Costochondritis is a benign cause of chest wall pain from costal cartilage inflammation at the rib-to-sternum articulation. Patients present with upper chest wall pain provoked by movement without associated symptoms, such as shortness of breath, coughing, fever, or rash. Costochondritis can mimic myocardial infarction, pneumonia, Herpes zoster, and systemic disorders associated with chest wall or back pain. A comprehensive history and physical exam help exclude chest pain etiologies before making a costochondritis diagnosis. A chest x-ray and electrocardiogram should be considered for all adult patients with chest pain. Costochondritis can be managed with topical analgesics or oral anti-inflammatory medications.This activity for healthcare professionals is designed to enhance learners’ proficiency in evaluating and managing costochondritis. Learners improve their skills in differentiating the condition from serious chest pain causes and providing the appropriate management plan, including diagnostic tests and treatments. Participants become equipped to collaborate effectively within an interprofessional team caring for patients with costochondritis.
- Provider:StatPearls, LLC
- Activity Link: https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/20071
- Start Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- End Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- Credit Details: IPCE Credits: 1.0 hours
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)
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, General Orthopaedics, General Pediatrics, General Surgery, Internal Medicine, Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Soft Tissue & Bone