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Management of Myocardial Infarction
Provided by: The Ohio State University Medical Center
Description
According to National Institutes of Health, most heart attacks are caused by a blood clot that blocks one of the coronary arteries. The coronary arteries bring blood and oxygen to the heart. If the blood flow is blocked, the heart starves for oxygen and heart cells die.
Objectives
Upon completion of this educational acitivity the p... |
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MRI of the Spine Post-Operative
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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Increased Graft Occlusion or String Sign in Composite Arterial Grafting for Mildly Stenosed Target Vessels
Provided by: The Society of Thoracic Surgeons
Learning Objectives
After reading this article, the learner should be able to:
* understand the difference in angiographic outcomes between CABG done with composite and individual grafting in target vessels with mild stenosis
* recall the difference in angiographic outcomes between composite and individual CABG grafts according to the se... |
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The Ethical Ophthalmologist: Commercial Relationships, Compensation & Advertising
Provided by: American Academy of Ophthalmology
For economic, social, political and other reasons, modes of ophthalmic practice have changed drastically in the last few years, affecting both physicians and their patients. Commercial relationships of all varieties now abound. Many factors affect levels of compensation. Advertising is seen as a primary practice-building tool. What are the threshol... |
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Dermatologic Therapies, Part 2
Provided by: Vindico Medical Education
In the primary care pediatrician's office, patients present frequently with various dermatologic issues, ranging from very common, like warts, to those that are more uncommon. Even more common skin conditions can be difficult to treat, especially in the very young patient. However, various therapeutic options can be considered for the treatment of ... |
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Focus On: Trauma in the Obstetric Patient: A Bedside Tool
Provided by: American College of Emergency Physicians
After reading this article, the physician should be able to:
* Practically apply trauma assessment and management principles to the pregnant patient.
* Understand the physiologic basis for variations of trauma care for the pregnant patient.
* Utilize a practical bedside tool to assist in assessment and management of these patients.... |
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HIV/AIDS: Etiology and Oral Manifestations
Provided by: Academy of Dental Learning
Because the diagnosis of HIV infection or AIDS was a death sentence for many years until the highly active antiretroviral medications were discovered, the HIV virus and the infections it causes continue to be greatly feared. Significant efforts have been made by researchers and clinicians to increase our knowledge of HIV, its infections and effecti... |
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Impact of Early Renal Recovery on Survival After Cardiac Surgery-Associated Acute Kidney Injury
Provided by: The Society of Thoracic Surgeons
After reading this article, the learner should be able to:
* recognize that acute kidney injury after cardiac surgery is a marker for poor short-and long-term outcomes
* become aware that early recovery from acute kidney injury after CABG is associated with improved long-term outcome
* recognize that a better understanding of endogenous... |
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Club Drugs
Provided by: NetCE
The drugs methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA), ketamine, flunitrazepam, and gamma-hydroxybutyrate (GHB), collectively known as "club drugs," have become widely used by college students and by a segment of the youth population that attends all-night dance parties known as "raves." This course will provide the most pertinent up-to-date information r... |
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Clinical Insights: Managing Bone Complications in Multiple Myeloma
Provided by: Blood CME Center
Multiple myeloma patients can develop painful bone lesions, and despite their treatment, most lesions fail to heal completely. In this podcast learning activity, Adam D. Cohen, MD, discusses the available diagnostic imaging modalities used in the detection and management of bone disease in multiple myeloma patients, and examines the clinical practi... |
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Computers in Nuclear Medicine (CA Scope: NI)
Provided by: SNM Advancing Molecular Imaging and Therapy
Computers in Nuclear Medicine (CA Scope: NI)... |
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Contemporary Options for the Management of Scars
Provided by: ArcMesa Educators, LLC
After completing this continuing education activity, the pharmacist should be able to:
1. Describe the various stages of the wound-healing process.
2. Review the epidemiology and pathophysiology of abnormal scarring.
3. Describe currently available treatment options for scars, including those provided/administered by health care provi... |
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Rheumatoid Arthritis
Provided by: NetCE
Standard therapies can relieve symptoms in some patients and provide partial improvement in others. However, some patients may have more refractory disease whereby significant symptoms persist despite treatment. Thus, knowledge of emerging therapies can be helpful to patient outcomes. Treating rheumatoid arthritis, whether by standard therapy or em... |
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New York Infection Control Course - New York State Department of Health Approved
Provided by: Biologix Solutions, LLC
Course Curriculum: Six Essential Elements (2010 NYSDOH Syllabus)
Element 1 : Responsibility to adhere to scientifically accepted principles and practices of infection control in all healthcare settings and to oversee and monitor those medical and ancillary personnel for whom the profession is responsible.
Element 2 : Modes & Mechanism of Tr... |
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Seizures and Epilepsy Syndromes
Provided by: NetCE
This course will provide basic information about epilepsy and its management and note sources of additional patient education resources for patients with seizure disorders. Important features of the care of the patient with epilepsy will be presented. This will include an overview of the incidence and etiology of epilepsy, treatment modalities, pre... |
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2009 Neuromuscular Medicine Self Assessment Examination
Provided by: American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine, The
Each examination includes:
1. 2-hour written examination.
