Exploring Novel Treatments for Rett Syndrome
STATEMENT OF NEED
Rett syndrome is a rare, debilitating neurodevelopmental disorder almost always associated with a spontaneous mutation in the methyl-CpG-binding protein 2 (MECP2) gene on the X-chromosome. Affected individuals experience loss of purposeful hand skills, abnormalities in gait, loss of spoken language, and stereotypic hand movements, with more severe manifestations including seizures, autistic features, autonomic nervous system dysfunction, breathing abnormalities, sleep dist... |
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The IMPACT Initiative Learning Center: Ultrasound Basics
Target Audience
This activity is intended for neurologists, physiatrists, orthopedic surgeons, residents, fellows, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, physical therapists, and occupational therapists who manage patients with spasticity and movement disorders.
Program Overview
This activity provides an overview of how to identify muscles/other structures with ultrasound and procedural guidance for botulinum neurotoxin injections, including scanning tips and guidance techniques f... |
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The IMPACT Initiative Learning Center: Head and Neck Including the Salivary Gland
Target Audience
This activity is intended for neurologists, physiatrists, orthopedic surgeons, residents, fellows, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, physical therapists, and occupational therapists who manage patients with spasticity and movement disorders.
Program Overview
This activity provides an update on using ultrasound guidance to optimize procedural guidance for head and neck botulinum neurotoxin (BoNT) injection including ultrasound pattern recognition, scanning tips... |
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The IMPACT Initiative Learning Center: Shoulder and Arm
Target Audience
This activity is intended for neurologists, physiatrists, orthopedic surgeons, residents, fellows, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, physical therapists, and occupational therapists who manage patients with spasticity and movement disorders.
Program Overview
This activity reviews utilization of ultrasound guidance for optimizing botulinum neurotoxin (BoNT) injections in the shoulder girdle region including pattern recognition, scanning tips, and needle guidanc... |
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The IMPACT Initiative Learning Center: Hip Girdle and Thigh
Target Audience
This activity is intended for neurologists, physiatrists, orthopedic surgeons, residents, fellows, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, physical therapists, and occupational therapists who manage patients with spasticity and movement disorders.
Program Overview
This activity reviews use of ultrasound guidance for optimizing botulinum neurotoxin injections in the hip girdle region including pattern recognition, scanning tips, and needle guidance technique.
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The IMPACT Initiative Learning Center: Lower Limb/leg and Calf Region
Target Audience
This activity is intended for neurologists, physiatrists, orthopedic surgeons, residents, fellows, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, physical therapists, and occupational therapists who manage patients with spasticity and movement disorders.
Program Overview
This activity reviews use of ultrasound guidance for optimizing botulinum neurotoxin injections in the leg and calf region including pattern recognition, scanning tips, and needle guidance techniques
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The IMPACT Initiative Learning Center: Forearm and Hand
Target Audience
This activity is intended for neurologists, physiatrists, orthopedic surgeons, residents, fellows, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, physical therapists, and occupational therapists who manage patients with spasticity and movement disorders.
Program Overview
This activity reviews use of ultrasound guidance for optimizing botulinum neurotoxin injections in the forearm and hand including pattern recognition, scanning tips, and needle guidance techniques.
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CCRN® Exam Review (Adult) (eLearning)
This two-day course provides the critical care nurse with a review of AACN’s 2020 core curriculum. The agenda combines central knowledge-based lectures for nurses working in the ICU with an essential review of nursing care and interventions according to the AACN exam blueprint for the critical care provider. This review is not an introduction to the ICU, but a comprehensive update for the professional at the bedside and preparing for the certification examination.
Program Learning Outcom... |
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Neonatal Intensive Care Exam Review (eLearning)
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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CNRN® Q & A
Designed with You in Mind
Reinforce your CNRN 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 CNRN Exam Blueprint.
Table of Contents
1. Introduction
2. What is CNRN?
3. Benefits of Certification
4. Eligibil... |
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Medical Surgical Q & A
Designed with You in Mind
Reinforce your Medical-Surgical Nursing 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 and rationale, organized by system, follow ANCC and MSNCB exam blueprint.
Table of Contents
1. Introduction
2. What is Medical-Surgical Nursing?
3. Benefits of Certification
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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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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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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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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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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.
