The knee joint is a complex structure comprised of bones, ligaments, tendons, cartilage, and synovial fluid, all of which play integral roles in its function. A knee effusion refers to an abnormal fluid accumulation within the knee joint. Knee effusions can arise from traumatic injuries, such as ligament tears or fractures, inflammatory conditions like arthritis, infectious processes such as septic arthritis, or degenerative changes such as osteoarthritis. Factors like age, activity level, and systemic health conditions may influence the presentation and management of knee effusions. Therefore, a comprehensive evaluation considering structural changes, potential causes, and patient factors is essential for optimizing care for individuals with knee effusions.This activity is designed to develop learners’ proficiency in evaluating and managing knee effusions. Participants gain valuable insights into the condition’s possible etiologies, appropriate diagnostic modalities, and evidence-based interventions, allowing them to collaborate effectively within an interprofessional team caring for patients with knee effusions.
- Provider:StatPearls, LLC
- Activity Link: https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/23916
- 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)
ABOS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABOS)
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: Adolescent Medicine, Adult Reconstruction, General Orthopaedics, General Pediatrics, General Surgery, Geriatric Medicine, Infectious Disease, Infectious Diseases/Medical Microbiology, Internal Medicine, Musculoskeletal Oncology, Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, Orthopaedic Trauma, Pain Medicine, Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Pediatric Infectious Diseases, Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery, Pediatric Rheumatology, Rheumatology, Soft Tissue & Bone, Sports Medicine, Trauma