Sunburn is an acute inflammatory skin reaction occurring due to extended exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun or artificial sources such as tanning beds. Sunburns can be quite painful, and in most cases, conservative treatment is all that is necessary. However, seeking hospital evaluation and treatment may be necessary in severe cases. Every year, over a third of the population experiences sunburn, which can have lasting consequences. The severity of sunburn depends primarily on the duration and intensity of exposure to UV rays. Overall, the number of sunburns experienced in individuals correlates with an increased risk of skin cancer. Therefore, it is crucial to educate individuals, particularly those in high-risk groups, about preventive measures for sunburn. This activity reviews the etiology, pathophysiology, and risk factors of sunburns, emphasizing the role of the interprofessional team in preventing and managing this condition.
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- Activity Link: https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/29684
- Start Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- End Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- Credit Details: 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)
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
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- Specialty: Adolescent Medicine, Dermatopathology, General Pediatrics, General Surgery, Geriatric Medicine, Hospital Medicine, Internal Medicine, Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Rheumatology