRN® Exam Review (Pediatric) (eLearning)
Critical care nurses are seeing patients with more severe and complex healthcare needs, which requires nurses to be more proficient and clinically competent. Nursing certification is considered the standard by which regulatory agencies and the public recognize quality nursing care.
The purpose of this review is to assist the participant in preparing for the Pediatric CCRN Exam. This course preparation will use a systems approach to review the essential aspects of nursing care in the Pediatr... |
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Conquering Lab Interpretation (eLearning)
No matter what your area of expertise, no field in medicine spends enough time training you for lab interpretation. Join us as we conquer the interpretation of lab findings to help you gain the clues you need to provide better care to your patients. What we understand, we can then use to set up the plan of the day, to progress the patient towards good outcomes and to predict the next step in the treatment goal. Data collection and understanding are important steps in the development of critica... |
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Conquering Lab Interpretation (DVD-ROM)
No matter what your area of expertise, no field in medicine spends enough time training you for lab interpretation. Join us as we conquer the interpretation of lab findings to help you gain the clues you need to provide better care to your patients. What we understand, we can then use to set up the plan of the day, to progress the patient towards good outcomes and to predict the next step in the treatment goal. Data collection and understanding are important steps in the development of critica... |
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Everything Cardiac (DVD-ROM)
This program provides a clinically applicable review of cardiovascular physiology and pathophysiology, cardiac assessment, cardiovascular pharmacology and interventions based on current guidelines for the most common cardiac disorders seen in clinical practice. Content includes a review of cardiac physiology that can be applied in daily practice, the physiological basis for cardiovascular drug therapy and the pathophysiology, diagnosis and guideline-based treatment strategies for heart failure... |
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Electronic Fetal Monitoring Exam Review (DVD-ROM)
This course will review the test content outline and associated competencies to prepare for the National Certification Corporation (NCC) subspecialty examination in electronic fetal monitoring (EFM). Content will include fetal heart monitoring (FHM) pattern recognition and interpretation using definitions of the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD); review of the physiology of maternal-fetal oxygenation and other factors impacting on the neuro... |
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Electronic Fetal Monitoring Exam Review (eLearning)
This course will review the test content outline and associated competencies to prepare for the National Certification Corporation (NCC) subspecialty examination in electronic fetal monitoring (EFM). Content will include fetal heart monitoring (FHM) pattern recognition and interpretation using definitions of the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD); review of the physiology of maternal-fetal oxygenation and other factors impacting on the neuro... |
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Inpatient Obstetric Nursing Exam Review (DVD-ROM)
Presented in lecture format, this course reviews topics for the National Certification Corporation (NCC) Inpatient Obstetric Nursing Exam. Elements of the exam will be discussed, followed by a review of the content. The major components include disease processes during pregnancy, fetal evaluation, application of fetal monitoring for the laboring client and postpartum and neonatal assessments. Practice questions will enable the participant to increase confidence and experience with test content... |
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Inpatient Obstetric Nursing Exam Review (eLearning)
Presented in lecture format, this course reviews topics for the National Certification Corporation (NCC) Inpatient Obstetric Nursing Exam. Elements of the exam will be discussed, followed by a review of the content. The major components include disease processes during pregnancy, fetal evaluation, application of fetal monitoring for the laboring client and postpartum and neonatal assessments. Practice questions will enable the participant to increase confidence and experience with test content... |
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Pain Management Nursing Exam Review (eLearning)
This course will prepare the nurse experienced in pain management to successfully complete the exam. The course provides information for the pain management nurse, covering each of the topics on the test plan along with information on the pathophysiology of pain transmission, pain terminology and assessment of pain interventions, including the ethical issues in pain management.
