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Eight American Medical Seminars, Inc.® Pediatrics Modules

Receive Eight (8) American Medical Seminars, Inc.® Pediatrics Modules. Each module is approved for 5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ and includes access to download your Audio MP3 &/or Video MP4, Color Digital Syllabus and Online Testing. With the hardcover option, you will be sent the CDs/DVDs, a Full Color Printed & Bound Syllabus, and Your Testing Materials.

Includes:

MODULE 1: AUDIO – Pediatrics – Trauma
MODULE 2: AUDIO – Pediatrics – Common Problems
MODULE 3: AUDIO – Pediatrics – Pulmonary
MODULE 4: AUDIO – Pediatrics – Critical Care
MODULE 5: AUDIO – Pediatrics – Pediatric Emergency Medicine
MODULE 6: AUDIO – Pediatrics – Pediatric Infectious Diseases
MODULE 7: VIDEO – Pediatrics – Pediatric EM – Clinical Cases
MODULE 8: VIDEO – Pediatrics – Pediatric EM

Downloadable/Streaming: Includes MP3/MP4; PDF Color Syllabus; Online Testing
Hard Copy: Includes Audio CDs; DVDs; Printed/Bound Full-Color Syllabus; Test Packet; S&H

Ordering is Simple!

Select your Media Type as either Download or Hardcover. Next, click “Add to Cart”. Once your order has been processed, you will be contacted by our team with your login/download information.

Credits:

American Medical Seminars, Inc.® is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

AMA – American Medical Seminars, Inc.® designates these enduring materials for the maximum of 5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Topics and Objectives:

MODULE 1: AUDIO – Pediatrics – Trauma

  • Pain Management
  • Upper Extremity Fractures
  • Physical Child

Title: Pediatrics – Trauma: Pain Management; Upper Extremity Fractures; Physical Child Abuse

Faculty: John M. Loiselle, M.D., F.A.A.P.; Rakesh D. Mistry, M.D., M.S. and Richard J. Scarfone, M.D., F.A.A.P.

Original Release Date: July 1, 2017  Expiration Date: July 1, 2020

TOPIC 1: Pain Management in the Office and ED

Upon completion of this session, the participant should be able to:

  1. Employ the American Society of Anesthesiologists, American Academy of Pediatrics, and American College of Emergency Physicians fasting guidelines for procedural sedation.
  2. Manage the pain associated with specific illnesses or injuries commonly seen in an office setting.
  3. Manage the pain and sedation needs of children with specific illnesses or injuries commonly seen in an ED.

TOPIC 2: Upper Extremity Fractures in Children

Upon completion of this session, the participant should be able to:

  1. Develop an age-appropriate evaluation to upper extremity fractures in children.
  2. Detect common upper extremity fractures using common diagnostic and radiographic techniques.
  3. Evaluate indications for emergent and outpatient orthopedic consultation in children with upper extremity injuries.

TOPIC 3: Clinical Clues to Detecting Child Physical Abuse

Upon completion of this session, the participant should be able to:

  1. Identify findings that are characteristic of physical abuse.
  2. Distinguish physical findings often confused with physical abuse.
  3. Formulate further evaluation based on the most recent AAP guidelines.

MODULE 2: AUDIO – Pediatrics – Common Problems

  • Otitis Media
  • Pearls
  • Antibiotic Update

Title: Pediatrics – Common Problems: Otitis Media; Pearls; Antibiotic Update
Faculty: Stephen C. Eppes, M.D., F.A.A.P. and Richard J. Scarfone, M.D., F.A.A.P.

Original Release Date: July 1, 2016  Review Date: July 1, 2017  Expiration Date: July 1, 2019

TOPIC 1: Acute Otitis Media: Of Pathogens and Patients.
Upon completion of this session, the participant should be able to: GL, COMP

  1. Recognize trends in resistance in pediatric pathogens.
  2. Assess recommendations in AAP/AAFP guidelines.
  3. Appropriately prescribe empiric antibiotic therapy.

