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Is It Atrial Fibrillation? Navigating Uncertainties on When and Whom to Screen in the Primary Care Setting
Atrial fibrillation (AF) is often asymptomatic making it difficult to detect and diagnose. Unfortunately, for many patients, a diagnosis of AF only follows a hospitalization for an acute event. Both targeted screening and opportunistic screening in the primary care setting can increase the rate of detection of new cases of AF, but are you current with the latest evidence? If you're a puzzle enthusiast, dive into this unique educational experience with CrossMED™! This engaging activity c... |
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Nonspecific Symptoms in Primary Care: Can You Diagnose These Patients?
When your patient presents with nonspecific symptoms such as shortness of breath, fatigue, and dizziness, could it be an indication of a more serious disease? Put your skills to the test! In just 15 minutes, navigate through real-world cases to see if you can correctly diagnose each patient. Diagnostic conclusions are revealed after reviewing all cases. Hear faculty insights on the implications of learner decisions along with rationales for appropriate next steps to aid in making a final diagn... |
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Management of Venous Thromboembolism in Hospitalized Patients With Cancer
STATEMENT OF NEED
Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is a common and potentially deadly complication in patients with cancer, and hospitalized cancer patients are at an increased risk for both first-time and recurrent VTE. The National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) recommends VTE prophylaxis for all hospitalized cancer patients. Therefore, it is crucial for oncology nurses to be aware of risk factors, prevention, signs and symptoms, diagnosis, and management of VTE. This activity will discu... |
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Management of Venous Thromboembolism in Hospitalized Patients With Cancer
TATEMENT OF NEED
Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is a common and potentially deadly complication in patients with cancer, and hospitalized cancer patients are at an increased risk for both first-time and recurrent VTE. The National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) recommends VTE prophylaxis for all hospitalized cancer patients. Therefore, it is crucial for oncology nurses to be aware of risk factors, prevention, signs and symptoms, diagnosis, and management of VTE. This activity will discuss ... |
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