Program Learning Outcomes
This program prepares the learner to:
1. Develop an understanding of the normal pain... |
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Neonatal Intensive Care Exam Review (DVD-ROM)
This course is designed for the neonatal intensive care nurse preparing to take the certification exam. The course begins with a review of the test plan, practice requirements and test-taking strategies as well as how to avoid common mistakes and pitfalls made during study preparation and answering test questions. The remainder of the course will focus on core components of the test plan that are essential for caring for the high-risk newborn along with opportunities for the learner to practic... |
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Rapid Response: Avoiding Failure to Rescue (DVD-ROM)
This comprehensive day course will provide the bedside nurse and members of the Rapid Response Team (RRT) with the tools necessary to recognize clinical deterioration and avert failure to rescue. The course will begin with an overview of the Rapid Response System (RRS) and the subsequent development of an RRT. This is followed by an overview of the roles for the bedside caregiver and members of the RRT. Detailed scenarios will be presented that will challenge the attendee to critically think t... |
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Rapid Response: Avoiding Failure to Rescue (eLearning)
This comprehensive day course will provide the bedside nurse and members of the Rapid Response Team (RRT) with the tools necessary to recognize clinical deterioration and avert failure to rescue. The course will begin with an overview of the Rapid Response System (RRS) and the subsequent development of an RRT. This is followed by an overview of the roles for the bedside caregiver and members of the RRT. Detailed scenarios will be presented that will challenge the attendee to critically think t... |
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TCRN Exam Review (DVD-ROM)
This trauma certification review course is designed and developed to prepare nurses specializing in trauma care to take the TCRN Examination. This review course provides topics featured on the examination such as neurotrauma, chest, abdominal, extremity and wound, injury prevention and professional issues in trauma nursing. It also provides hints throughout the course on test-taking skills.
Program Learning Outcomes
This program prepares the learner to:
1. State the assessment, manageme... |
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TCRN Exam Review (eLearning)
This trauma certification review course is designed and developed to prepare nurses specializing in trauma care to take the TCRN Examination. This review course provides topics featured on the examination such as neurotrauma, chest, abdominal, extremity and wound, injury prevention and professional issues in trauma nursing. It also provides hints throughout the course on test-taking skills.
Program Learning Outcomes
This program prepares the learner to:
1. State the assessment, manageme... |
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Responding to Golden Hour Emergencies: An Interactive, Case Scenario Approach (DVD-ROM)
This course is designed for healthcare professionals who are caring for adult hospitalized patients with a time-sensitive emergency. Through the use of case scenarios, the focus is on the rapid assessment, triage and treatment of the three most time sensitive emergencies in hospitalized adults: acute coronary syndrome, stroke and sepsis. The program will address the process of moving the patient quickly through assessment, diagnosis and evidence-based treatment protocols, along with discussion... |
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Responding to Golden Hour Emergencies: An Interactive, Case Scenario Approach (eLearning)
This course is designed for healthcare professionals who are caring for adult hospitalized patients with a time-sensitive emergency. Through the use of case scenarios, the focus is on the rapid assessment, triage and treatment of the three most time sensitive emergencies in hospitalized adults: acute coronary syndrome, stroke and sepsis. The program will address the process of moving the patient quickly through assessment, diagnosis and evidence-based treatment protocols, along with discussion... |
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CPN® Exam Review (DVD-ROM)
This course is for nurses who care for pediatric patients. This course serves as a review for the Certified Pediatric Nurse (CPN®)* Exam. The CPN Exam is for the nurse who has pediatric practice experience and who demonstrates knowledge and abilities related to pediatric nursing beyond basic RN licensure.
*CPN® and the test name Certified Pediatric Nurse exam are the property of the trademark holder: the Pediatric Nursing Certification Board (PNCB). PNCB is not affiliated with MED-ED.
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CPN® Exam Review (eLearning)
This course is for nurses who care for pediatric patients. This course serves as a review for the Certified Pediatric Nurse (CPN®)* Exam. The CPN Exam is for the nurse who has pediatric practice experience and who demonstrates knowledge and abilities related to pediatric nursing beyond basic RN licensure.
*CPN® and the test name Certified Pediatric Nurse exam are the property of the trademark holder: the Pediatric Nursing Certification Board (PNCB). PNCB is not affiliated with MED-ED.
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Expanding Cultural Competencies for Transgender and Transitioning Patients
Pharmacists lack the cultural competency training and pharmacological care in the transgender community.