TOPIC 2: Teaching Pearls You Should Know.
Upon completion of this session, using data and results from clinical trials, the participant should be able to: COMP

  1. Use test characteristics such as positive predictive value to interpret diagnostic test results.
  2. Order diagnostic tests appropriately by considering risks and benefits.
  3. Apply key teaching points to enhance management of specific diagnostic conditions.

TOPIC 3: Antibiotic Update.
Upon completion of this session, the participant should be able to: COMP

  1. Review recent trends in antibiotic resistance.
  2. Improve empiric antibiotic usage for common pediatric conditions.
  3. Develop strategies to resist further bacterial resistance, as recommended by the CDC.

MODULE 3: AUDIO – Pediatrics – Pulmonary

  • Upper Airway Emergencies
  • Influenza
  • Lower Respiratory Infections

Title: Pediatrics – Pulmonary: Upper Airway Emergencies; Influenza; Lower Respiratory Infections
Faculty: Robert A. Belfer, M.D.; Stephen C. Eppes, M.D., F.A.A.P.; and Michael J. Muszynski, M.D., F.A.A.P.

Original Release Date: July 1, 2016  Review Date: July 1, 2017  Expiration Date: July 1, 2019

TOPIC 1: Upper Airway Emergencies in the Pediatric Patient.
Upon completion of this session, using national Evidence Based Medicine sources including Cochrane Collaboration and published guidelines from sources including the American Academy of Pediatrics, the participant should be able to: EBM, GL, COMP

  1. Recommend medication therapy for selected upper airway emergencies.
  2. Interpret the most recent evidence-based literature in the approach to the child with croup.
  3. Distinguish and discriminate among the varied presentations of pediatric stridor.

TOPIC 2: Influenza: What’s New and What You Can Do.
Upon completion of this session, the participant should be able to: COMP

  1. Identify recent changes in influenza epidemiology.
  2. Enumerate CDC recommendations for immunization.
  3. Appropriately prescribe antiviral prophylaxis and treatment.

TOPIC 3: Pediatric Lower Respiratory Infections.
Upon completion of this session, using the evidence-based guidelines from EBM publications, the participant should be able to: EBM, GL, COMP

  1. Integrate the association of age, seasonal, clinical presentation, and chest x-ray findings with the etiology of pediatric pneumonia.
  2. Develop a diagnostic approach to infants and children suspected to have pneumonia and discuss the treatment options and the implications of emerging bacterial resistance.
  3. Apply the American Academy of Pediatrics Guidelines to the child with bronchiolitis.

MODULE 4: AUDIO – Pediatrics – Critical Care

  • Severe Asthma
  • Life-Threatening Infections
  • Poisonings

Title: Pediatrics – Critical Care: Severe Asthma; Life-Threatening Infections; Poisonings
Faculty: Robert A. Belfer, M.D.; Mark D. Joffe, M.D.; and Richard J. Scarfone, M.D., F.A.A.P.

Original Release Date: July 1, 2016  Review Date: July 1, 2017  Expiration Date: July 1, 2019

TOPIC 1: Emergency Department Management of Severe Asthma.
Upon completion of this session, using systematic reviews and studies, the participant should be able to: COMP

  1. Develop an organized approach to the initial management of children with severe asthma.
  2. Summarize the role of continuously nebulized albuterol for children with severe asthma.
  3. Administer magnesium sulfate or intravenously administered beta2-agonists in an appropriate manner.

TOPIC 2: Life-Threatening Pediatric Infections.
Upon completion of this session, using national Evidence Based Medicine sources including Cochrane Collaboration and published guidelines from sources including the American Academy of Pediatrics, the participant should be able to: EBM, GL, COMP

  1. Conclude that as newer immunizations eradicate many serious infections, we are still faced with certain pathogens that can cause severe morbidity and mortality.
  2. Recognize, diagnose and manage the following diseases:
    1. Toxic Shock Syndrome;
    2. Meningococcemia;
    3. Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever;
    4. Kawasaki

3. Develop an approach to the patient who presents with fever and a rash.

TOPIC 3: Pediatric Poisonings.
Upon completion of this session, using AAP guidelines and evidence-based medicine, the participant should be able to: EBM, GL, COMP

  1. Review data on pediatric poisonings including recent trends.
  2. Employ appropriate gastrointestinal decontamination in a variety of pediatric ingestions.
  3. Discuss management of several specific poisonings.

