Watery eyes, or epiphora, represent a common clinical presentation and a symptom with implications spanning all age groups. The condition presents a multifactorial challenge that demands a thorough evaluation for accurate diagnosis and effective management. This activity emphasizes the comprehensive history and clinical examination essential for identifying underlying causes of watery eyes, ranging from benign irritative processes to serious ocular pathologies. Learners will delve into key diagnostic tests, including Schirmer’s test and fluorescein dye disappearance test, and explore imaging studies for complex cases. The session also covers evidence-based treatment options tailored to specific etiologies, from conservative measures to invasive procedures, highlighting the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration among healthcare professionals. Due to the multifaceted nature of excess tearing and the potential impact on patients’ lives, the condition requires a nuanced, patient-specific approach. Treatment strategies, ranging from reassurance to surgical interventions, emphasize the need for collaborative care. By the end of this activity, healthcare professionals will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to navigate the complexities of watery eyes, ensuring effective resolution and improved quality of life for affected individuals.
- Provider:StatPearls, LLC
- Activity Link: https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/142495
- 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)
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)
ABOHNS - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABOHNS) - 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, All Practice Areas (e.g. ethics), General Operative Anesthesia, General Otolaryngology, General Pediatrics, General Surgery, Geriatric Medicine, Internal Medicine