This course is designed to increase awareness of the importance of transgender need in healthcare and to help pharmacists increase culturally competent in treating transitioning patients, including communication strategies. |
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5th Annual Gastroenterology, Liver & Obesity Conference; Primary Care Update (Cruise)
Embark on an unforgettable experience with our Caribbean Adventure CME Cruise aboard the luxurious Celebrity Apex®. While indulging in the unparalleled luxury and amenities of the Celebrity Apex®, and savoring culinary delights from around the globe, you'll also have the opportunity to enhance your medical knowledge with the 5th Annual Gastroenterology, Liver & Obesity Conference for Primary Care and Gastroenterologists, presented in collaboration with Continuing Education Company a... |
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Exploring Advances in the Early Diagnosis and Treatment of Alzheimer Disease
STATEMENT OF NEED
Alzheimer disease, the most common form of dementia among older adults, is a slowly progressive neurogenerative disease that affects approximately 6 million Americans aged 65 and older (Rajan et al, 2021). Symptoms of Alzheimer disease include memory loss, confusion, impulsive behavior, difficulty with language, mood and personality changes, hallucinations, and increased anxiety or aggression, with severe symptoms such as physical decline, difficulty swallowing, and inabil... |
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PrEP’ing in the 2020s: Empowering PCPs to Prevent HIV
This activity is designed to empower and educate participants to offer preexposure prophylaxis (PrEP) for HIV prevention in the primary care setting. Participants will learn how to identify patients at high risk for acquiring HIV, and how to have non-biased conversations about sexual health. Through a patient-centered lens, the activity will cover implementation of PrEP services, including how to select an oral or long-acting injectable regimen based on clinical evidence and patient characteri... |
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Allies in the Race Against Time: Navigating Alzheimer's Disease with Early Detection, Therapeutic Innovations, and Patient-Centric Care " Module Three
Target Audience
This activity is designed to meet the educational needs of healthcare professionals who provide care for patients primary care clinicians including internists, family physicians, radiologists, neurologists, nurse practitioners and physician assistants
Program Overview
Alzheimer's disease (AD) is a progressive and devastating neurodegenerative disorder that affects a significant portion of the elderly population and is increasing globally. Recent advancements in diseas... |
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Allies in the Race Against Time: Navigating Alzheimer's Disease with Early Detection, Therapeutic Innovations, and Patient-Centric Care " Module Four
Target Audience
This activity is designed to meet the educational needs of healthcare professionals who provide care for patients primary care clinicians including internists, family physicians, radiologists, neurologists, nurse practitioners and physician assistants.
Program Overview
Alzheimer's disease (AD) is a progressive and devastating neurodegenerative disorder that affects a significant portion of the elderly population and is increasing globally. Recent advancements in disea... |
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Case Studies in Identifying and Addressing Intimate Partner Violence among People with HIV
The prevalence of intimate partner violence (IPV) is high among people with HIV (PWH). PWH who report IPV are more likely to have poor HIV-related health outcomes (i.e., limited retention in care and poor adherence to antiretroviral therapy), sexually transmitted infections, mental health disorders, and poor overall physical health. HIV care visits are an opportunity to assess for and address IPV and provide comprehensive support to patients who have experienced IPV. Using a combination of did... |
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A Pathway to Putting Patients First: Spotlight on TAAR1 Agonists for Treating Schizophrenia
Target Audience
This activity is designed for psychiatrists, advanced practice psychiatric nurses, and other mental health care professionals who care for patients with schizophrenia.
Program Overview
In this activity, two expert faculty members " a psychiatric nurse and a psychiatrist " will give you the opportunity to learn about unmet needs in the management of schizophrenia, including outcomes that are important to patients, the role of psychiatric nurses in schizophrenia ca... |
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Improving Processes for Primary Care Assessment and Referral to Specialty Care in Severe Asthma
Can you recognize severe asthma? Access these educational resources and tools to help you enhance assessment and diagnostic practices and introduce guideline-recommended referral processes. Then share this invaluable educational content with your team by using the downloadable slide decks and discussion guides to initiate meaningful conversations and improve interprofessional care. And to assist providers with optimizing their EMR workflows, this activity also provides you with practical guid... |
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Improving Alzheimer’s Disease Management: Updates on Patient Diagnosis and Treatment
The face of mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and Alzheimer’s disease (AD) diagnosis and management is rapidly changing. A growing understanding of AD pathophysiology has shaped research of targeted therapies and helped clinicians better understand the causes of the disease and the utility of biomarkers. Though cognitive testing is still a critical component of diagnosis, it no longer stands alone. Biomarkers are increasingly incorporated into practice to aid in diagnosis of MCI and AD and to ... |
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SRU 31st Annual Meeting (Streaming Online & USB Flash Drive)
The Society of Radiologists in Ultrasound (SRU) has promoted the science, practice and teaching of sonography for over three decades. Its 31st Annual Meeting, features nearly eighty expert faculty members providing a detailed update and review of all facets of ultrasound. As such, this activity is an essential resource for all that are interested in this constantly evolving modality. Its content will help radiologists maintain their leadership in clinical ultrasound imaging, by providing ins... |
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12th Annual Essentials in Primary Care Winter Conference
Continuing Education Company has been organizing its Primary Care Conference Series for over 30 years. The 12th Annual Essentials in Primary Care Winter Conference is designed to update primary care clinicians in rapidly changing therapeutic areas. The emphasis is on practical and useful information for clinical practice. Join us this February when we hold the 12th Annual Essentials in Primary Care Winter Conference in Naples, a charming resort city in southwest Florida.