MODULE 5: AUDIO – Pediatrics – Pediatric Emergency Medicine

  • Abdominal Trauma
  • CA-MRSA
  • Head Injuries

Title: Pediatric Emergency Medicine: Abdominal Trauma; CA-MRSA; Head Injuries
Faculty: Rakesh D. Mistry, M.D., M.S. and Jeffrey A. Seiden, M.D., F.A.A.P.

Original Release Date: July 1, 2016  Review Date: July 1, 2017  Expiration Date: July 1, 2019

TOPIC 1: Blunt Abdominal Trauma in Children.
Upon completion of this session, using evidence-based medicine and published guidelines, the participant should be able to: EBM, GL, COMP

  1. Recognize injury mechanisms and clinical findings that are characteristic of solid organ injury and hollow viscus injury in children.
  2. Integrate the role of various laboratory and radiologic tests in the diagnosis of solid organ injury and hollow viscus injury in children.
  3. Develop and employ appropriate management strategies for children with significant intra-abdominal injuries.
  4. Appraise recent data regarding the utility of focused abdominal sonography in trauma (FAST) in pediatric trauma.

TOPIC 2: Skin and Soft Tissue Infections in the Era of Community-Associated Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (CA-MRSA): An Evidence-Based Approach.
Upon completion of this session, the participant should be able to: EBM, GL, COMP

  1. Detect common skin and soft tissue infections potentially caused by CA-MRSA in children.
  2. Construct a diagnostic approach to common CA-MRSA infections using the most recent pediatric evidence and national guidelines.
  3. Use recent evidence to develop appropriate management strategies for CA-MRSA infections.
  4. Construct an informed approach to antibiotic therapy for skin and soft tissue infections.

TOPIC 3: Head Injuries in the Pediatric Patient.
Upon completion of this session, using evidence-based medicine and guidelines from the 4th International Symposium on Concussion in Sport, the participants should be able to: EBM, GL, COMP

  1. Describe the pathophysiology and, using evidence-based medicine, develop clinical strategies for the emergency treatment of severe head injury in childhood.
  2. Apply an evidence-based medicine approach to decisions regarding obtaining a CT scan in children after minor head trauma.
  3. Recognize the signs and symptoms of concussions in pediatric patients.
  4. Demonstrate use of currently recommended management approaches in children with concussion.

MODULE 6: AUDIO – Pediatrics – Pediatric Infectious Diseases

  • Pathogens in the News
  • UTIs
  • Kawasaki Disease

Title: Pediatric Infectious Diseases: Pathogens in the News; UTIs; Kawasaki Disease
Faculty: Stephen C. Eppes, M.D., F.A.A.P. and Michael J. Muszynski, M.D., F.A.A.P.

Original Release Date: July 1, 2016 Review Date: July 1, 2017  Expiration Date: July 1, 2019

TOPIC 1: Pathogens in the News: What Do They Mean For You.
Upon completion of this session and using the guidelines from the CDC, the participant should beable to: GL, COMP

  1. Recognize the current epidemiology of highly contagious viral or other infectious diseases that are of most immediate public health concern.
  2. Identify key clinical manifestations, as documented by the CDC guidelines, of these diseases.
  3. Plan for necessary precautions for newly identified viruses as developed and recommended by the CDC protocols and guidelines.
  4. Employ CDC recommended actions to contact Hospital, Local, State and Federal Health Officials as appropriate or mandated.

TOPIC 2: Urinary Tract Infections.
Upon completion of this session, using the evidence-based guidelines from the AAP, the participant should be able to: EBM, GL, COMP

  1. Determine the clinical situations in which urinary tract infections should be considered.
  2. Appraise diagnostic methods for urinary tract infection, characterize their reliability and application, and recognize their limitations.
  3. Employ the most appropriate treatment options.
  4. Assess the controversies concerning follow-up and prevention strategies.

