Hypothyroidism results from low levels of thyroid hormone with varied etiology and manifestations. Hypothyroidism is primarily categorized as primary and secondary (ie, central) hypothyroidism. In primary hypothyroidism, the thyroid gland cannot produce adequate amounts of thyroid hormone. The less commonly seen secondary or central hypothyroidism occurs when the thyroid gland functions normally; however, hypothyroidism results from the abnormal pituitary gland or hypothalamus function. Autoimmune thyroiditis and iodine deficiency are the most common causes of the disease. Central hypothyroidism is rare.The drug of choice for the treatment of hypothyroidism of any etiology is thyroid hormone replacement. Untreated hypothyroidism increases morbidity and mortality. This activity for healthcare professionals aims to enhance learners’ competence in selecting appropriate diagnostic tests, managing hypothyroidism, and fostering effective interprofessional teamwork to improve outcomes.
- Provider:StatPearls, LLC
- Activity Link: https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/23304
- Start Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- End Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- Credit Details: IPCE Credits: 2.0 hours
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™️: 2.0 hours
Nursing: 2.0 hours
Pharmacy: 2.0 hours - MOC Credit Details: ABS - 2.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABS)
ABOS - 2.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABOS)
ABPATH - 2.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABPATH)
ABA - 2.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABA)
ABTS - 2.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABTS)
ABIM - 2.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Medical Knowledge (ABIM)
ABS - 2.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABS)
ABP - 2.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning and Self-Assessment (ABP)
ABOHNS - 2.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABOHNS)
ABTS - 2.0 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 Cardiac, Ambulatory/Outpatient, Cardiothoracic, Cardiovascular, Cardiovascular Disease, Critical Care Medicine, Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics, Endocrine, Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism, General Operative Anesthesia, General Orthopaedics, General Pediatrics, General Surgery, Geriatric Medicine, Hospital Medicine, Internal Medicine, Medical Toxicology, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine, Neurodevelopmental Disabilities, Pediatric Cardiology, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine, Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Pediatric Endocrinology, Pediatric Rheumatology, Rheumatology, Sleep Medicine, Sports Medicine, Surgery of the Hand