Program Objectiv... |
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Nitrous Oxide Review with OSHA Focus: Clinical Guidelines & Workplace Safety
4 CEs Nitrous Oxide sedation is a safe and effective way to manage patient anxiety and pain. This course is a comprehensive review of the history of nitrous oxide, chemical & physical properties, the clinical administration of N20, patient selection criteria--and more. And the course includes the most current OSHA guidelines for workplace safety and methods to minimize exposure for dental clinicians. Suitable for all members of the dental team for license renewal. Calif RP#5100. AGD PAC... |
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WEBINAR BUNDLE: Mental Health for the Pharmacy Workforce Bundle
The Mental Health for the Pharmacy Workforce Bundle, originally presented at the ACA | ACVP | PPHI Annual Conference & Expo, offers an invaluable opportunity for pharmacists and pharmacy technicians to earn up to 2 hours of continuing education credits focused on Mental Health. This bundle is designed to address critical issues facing healthcare professionals today, including addiction, depression, burnout, and the overarching need for resilience and self-care in the medical field. Through... |
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WEBINAR BUNDLE: ACA New Member Bundle
The ACA New Member Bundle presents an excellent opportunity for both new and seasoned pharmacists and pharmacy technicians to advance their professional skills and earn continuing education credits. Accredited for 3.0 contact hours (0.3 CEUs), the bundle includes three insightful modules, each providing 1 CE credit.
Webinar 1: Opportunities in Wellness: Integrating Advanced Point of Sale Functional Testing in Community Pharmacy - Hillary Howell, PharmD, CCN, FACA; 1 CE
Webinar 2: Long Wa... |
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WEBINAR: Neurology and Opportunities for Compounding
Earn 1.5 continuing education credits while exploring innovative compounding techniques and their applications in neurological care. This session will cover various neurological conditions and the compounding solutions that can be tailored to meet individual patient needs, offering an in-depth understanding of personalized medicine in neurology.
Register below and contribute to better healthcare delivery by mastering new compounding strategies in neurology! |
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WEBINAR BUNDLE: Nutritional Pharmacy Bundle
The Nutritional Pharmacy bundle covers a wide range of topics related to nutrition and dietary supplements, from basic principles to advanced clinical applications. This ensures a thorough understanding of how nutrition impacts health outcomes and complements pharmacy practice.
All courses within the bundle are based on current scientific evidence and guidelines. This ensures that the information acquired is accurate, relevant, and up-to-date with the latest research findings in nutritional... |
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WEBINAR: You Need to Treat What? Meeting the Unique Pharmacy Needs of Zoo Animals
Earn 1-hour of continuing education credit when you purchase the informative webinar, "You Need to Treat What? Meeting the Unique Pharmacy Needs of Zoo Animals," presented by veterinarian Ryan Colburn, DVM. This specialized webinar offers a deep dive into the atypical and often challenging medical treatments required by zoo animals, ranging from small exotic species to large mammals.
Participants will learn about the complexities of dosing regimens, the selection of appropriate ... |
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Advances in Neurostimulation for Managing Chronic Post-Amputation Pain
Everything about chronic post-amputation pain (CPAP) is complex: from its disparate pathophysiological mechanisms to complex treatment approaches. Join leading pain management expert, Leonardo Kapural, MD, PhD, and vascular surgeon, Billy Kim, MD, FACS, as they discuss the management of CPAP complexities and insufficiencies of the current therapeutic landscape, as well as emerging evidence on novel devices in this series of videos. |
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Highlights of the 2023 EULAR Guideline Updates in SLE- What you need to know!