TOPIC 3: Kawasaki Disease.
Upon completion of this session, the participant should be able to: COMP

  1. Recognize clinical/laboratory manifestations of Kawasaki disease.
  2. Evaluate and manage patients according to AAP/AHA guidelines.
  3. Recognize the potential for coronary complications.

MODULE 7: VIDEO – Pediatrics – Pediatric EM – Clinical Cases

  • Surgical Abdominal Emergencies
  • Radiology
  • Fever & Rash

Title: Pediatric Emergency Medicine – Clinical Cases: Non-Traumatic Surgical Abdominal Emergencies; Emergency Radiology; Fever and Rash
Faculty: Robert A. Belfer, M.D.; Stephen C. Eppes, M.D., F.A.A.P.; and Mark D. Joffe, M.D.

Original Release Date: July 1, 2016 Review Date: July 1, 2017  Expiration Date: July 1, 2019

TOPIC 1: Non-Traumatic Surgical Abdominal Emergencies.
Upon completion of this session, using national Evidence Based Medicine sources including Cochrane Collaboration and published guidelines from sources including the American Academy of Pediatrics, the participant should be able to: EBM, GL, COMP

  1. Recognize pediatric abdominal processes that require surgical intervention.
  2. Formulate and prepare initial emergency room management of specific abdominal surgical emergencies.

TOPIC 2: Pediatric Emergency Radiology.
Upon completion of this session, the participant should be able to: COMP

  1. Assess the radiographic findings after case description.
  2. Diagnose various pediatric conditions after case description and radiographic assessment.

TOPIC 3: Chief Complaint: Fever and Rash.
Upon completion of this session, the participant should be able to: COMP

  1. Recognize distinctive clinical illnesses with fever and rash.
  2. Develop an approach to clinical and laboratory diagnosis.

MODULE 8: VIDEO – Pediatrics – Pediatric EM

  • Orthopedic Conditions
  • Foreign Body-Aspirated/Ingested
  • Visual Diagnosis

Title: Pediatric Emergency Medicine: Orthopedic Conditions Above the Hip; Foreign Body-Aspirated or Ingested; Visual Diagnosis
Faculty: Robert A. Belfer, M.D. and Mark D. Joffe, M.D.

Original Release Date: July 1, 2016  Review Date: July 1, 2017  Expiration Date: July 1, 2019

TOPIC 1: Orthopedic Conditions Above the Hip.
Upon completion of this session, using national Evidence Based Medicine sources including Cochrane Collaboration and published guidelines from sources including the American Academy of Pediatrics, the participant should be able to: EBM, GL, COMP

  1. Interpret radiographs that demonstrate Salter-Harris fractures in the pediatric patient.
  2. Initially manage fractures of the upper extremity and recognize when to refer to an Orthopedic Surgeon.
  3. Develop management plans for fractures; assess the need for urgent orthopedic consultation.

TOPIC 2: Dilemma of the Foreign Body – Aspirated or Ingested.
Upon completion of this session, using evidence-based medicine, the participant should be able to: EBM, COMP

  1. Distinguish the epidemiology and clinical presentation of aspirated versus ingested foreign bodies.
  2. Analyze the rationale for radiographic evaluation of children with a history of foreign body ingestion.
  3. Review the diagnostic approach and radiographic interpretation of children with aspirated foreign bodies

TOPIC 3: Visual Diagnosis: You Make the Call.
Upon completion of this session, using national Evidence Based Medicine sources including Cochrane Collaboration and published guidelines from sources including the American Academy of Pediatrics, the participant should be able to: EBM, GL, COMP

  1. “Make the correct call” on slides representing interesting physical examination findings of pediatric patients.
  2. Evaluate the visual presentation of over 25 different conditions to determine the DDx, lab, imaging and/or their respective treatments or referral as indicated.  Some conditions to be covered include:
    1. Testicular Torsion
    2. Herpes Zoster
    3. Periorbital Cellulitis
    4. Mastoiditis
    5. Erythema Multiforme (Minor)
    6. Pre-Auricular Adenitis
    7. Lap-Belt Complex
    8. Hematuria

Eight American Medical Seminars, Inc.® Pediatrics Modules

Receive Eight (8) American Medical Seminars, Inc.® Pediatrics Modules. Each module is approved for 5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ and includes access to download your Audio MP3 &/or Video MP4, Color Digital Syllabus and Online Testing. With the hardcover option, you will be sent the CDs/DVDs, a Full Color Printed & Bound Syllabus, and Your Testing Materials.

