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Endemic Mycoses in Wisconsin: An Update on Treatment and the Role of the Pharmacist
Provided by: Pharmacy Society of Wisconsin
To provide an update on the treatment of mycoses endemic to Wisconsin and review Infectious Diseases Society of America.... |
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Drop Foot
Provided by: American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
After completing this CME module, participants will be able to
1. Discuss the pathophysiology and incidence of drop foot.
2. Describe the various neurologic and musculotendinous etiologies of drop foot.
3. Recognize the typical clinical presentation of patients with drop foot.
4. Identify and describe imaging studies and other tes... |
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Acute Renal Failure Part 2
Provided by: CMElectures
Alan B. Schwartz, MD, is professor of medicine at Drexel University College of Medicine where he is also director of continuing medical education. Here, he discusses the diagnosis of acute renal failure associated with oliguria and nonoliguric conditions. He emphasizes the value of urinalysis and reviews the pathogenesis of acute tubular necrosis .... |
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AAOS Guidelines: Treatment of Osteoarthritis of the Knee (nonarthroplasty)
Provided by: American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
After completing this CME module, participants will be able to
1. Apply the guidelines when treating a patient with osteoarthritis of the knee.
2. Evaluate evidence regarding nonoperative treatment protocols for care of the patient with osteoarthritis of the knee.
3. Understand evidence-based medicine and how the AAOS guideline develo... |
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Evaluation and Surgical Treatment of the Cavus Foot Deformity
Provided by: American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
After completing this CME module, participants will be able to
1. Discuss the pathophysiology and causes of cavus foot deformity in children.
2. Describe the typical clinical presentation of patients with cavus foot deformity, including symptoms and common physical examination findings.
3. Conduct an appropriate history and physical e... |
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Sonographic Assessment of the Umbilical Cord
Provided by: Institute for Advanced Medical Education
Target Audience: Physicians, sonographers and others who perform and/or interpret obstetrical ultrasound.
System requirements: In order to complete this program you must have a computer with a recent version of Internet Explorer or Netscape, and a printer, which is configured to print from the browser.
For any questions or problems concerning... |
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Stroke: ICU Care and Potential Complications
Provided by: Wild Iris Medical Education
Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:
* Discuss neurological assessment and diagnosis of complications in stroke patients
* Recognize common medical complications of acute stroke
* Explain the causes of these complications
* List recommended medical and nursing responses to these complications... |
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SET 3-Volume MRI of the Female Pelvis Series
Provided by: PROSCAN Imaging Education Foundation
The Master's Series features Dr. Stephen J. Pomeranz's most advanced lectures on diagnostic imaging to date. These intense and detailed presentations will focus on the topics of orthopaedic, neurologic, and body imaging. Each title in the series will examine subjects such as subtle interpretative techniques, anatomic detail, mastery of key technica... |
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Mindfulness in a Therapeutic Environment - Online CE Course for Massage Therapists, Licensed Professional Counselors and all interested parties
Provided by: Ariana Institute
* This online continuing education course, Mindfulness in a Therapeutic Environment, is designed for Licensed Massage Therapists and Licensed Professional Counselors.
* Mindfulness has been described as a process of bringing a certain quality of attention to moment-by-moment experience. * The practice of mindfulness is a technique to help you cop... |
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Cardiovascular Benefits of Aggressive Cholesterol-Lowering Therapy
Provided by: Impact Education, LLC
Purpose Statement
A 10-year follow up of the original Lipid Treatment Assessment Project (L-TAP) survey was recently published. Overall, 73% of patients reached their LDL-C goal; in high-risk patients, the rate was 67%. Despite this improvement, in high-risk patients (i.e., CHD plus ≥2 major risk factors such as diabetes, hypertension, and smoki... |
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MRI of Knee The Menisci -Another Look
Provided by: PROSCAN Imaging Education Foundation
The ProScan Imaging Education Foundation's all-new Professional MRI Series provides a comprehensive educational program that encompasses a broad survey of up-to-date radiological knowledge in the neurological and musculoskeletal realms. Lectures address in-depth discussions of neuroradiology of the brain, spine, head and neck, and pediatric imaging... |
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Immunology Review I: Cells of the Immune System
Provided by: Projects In Knowledge, Inc.
Activity Goal
The goal of this CME/CE program is to address the clinicians' needs in assessing the role of the immune system in the underlying pathophysiology of common dermatologic conditions, current strategies for immunomodulation, and novel therapeutic strategies in the management of dermatologic conditions.
Target Audience
This CME/CE pro... |
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HIV/AIDS for Washington Healthcare Professionals (7 CH)
Provided by: Wild Iris Medical Education
Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:
* Trace the etiology and epidemiology of HIV in Washington State and worldwide.
* Name the factors affecting risk for transmission of HIV in general and among healthcare workers in particular.
* Discuss accepted procedures for HIV testing and post-test counseling.
* Describe the clinical ma... |
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First/Second/Third Trimester Ultrasound (SAM)
Provided by: American Roentgen Ray Society
ARRS Web lecture series brings presentations by the best educators in the field to your desktop, available for viewing at home or office and on your schedule. This Web Lecture includes 2 lectures with an estimated time to complete the activity of 1.5 hours.... |
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Pain Management in the ICU: Essentials for the Intensivist
Provided by: American College of Chest Physicians
Objectives:
* Update your knowledge and understanding of pulmonary medicine topics.
* Update your knowledge and understanding of critical care medicine topics.
* Update your knowledge and understanding of sleep medicine topics.
* Learn clinically useful practice procedures.
