Mercaptans are volatile organic compounds widely used in various industrial processes, such as natural gas odorization, chemical manufacturing, and pharmaceutical production. Although mercaptans are generally considered to have low toxicity, exposure to high concentrations or prolonged exposure can lead to adverse health effects. Understanding the pathophysiology of mercaptan toxicity is crucial for elucidating the underlying mechanisms of cellular damage and developing effective therapeutic interventions. This activity reviews the potentially toxic effects of mercaptans, the varied clinical manifestations, and management strategies of affected patients and highlights the role of interdisciplinary collaboration in improving outcomes for patients exposed to this group of toxins.
- Provider:StatPearls, LLC
- Activity Link: https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/147455
- Start Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- End Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- Credit Details: IPCE Credits: 1.0 hours
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™️: 1.0 hours
Nursing: 1.0 hours
Pharmacy: 1.0 hours - MOC Credit Details: ABS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABS)
ABPATH - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABPATH)
ABA - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABA)
ABIM - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Medical Knowledge (ABIM)
ABS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABS)
ABP - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning and Self-Assessment (ABP) - Commercial Support: No
- Activity Type: Enduring Material
- CME Finder Type: Online Learning
- Fee to Participate: Variable
- Measured Outcome: Learner Knowledge, Learner/Team Competence
- Provider Ship: Directly Provided
- Registration: Open to all
- Specialty: Ambulatory/Outpatient, Cardiovascular Disease, Chemical Pathology, Critical Care Medicine, General Operative Anesthesia, General Surgery, Hospital Medicine, Medical Toxicology, Neurocritical Care, Pediatric Cardiology, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine, Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Pulmonary Disease