Includes:

MODULE 1: AUDIO – Pediatrics – Trauma
MODULE 2: AUDIO – Pediatrics – Common Problems
MODULE 3: AUDIO – Pediatrics – Pulmonary
MODULE 4: AUDIO – Pediatrics – Critical Care
MODULE 5: AUDIO – Pediatrics – Pediatric Emergency Medicine
MODULE 6: AUDIO – Pediatrics – Pediatric Infectious Diseases
MODULE 7: VIDEO – Pediatrics – Pediatric EM – Clinical Cases
MODULE 8: VIDEO – Pediatrics – Pediatric EM

Downloadable/Streaming: Includes MP3/MP4; PDF Color Syllabus; Online Testing
Hard Copy: Includes Audio CDs; DVDs; Printed/Bound Full-Color Syllabus; Test Packet; S&H

Ordering is Simple!

Select your Media Type as either Download or Hardcover. Next, click “Add to Cart”. Once your order has been processed, you will be contacted by our team with your login/download information.

Credits:

American Medical Seminars, Inc.® is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

AMA – American Medical Seminars, Inc.® designates these enduring materials for the maximum of 5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Topics and Objectives:

MODULE 1: AUDIO – Pediatrics – Trauma

  • Pain Management
  • Upper Extremity Fractures
  • Physical Child

Title: Pediatrics – Trauma: Pain Management; Upper Extremity Fractures; Physical Child Abuse

Faculty: John M. Loiselle, M.D., F.A.A.P.; Rakesh D. Mistry, M.D., M.S. and Richard J. Scarfone, M.D., F.A.A.P.

Original Release Date: July 1, 2017  Expiration Date: July 1, 2020

TOPIC 1: Pain Management in the Office and ED

Upon completion of this session, the participant should be able to:

  1. Employ the American Society of Anesthesiologists, American Academy of Pediatrics, and American College of Emergency Physicians fasting guidelines for procedural sedation.
  2. Manage the pain associated with specific illnesses or injuries commonly seen in an office setting.
  3. Manage the pain and sedation needs of children with specific illnesses or injuries commonly seen in an ED.

TOPIC 2: Upper Extremity Fractures in Children

Upon completion of this session, the participant should be able to:

  1. Develop an age-appropriate evaluation to upper extremity fractures in children.
  2. Detect common upper extremity fractures using common diagnostic and radiographic techniques.
  3. Evaluate indications for emergent and outpatient orthopedic consultation in children with upper extremity injuries.

TOPIC 3: Clinical Clues to Detecting Child Physical Abuse

Upon completion of this session, the participant should be able to:

  1. Identify findings that are characteristic of physical abuse.
  2. Distinguish physical findings often confused with physical abuse.
  3. Formulate further evaluation based on the most recent AAP guidelines.

MODULE 2: AUDIO – Pediatrics – Common Problems

  • Otitis Media
  • Pearls
  • Antibiotic Update

Title: Pediatrics – Common Problems: Otitis Media; Pearls; Antibiotic Update
Faculty: Stephen C. Eppes, M.D., F.A.A.P. and Richard J. Scarfone, M.D., F.A.A.P.

Original Release Date: July 1, 2016  Review Date: July 1, 2017  Expiration Date: July 1, 2019

TOPIC 1: Acute Otitis Media: Of Pathogens and Patients.
Upon completion of this session, the participant should be able to: GL, COMP

  1. Recognize trends in resistance in pediatric pathogens.
  2. Assess recommendations in AAP/AAFP guidelines.
  3. Appropriately prescribe empiric antibiotic therapy.

