Diphtheria is a toxin-mediated infection primarily caused by Corynebacterium diphtheriae, a member of the Corynebacterium species. This infectious disease is characterized by skin and mucosal infections, occasionally progressing to focal infection after bacteremia. The clinical manifestations of C diphtheriae infection are diverse and depend on factors such as the anatomical site of infection, the immune status of the host, and the production and systemic distribution of toxins.This comprehensive activity provides an in-depth exploration of diphtheria, covering its epidemiology, pathogenesis, clinical features, diagnosis, and management. Emphasizing the collaborative role of an interprofessional healthcare team, the activity aims to equip healthcare professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary for the practical evaluation and management of patients affected by this highly contagious disease.
- Provider:StatPearls, LLC
- Activity Link: https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/112524
- Start Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- End Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- Credit Details: IPCE Credits: 1.5 hours
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™️: 1.5 hours
Nursing: 1.5 hours
Pharmacy: 1.5 hours - MOC Credit Details: ABS - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABS)
ABPATH - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABPATH)
ABIM - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Medical Knowledge (ABIM)
ABS - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABS)
ABP - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning and Self-Assessment (ABP)
ABOHNS - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABOHNS) - 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: Adolescent Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease, General Otolaryngology, General Pediatrics, General Surgery, Hospital Medicine, Infectious Disease, Infectious Diseases/Medical Microbiology, Internal Medicine, Pediatric Cardiology, Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Pediatric Infectious Diseases, Pediatric Neurology, Pediatric Pulmonology, Pulmonary Disease