Diborane gas is a highly flammable, reactive, and toxic gas that can irritate the mucosal linings, including the breathing passageways. This substance undergoes a highly exothermic reaction with water at room temperature, producing an explosive reaction. Diborane is used in electronics manufacturing and as a fuel propellant. The toxicity of this substance depends on the gas concentration and the individual’s exposure duration to it. Symptoms of diborane exposure include chest tightness, coughing, skin, eye, and nose irritation, and lacrimation. Respiratory impairment and collapse may occur at higher concentrations due to noncardiogenic pulmonary edema. The treatment for diborane exposure is supportive, as this substance has no antidote.This activity for healthcare professionals is designed to enhance learners’ competence in evaluating and managing diborane toxicity. After participation, learners gain a deeper understanding of diborane toxicity’s symptomatology and evidence-based interventions, allowing them to contribute more effectively within an interprofessional team caring for patients with this condition.
- Provider:StatPearls, LLC
- Activity Link: https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/147458
- Start Date: 2024-12-01 06:00:00
- End Date: 2024-12-01 06:00:00
- 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)
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: All Practice Areas (e.g. ethics), Critical Care Medicine, General Surgery, Hospital Medicine, Neurocritical Care, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine, Pediatric Emergency Medicine