TOPIC 2: Teaching Pearls You Should Know.
Upon completion of this session, using data and results from clinical trials, the participant should be able to: COMP

  1. Use test characteristics such as positive predictive value to interpret diagnostic test results.
  2. Order diagnostic tests appropriately by considering risks and benefits.
  3. Apply key teaching points to enhance management of specific diagnostic conditions.

TOPIC 3: Antibiotic Update.
Upon completion of this session, the participant should be able to: COMP

  1. Review recent trends in antibiotic resistance.
  2. Improve empiric antibiotic usage for common pediatric conditions.
  3. Develop strategies to resist further bacterial resistance, as recommended by the CDC.

MODULE 3: AUDIO – Pediatrics – Pulmonary

  • Upper Airway Emergencies
  • Influenza
  • Lower Respiratory Infections

Title: Pediatrics – Pulmonary: Upper Airway Emergencies; Influenza; Lower Respiratory Infections
Faculty: Robert A. Belfer, M.D.; Stephen C. Eppes, M.D., F.A.A.P.; and Michael J. Muszynski, M.D., F.A.A.P.

Original Release Date: July 1, 2016  Review Date: July 1, 2017  Expiration Date: July 1, 2019

TOPIC 1: Upper Airway Emergencies in the Pediatric Patient.
Upon completion of this session, using national Evidence Based Medicine sources including Cochrane Collaboration and published guidelines from sources including the American Academy of Pediatrics, the participant should be able to: EBM, GL, COMP

  1. Recommend medication therapy for selected upper airway emergencies.
  2. Interpret the most recent evidence-based literature in the approach to the child with croup.
  3. Distinguish and discriminate among the varied presentations of pediatric stridor.

TOPIC 2: Influenza: What’s New and What You Can Do.
Upon completion of this session, the participant should be able to: COMP

  1. Identify recent changes in influenza epidemiology.
  2. Enumerate CDC recommendations for immunization.
  3. Appropriately prescribe antiviral prophylaxis and treatment.

TOPIC 3: Pediatric Lower Respiratory Infections.
Upon completion of this session, using the evidence-based guidelines from EBM publications, the participant should be able to: EBM, GL, COMP

  1. Integrate the association of age, seasonal, clinical presentation, and chest x-ray findings with the etiology of pediatric pneumonia.
  2. Develop a diagnostic approach to infants and children suspected to have pneumonia and discuss the treatment options and the implications of emerging bacterial resistance.
  3. Apply the American Academy of Pediatrics Guidelines to the child with bronchiolitis.

MODULE 4: AUDIO – Pediatrics – Critical Care

  • Severe Asthma
  • Life-Threatening Infections
  • Poisonings

Title: Pediatrics – Critical Care: Severe Asthma; Life-Threatening Infections; Poisonings
Faculty: Robert A. Belfer, M.D.; Mark D. Joffe, M.D.; and Richard J. Scarfone, M.D., F.A.A.P.

Original Release Date: July 1, 2016  Review Date: July 1, 2017  Expiration Date: July 1, 2019

TOPIC 1: Emergency Department Management of Severe Asthma.
Upon completion of this session, using systematic reviews and studies, the participant should be able to: COMP

  1. Develop an organized approach to the initial management of children with severe asthma.
  2. Summarize the role of continuously nebulized albuterol for children with severe asthma.
  3. Administer magnesium sulfate or intravenously administered beta2-agonists in an appropriate manner.

TOPIC 2: Life-Threatening Pediatric Infections.
Upon completion of this session, using national Evidence Based Medicine sources including Cochrane Collaboration and published guidelines from sources including the American Academy of Pediatrics, the participant should be able to: EBM, GL, COMP

  1. Conclude that as newer immunizations eradicate many serious infections, we are still faced with certain pathogens that can cause severe morbidity and mortality.
  2. Recognize, diagnose and manage the following diseases:
    1. Toxic Shock Syndrome;
    2. Meningococcemia;
    3. Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever;
    4. Kawasaki

3. Develop an approach to the patient who presents with fever and a rash.

TOPIC 3: Pediatric Poisonings.
Upon completion of this session, using AAP guidelines and evidence-based medicine, the participant should be able to: EBM, GL, COMP

  1. Review data on pediatric poisonings including recent trends.
  2. Employ appropriate gastrointestinal decontamination in a variety of pediatric ingestions.
  3. Discuss management of several specific poisonings.