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Advanced Quality Measurement
Provided by: CMElectures
David B. Nash, MD, MBA, the Founding Dean of the Jefferson School of Population Health on the campus of Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Nash is also the Dr. Raymond C. and Doris N. Grandon Professor of Health Policy Here, he discusses the main cultural barriers to quality in medical practice and how they can be overco... |
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Molecular Imaging of Alzheimer's Disease
Provided by: SNM Advancing Molecular Imaging and Therapy
Molecular Imaging of Alzheimer's Disease... |
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Radiation Characterization and Quantities (CA Scope: R)
Provided by: SNM Advancing Molecular Imaging and Therapy
Radiation Characterization and Quantities (CA Scope: R) ... |
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Interactive Teaching File
Provided by: PROSCAN Imaging Education Foundation
Participants who complete this activity should become more adept at recognizing the intricate relationships of normal anatomy; expand the breadth and scope of their knowledge base and enhance their diagnostic skills, speed and acumen; and acquire expertise in MRI interpretation through case reading, resulting in practice improvement and better pati... |
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A Comprehensive Nursing Approach In Management of COPD
Provided by: Biologix Solutions, LLC
Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:
Summarize chronic bronchitis, emphysema, asthma and bronchiectasis.
Define the normal control of ventilation in order to identify abnormal pathologies like hypoxic drive and CO2 narcosis.
Differentiate auscultation of adventitious and vesicular breath sounds.
Define normal ventilation / pe... |
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Spondylolysis and Spondylolisthesis in Adolescents and Children
Provided by: American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
After completing this CME module, participants will be able to
1. Describe the prevalence and natural history of spondylolysis and spondylolisthesis in adolescents and children.
2. Classify the different types of spondylolisthesis using the Wiltse system.
3. Recognize typical signs/symptoms of spondylolysis and spondylolisthesis from ... |
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MRI of Osseous Masses & Lesions Principles of Assessment, Part II
Provided by: PROSCAN Imaging Education Foundation
The ProScan Imaging Education Foundation's all-new Professional MRI Series provides a comprehensive educational program that encompasses a broad survey of up-to-date radiological knowledge in the neurological and musculoskeletal realms. Lectures address in-depth discussions of neuroradiology of the brain, spine, head and neck, and pediatric imaging... |
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Implementation of a Rapid Whole Blood D-Dimer Test in the Emergency Department of an Urban Academic Medical Center: Impact on ED Length of Stay and Ancillary Test Utilization
Provided by: American Society for Clinical Pathology
Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to:
* describe how D-dimer testing should be used in the evaluation of venous thromboembolic disease.
* discuss how point-of care testing (POCT) can be used to improve the efficiency of emergency department (ED) operations.
* list POCT assays that have been documented to reduce ED length ... |
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Case 3: A 46-Year-Old Male Hotel Night Manager With Hypertension Who Feels Chronically Tired and Run Down
Provided by: Primary Issues
Learning Objectives
Upon completing this activity, participants should be better able to
1. Improve the identification and diagnosis of shift work disorder, using screening questions and diagnostic tools
2. Outline management strategies for patients with shift work disorder that optimize sleep, alertness, and circadian rhythm alignment
O... |
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Safety of Aprotinin in Congenital Heart Operations: Results from a Large Multicenter Database
Provided by: The Society of Thoracic Surgeons
Learning Objectives
After reading this article, the learner should be able to:
* understand the nature and organizational structure of this study and how it differs from other clinical inquiries
* learn the exclusionary criteria that were used to identify participating centers in the Pediatric Health Information System (PHIS) Database
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Be a Myth-buster: Stop the Misconceptions about Fibromyalgia
Provided by: ANA Continuing Online Education
Purpose/goal: To provide registered nurses with an overview of evidence-based information on the latest strategies for identifying and managing the patient with fibromyalgia.
**Objectives**
* Identify factors that can make diagnosing fibromyalgia a challenge.
* Describe the pharmacologic management of fibromyalgia.
* Discuss the nonpharmacolo... |
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MRI of the Brain Brain & Spine Variants
Provided by: PROSCAN Imaging Education Foundation
The ProScan Imaging Education Foundation's all-new Professional MRI Series provides a comprehensive educational program that encompasses a broad survey of up-to-date radiological knowledge in the neurological and musculoskeletal realms. Lectures address in-depth discussions of neuroradiology of the brain, spine, head and neck, and pediatric imaging... |
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Fibromyalgia: The Patient Who Hurts Too Much
Provided by: Foundation for Care Management
**Objectives:**
At the completion of this course, the healthcare professional will be able to:
1. Discuss the prevalence, incidence, and epidemiology of fibromyalgia.
2. Examine through case studies, discussion, and reflection best practices in the diagnosis, treatment, and long-term care of patients with fibromyalgia.
3. Describe the origins... |
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VISICU Critical Care Review -July 2010
Provided by: American Board of Quality Assurance And Utilization Review Physicians
Course Description & Objectives
* Review the issue of increasing the intensity of continuous patient monitoring outside of high acuity locations.
* Review the impact of such continuous patient monitoring on patient outcomes.
* Describe the overall purpose of the SCIP program
* Determine the effect of SCIP reporting and pos... |
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Dental Care for Special Needs Patients
Provided by: NetCE
The ability to maintain optimal oral health requires daily attention to oral hygiene and regular dental evaluations. The oral environment has a complex composition of microbial organisms and any alteration in this environment, from systemic illness, treatments, or poor oral hygiene, can result in short-and long-term oral effects. Even patients with... |
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