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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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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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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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Recognizing the Substantial Burden of Alopecia in Pediatric Patients and Building Multidisciplinary Capacity and Competence to Address Unmet Needs
Hair loss can have a profound psychological impact, especially on adolescents who may face social stigma or have self-esteem issues. Accurate diagnosis and appropriate management in this patient population can improve not only physical symptoms but also mental well-being.
If you’re a clinician who treats alopecia areata (AA) in pediatric patients, take your skills to the next level by accessing ACHL’s AdaptED® platform, which offers a tailored learning experience for busy clinicians, ... |
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19th Annual Primary Care Spring Conference Session 1
Escape to the sun-drenched shores of Palm Coast, Florida, this spring for the 19th Annual Primary Care Spring Conference, hosted at the luxurious Hammock Beach Resort. Held in two sessions, this conference offers primary care clinicians a unique opportunity to enhance their medical knowledge while basking in the warm coastal ambiance. Discover cutting-edge clinical insights amidst the resort's stunning ocean views and indulge in world-class amenities, including a sprawling water park, cha... |
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19th Annual Primary Care Spring Conference Session 2
Escape to the sun-drenched shores of Palm Coast, Florida, this spring for the 19th Annual Primary Care Spring Conference, hosted at the luxurious Hammock Beach Resort. Held in two sessions, this conference offers primary care clinicians a unique opportunity to enhance their medical knowledge while basking in the warm coastal ambiance. Discover cutting-edge clinical insights amidst the resort's stunning ocean views and indulge in world-class amenities, including a sprawling water park, cha... |
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10th Annual Diabetes, Obesity & Metabolic Disease Conference
Presented by Continuing Education Company for over 30 years, our Primary Care CME Conference Series is designed to update primary care clinicians in rapidly changing therapeutic areas. This year, CEC is pleased to host the 10th Annual Diabetes, Obesity, & Metabolic Disease Conference to be held in San Diego, California at the Westin San Diego Gaslamp Quarter on April 25-27, 2025.
Program Objectives
As a result of this conference, participants will be able to:
Diagnose and identify ... |
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Update in Food Allergy Management
Target Audience
This activity has been designed to address the educational needs of pediatric nurse practitioners, pediatricians, and allergists. It may also benefit other clinicians interested in the management of food allergy (FA).
Program Overview
New insights into the immunopathology of FA have led to development of cautious use of controlled exposure to food allergens through allergen immunotherapy and emerging use of monoclonal antibody therapy to interfere with the synthesis of imm... |
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Updates on the Evolving Role of Multidisciplinary Care Teams for the Management of Patients with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
Target Audience
These educational activities are designed for neurologists, pediatric neurologists, global pharmacists, specialty nurses, genetic counselors, medical geneticists, and other physicians involved in multidisciplinary care teams for DMD management.
Program Overview
This enduring activity focuses on improving the care of patients with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) with regard to effective diagnosis, referral, and treatment. Additionally, the faculty will aim to present stan... |
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Exploring New Treatment Advances for Acid Sphingomyelinase Deficiency in Adults
STATEMENT OF NEED
Acid sphingomyelinase deficiency (ASMD) is a rare, hereditary lysosomal storage disease with multisystemic manifestations, including splenomegaly, hepatomegaly, interstitial lung disease, dyslipidemia, bone marrow and lymph node involvement, and sometimes neurological and peripheral nerve involvement. While the most severe form of ASMD, infantile neurovisceral ASMD, results in death in early childhood, chronic forms of ASMD have more prolonged survival but are associated w... |
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Case Studies in Multiple Sclerosis and Aging
• Identify the clinical difference between age-related/neurodegenerative cognitive decline and MS-related cognitive impairment.
• Discuss the role of potential biomarkers in identifying coexisting neurodegenerative disorders.
• Explain why it is important for the care team to address comorbid vascular risk factors for cognitive decline, including lifestyle modification and healthy behaviors
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Current Standards and New Directions in the Treatment of Acquired Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura
STATEMENT OF NEED
Acquired thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (aTTP) is a rare, life-threatening thrombotic microangiopathy with a rapid onset and progression and a mortality rate of 10% to 20% with prompt treatment. Onset of aTTP is characterized by severe thrombocytopenia, microangiopathic hemolytic anemia, and a constellation of associated symptoms including hemorrhage, neurologic and renal manifestations, cardiac abnormalities, and mesenteric ischemia (Joly et al, 2017). Survivors of f... |