2. Answer sheets for self-scoring.
3. Summary of national results.
4. 1-hour review session booklet.
The NMSAE offers CME credit after completing the NMSAE Review Session.... |
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Professional Liability Risks for Family and General Practice
Provided by: Medical Interactive Community
Primary care physicians are in short supply, posing the risk of patient overload and increased medical error. Malpractice claims for Family and General Practitioners are on the rise. This Internet presentation reviews the most common medical misadventures for Family and General Practice (missed or delayed diagnosis of myocardial infarction, breast ... |
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Advanced Concepts and Techniques of MR Mammography
Provided by: PROSCAN Imaging Education Foundation
Breast MRI is reported as valuable in detecting cancer in women who have a personal history of breast cancer, those patients with greater than 25% lifetime risk of breast cancer, and those with dense breasts -a condition associated with breast cancer risk but which decreases the sensitivity of the gold standard screening exam, mammography. MRI help... |
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Microtubule-Targeting Agents: Old, New, and Emerging Roles
Provided by: myCME.com
An update on evolving developments related to microtubule-inhibiting agents and their role in the treatment of women with metastatic or locally advanced breast cancer. Highlights include: an examination of the rationale for microtubule inhibition, including treatment challenges in resistant or refractory breast cancer; a discussion of the clinical ... |
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Preventing Fraud, Waste & Abuse in Pharmacy Practice -Specialized
Provided by: Pharmacy Foundation of California
At the completion of this program, you should be able to:
* Explain the federal regulations related to fraud, waste and abuse
* Describe how Medicaid & Medicare fraud, waste and abuse regulations affect your daily work
* Describe the components of your company's fraud, waste and abuse compliance program
* State your responsibilities un... |
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Spectrum of Pulmonary Neuroendocrine Cell Proliferation: Diffuse Idiopathic Pulmonary Neuroendocrine Cell Hyperplasia, Tumorlet, and Carcinoids
Provided by: American Roentgen Ray Society
Peer-reviewed articles from American Journal of Roentgenology (AJR). This activity offers AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)(TM) following completion of an online test.... |
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Assessing and Addressing Health Literacy
Provided by: ANA Continuing Online Education
The ability to communicate effectively with patients who have low health literacy depends on our ability to recognize this problem and to create a patient-centered and shame-free healthcare environment. Because of the shame and embarrassment these patients experience, they often use their well-developed coping skills to mask their limited literacy.... |
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Collimators (CA Scope: NI)
Provided by: SNM Advancing Molecular Imaging and Therapy
Collimators (CA Scope: NI)... |
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Gamma Camera Performance Evaluation and Quality Control (CA Scope: I)
Provided by: SNM Advancing Molecular Imaging and Therapy
Gamma Camera Performance Evaluation and Quality Control (CA Scope: I) ... |
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MRI of the Brain Supratentorial Neoplasia, Part Ib
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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Genetics: Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young (MODY)
Provided by: Harvard Medical School
Acknowledgement: This course is supported by educational grants from Celera and the Applera Charitable Foundation.
Diabetes is a heterogeneous disease. While the practitioner can generally distinguish between type 1 and type 2 diabetes on the basis of clinical features, there are rarer forms of the disease which do not follow this simple categor... |
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Geriatrics: Pain Management Strategies in the Elderly Inpatient
Provided by: Harvard Medical School
Acknowledgement: This module is supported by a grant from the Donald Reynolds Foundation.
The management of pain in hospitalized elderly patients represents a clinical challenge for many clinicians and most trainees. Appropriate analgesic choice and dosing require knowledge of the unique characteristics of older patients that affect their respon... |
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Segmental Approach to Imaging of Congenital Heart Disease
Provided by: Radiological Society of North America
Learning Objectives: 1) Describe the sequential steps in the segmental approach to evaluating congenital heart disease. 2) Define the three types of visceroatrial situs. 3) Identify the most important anomalies of cardiac development that lead to congenital heart disease.... |
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Achieving Cultural Competency: A Case-based Approach to Training Health Professionals
The Case of Eileen Clark
82-year-old African-American woman with a stroke
Provided by: University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine
Learning objectives
Upon completion of this activity, participants should be better able to:
* Describe cultural factors that may impact the process of informed consent.
* Identify factors that enhance the likelihood of a good outcome when there is suspicion and distrust.
* Examine the impact of the Tuskegee Syphilis Study on the practice of ... |
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DCIS and Screening Rules -Part II
Provided by: PROSCAN Imaging Education Foundation
Breast MRI is reported as valuable in detecting cancer in women who have a personal history of breast cancer, those patients with greater than 25% lifetime risk of breast cancer, and those with dense breasts -a condition associated with breast cancer risk but which decreases the sensitivity of the gold standard screening exam, mammography. MRI help... |
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