This educational program will review the latest updates to the European Alliance of Associations for Rheumatology (EULAR) guidelines for the treatment of SLE and lupus nephritis (LN). Dr. Eric Morand highlights the most important changes to the guidelines and gives key insights into actionable changes that impact individualized patient care. |
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Physical Assessment - A Certificate Training Workshop for Pharmacy Practitioners
As pharmacists expand their scope of practice under
new legislation (SB493), physical assessment is a key
skill necessary for advanced practice. This 21 hour
course will prepare the pharmacist to obtain a
history and perform a basic physical examination
that will enable them to assess and monitor drug
therapy. The course will employ written materials,
videos, lectures, demonstrations and hands on
practice and feedback
Objectives for Pharmacists
At the conclusion of the course the p... |
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13th Annual Primary Care Winter Conference
Nestled at the historic Pu‘u Keka‘a, Black Rock, the Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa embodies the essence of Ka'anapali's legend. Set amidst 23 acres of lush tropical gardens, with 83 percent of its 508 rooms and suites offering breathtaking ocean views, this resort epitomizes luxury in a laid-back setting. As healthcare professionals convene for the 13th Annual Primary Care Winter Conference, they'll find themselves immersed in cutting-edge medical education amidst Maui'... |
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Clinical Questions in Cardiology: Using Glucagon-like Peptite-1 Receptor Agonists
The glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist (GLP-1RA) class of medications has become an important option for treating patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2D). Cardiovascular outcome trials also show that selected GLP-1RAs exert beneficial cardiovascular benefits in patients with and without T2D. In this activity, case studies commonly encountered in cardiology practice are utilized to prompt reflection on opportunities for reducing cardiovascular risk. Drawing on seminal research and th... |
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Seeking Control for Moderate-to-Severe Asthma: The Underestimated Impact of Comorbidities Along the Lifespan
Target Audience
The primary target audience for this activity are pulmonologists, allergists/immunologists, and specialty advanced practice providers (NPs and PAs). The secondary audience for this activity are primary care physicians, and general practice NPs and PAs.
Program Overview
Severe uncontrolled asthma leads to multiple negative health and socioeconomic effects. Asthma is also associated with comorbid conditions, some driven by shared type 2 inflammatory pathophysiology, includin... |
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Nurses Light the Path: Empowering Patients to Improve Breast Cancer Screening and Clinical Trial Representation
Target Audience
The primary target audience for this activity is Oncology Nursing Professionals (APRN, NP, RN).
Program Overview
For women with breast cancer and those at risk, disparities in screening and clinical-trial enrollment exist, particularly among racial and ethnic minority populations. Awareness of these disparities can ensure timely screening practices and help address patient fears and concerns regarding clinical trials that inhibit diverse representation in research. Younger... |
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Clearing a Path in Chronic Rhinosinusitis With Nasal Polyps: Closing Gaps in Diagnosis and Treatment
As many as half of patients with CRSwNP suffer from uncontrolled symptoms on a daily basis, all of which have a negative impact on both physical and mental health. Effective biological and surgical therapies for CRSwNP are becoming increasingly available and best practices for their use as well as placement within management algorithms are constantly evolving. Clearing a Path in Chronic Rhinosinusitis With Nasal Polyps: Closing Gaps in Diagnosis and Treatment is a multimedia, CME Circuit Train... |
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Addressing Key Questions About BCMA-Targeted Therapy for Relapsed/Refractory Multiple Myeloma
ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION
Though treatment advances have improved outcomes for most patients, MM remains an incurable disease characterized by continuous relapse. However, the treatment landscape for relapsed/refractory MM (RRMM) has expanded in recent years, and patients who relapse and/or become refractory to initial therapies are benefiting from the increasing availability of a diverse range of novel agents, including B-cell maturation antigen (BCMA)"targeted immunotherapies. These agents ... |
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Recent Advances in the Treatment and Management of Endometrial Cancer
This live activity is designed for oncologists, obstetrics & gynecologists, primary care physicians, nurses and pharmacists engaged in the care of patients with endometrial cancer. This activity will represent a thorough team approach to patient care.
Further, this activity will address the following needs:
Clinicians require a review of risk factors and symptoms of endometrial cancer, as well as appropriate management of patients.
Clinicians need further education regarding new and... |
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Navigating Novel Terrain in Vitiligo Management: A Practical, Patient-Centric Review
Target Audience
This educational activity is targeted to Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) " Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners " who practice in community settings.
Program Overview
This online activity will provide Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) " Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners " with a comprehensive overview of vitiligo, emphasizing pathogenic mechanisms, patient burden, and emerging treatment approaches.
Learning Objectives
Upon com... |
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Unmasking Multiple Myeloma and Its Precursor Conditions in Primary Care
For multiple myeloma (MM) patients to receive the most appropriate care, a quick and accurate diagnosis is paramount. This is especially the case for Black patients, as diagnosis has historically been slower in Black patients"even though MM is twice as common in Black Americans than in White Americans. Additionally, MM precursor conditions such as monoclonal gammopathy of undetermined significance are seen more frequently in Black Americans than in White Americans. Primary care providers ... |