MODULE 5: AUDIO – Pediatrics – Pediatric Emergency Medicine

  • Abdominal Trauma
  • CA-MRSA
  • Head Injuries

Title: Pediatric Emergency Medicine: Abdominal Trauma; CA-MRSA; Head Injuries
Faculty: Rakesh D. Mistry, M.D., M.S. and Jeffrey A. Seiden, M.D., F.A.A.P.

Original Release Date: July 1, 2016  Review Date: July 1, 2017  Expiration Date: July 1, 2019

TOPIC 1: Blunt Abdominal Trauma in Children.
Upon completion of this session, using evidence-based medicine and published guidelines, the participant should be able to: EBM, GL, COMP

  1. Recognize injury mechanisms and clinical findings that are characteristic of solid organ injury and hollow viscus injury in children.
  2. Integrate the role of various laboratory and radiologic tests in the diagnosis of solid organ injury and hollow viscus injury in children.
  3. Develop and employ appropriate management strategies for children with significant intra-abdominal injuries.
  4. Appraise recent data regarding the utility of focused abdominal sonography in trauma (FAST) in pediatric trauma.

TOPIC 2: Skin and Soft Tissue Infections in the Era of Community-Associated Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (CA-MRSA): An Evidence-Based Approach.
Upon completion of this session, the participant should be able to: EBM, GL, COMP

  1. Detect common skin and soft tissue infections potentially caused by CA-MRSA in children.
  2. Construct a diagnostic approach to common CA-MRSA infections using the most recent pediatric evidence and national guidelines.
  3. Use recent evidence to develop appropriate management strategies for CA-MRSA infections.
  4. Construct an informed approach to antibiotic therapy for skin and soft tissue infections.

TOPIC 3: Head Injuries in the Pediatric Patient.
Upon completion of this session, using evidence-based medicine and guidelines from the 4th International Symposium on Concussion in Sport, the participants should be able to: EBM, GL, COMP

  1. Describe the pathophysiology and, using evidence-based medicine, develop clinical strategies for the emergency treatment of severe head injury in childhood.
  2. Apply an evidence-based medicine approach to decisions regarding obtaining a CT scan in children after minor head trauma.
  3. Recognize the signs and symptoms of concussions in pediatric patients.
  4. Demonstrate use of currently recommended management approaches in children with concussion.

MODULE 6: AUDIO – Pediatrics – Pediatric Infectious Diseases

  • Pathogens in the News
  • UTIs
  • Kawasaki Disease

Title: Pediatric Infectious Diseases: Pathogens in the News; UTIs; Kawasaki Disease
Faculty: Stephen C. Eppes, M.D., F.A.A.P. and Michael J. Muszynski, M.D., F.A.A.P.

Original Release Date: July 1, 2016 Review Date: July 1, 2017  Expiration Date: July 1, 2019

TOPIC 1: Pathogens in the News: What Do They Mean For You.
Upon completion of this session and using the guidelines from the CDC, the participant should beable to: GL, COMP

  1. Recognize the current epidemiology of highly contagious viral or other infectious diseases that are of most immediate public health concern.
  2. Identify key clinical manifestations, as documented by the CDC guidelines, of these diseases.
  3. Plan for necessary precautions for newly identified viruses as developed and recommended by the CDC protocols and guidelines.
  4. Employ CDC recommended actions to contact Hospital, Local, State and Federal Health Officials as appropriate or mandated.

TOPIC 2: Urinary Tract Infections.
Upon completion of this session, using the evidence-based guidelines from the AAP, the participant should be able to: EBM, GL, COMP

  1. Determine the clinical situations in which urinary tract infections should be considered.
  2. Appraise diagnostic methods for urinary tract infection, characterize their reliability and application, and recognize their limitations.
  3. Employ the most appropriate treatment options.
  4. Assess the controversies concerning follow-up and prevention strategies.

