Truncus arteriosus is an uncommon cyanotic congenital cardiac defect characterized by a single large arterial trunk with a semilunar valve overriding a ventricular septal defect. Pulmonary vascular resistance determines pulmonary blood flow as pulmonary arteries arise directly from the truncus. Since mortality is high for truncus arteriosus, early intervention and surgical treatment are imperative, especially within the 1st year of life. With improved survival rates, comprehensive care for congenital heart disease must address transition challenges, including medical, psychosocial, and lifestyle considerations. Truncus arteriosus significantly affects mental health due to its impact on several organ systems and requirement for continuous medical care from a young age.This activity for healthcare professionals is designed to enhance learners’ competence in evaluating and managing truncus arteriosus. After participation, learners gain proficiency in recognizing the signs and symptoms of truncus arteriosus and determining individualized diagnostic and treatment approaches for patients with this condition. Participants learn to incorporate evidence-based management strategies to contribute effectively within an interprofessional team to optimize outcomes for individuals with truncus arteriosus.
- Provider:StatPearls, LLC
- Activity Link: https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/30641
- Start Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- End Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- Credit Details: 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)
ABA - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABA)
ABTS - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABTS)
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)
ABTS - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABTS) - 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, Adult Congenital Heart Disease, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology, Cardiac Anesthesia, Cardiothoracic, Cardiovascular, Cardiovascular Disease, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology, Clinical Pathology, Congenital Cardiac, Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics, General Operative Anesthesia, General Pediatrics, General Surgery, Hospice & Palliative Medicine, Hospital Medicine, Internal Medicine, Interventional Cardiology, Molecular Genetic Pathology, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine, Neurodevelopmental Disabilities, Pediatric Anesthesia, Pediatric Cardiology, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine, Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Pediatric Pathology, Pediatric Pulmonology, Professionalism/Patient Safety/Other Skills, Sports Medicine