TOPIC 3: Kawasaki Disease.
Upon completion of this session, the participant should be able to: COMP

  1. Recognize clinical/laboratory manifestations of Kawasaki disease.
  2. Evaluate and manage patients according to AAP/AHA guidelines.
  3. Recognize the potential for coronary complications.

MODULE 7: VIDEO – Pediatrics – Pediatric EM – Clinical Cases

  • Surgical Abdominal Emergencies
  • Radiology
  • Fever & Rash

Title: Pediatric Emergency Medicine – Clinical Cases: Non-Traumatic Surgical Abdominal Emergencies; Emergency Radiology; Fever and Rash
Faculty: Robert A. Belfer, M.D.; Stephen C. Eppes, M.D., F.A.A.P.; and Mark D. Joffe, M.D.

Original Release Date: July 1, 2016 Review Date: July 1, 2017  Expiration Date: July 1, 2019

TOPIC 1: Non-Traumatic Surgical Abdominal Emergencies.
Upon completion of this session, using national Evidence Based Medicine sources including Cochrane Collaboration and published guidelines from sources including the American Academy of Pediatrics, the participant should be able to: EBM, GL, COMP

  1. Recognize pediatric abdominal processes that require surgical intervention.
  2. Formulate and prepare initial emergency room management of specific abdominal surgical emergencies.

TOPIC 2: Pediatric Emergency Radiology.
Upon completion of this session, the participant should be able to: COMP

  1. Assess the radiographic findings after case description.
  2. Diagnose various pediatric conditions after case description and radiographic assessment.

TOPIC 3: Chief Complaint: Fever and Rash.
Upon completion of this session, the participant should be able to: COMP

  1. Recognize distinctive clinical illnesses with fever and rash.
  2. Develop an approach to clinical and laboratory diagnosis.

MODULE 8: VIDEO – Pediatrics – Pediatric EM

  • Orthopedic Conditions
  • Foreign Body-Aspirated/Ingested
  • Visual Diagnosis

Title: Pediatric Emergency Medicine: Orthopedic Conditions Above the Hip; Foreign Body-Aspirated or Ingested; Visual Diagnosis
Faculty: Robert A. Belfer, M.D. and Mark D. Joffe, M.D.

Original Release Date: July 1, 2016  Review Date: July 1, 2017  Expiration Date: July 1, 2019

TOPIC 1: Orthopedic Conditions Above the Hip.
Upon completion of this session, using national Evidence Based Medicine sources including Cochrane Collaboration and published guidelines from sources including the American Academy of Pediatrics, the participant should be able to: EBM, GL, COMP

  1. Interpret radiographs that demonstrate Salter-Harris fractures in the pediatric patient.
  2. Initially manage fractures of the upper extremity and recognize when to refer to an Orthopedic Surgeon.
  3. Develop management plans for fractures; assess the need for urgent orthopedic consultation.

TOPIC 2: Dilemma of the Foreign Body – Aspirated or Ingested.
Upon completion of this session, using evidence-based medicine, the participant should be able to: EBM, COMP

  1. Distinguish the epidemiology and clinical presentation of aspirated versus ingested foreign bodies.
  2. Analyze the rationale for radiographic evaluation of children with a history of foreign body ingestion.
  3. Review the diagnostic approach and radiographic interpretation of children with aspirated foreign bodies

TOPIC 3: Visual Diagnosis: You Make the Call.
Upon completion of this session, using national Evidence Based Medicine sources including Cochrane Collaboration and published guidelines from sources including the American Academy of Pediatrics, the participant should be able to: EBM, GL, COMP

  1. “Make the correct call” on slides representing interesting physical examination findings of pediatric patients.
  2. Evaluate the visual presentation of over 25 different conditions to determine the DDx, lab, imaging and/or their respective treatments or referral as indicated.  Some conditions to be covered include:
    1. Testicular Torsion
    2. Herpes Zoster
    3. Periorbital Cellulitis
    4. Mastoiditis
    5. Erythema Multiforme (Minor)
    6. Pre-Auricular Adenitis
    7. Lap-Belt Complex
    8. Hematuria

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