Adequate calcium intake from dietary sources or supplements is essential for nutrition across all age groups. Dietary sources rich in calcium lead to recommendations such as the recommended dietary allowances; types of calcium supplements; preventive measures; health benefits, including bone health and cardiovascular support; and risks associated with excessive intake. Dietary calcium is crucial in bone health and metabolism. In young patients, adequate vitamin D and calcium intake are critical for bone growth, established around age 30. Adequate bone health reduces the risk of developing osteoporosis and subsequent pathological fractures in adulthood.This activity equips interprofessional healthcare teams to ensure patients receive appropriate dietary calcium for optimal growth, nutrition, and disease prevention. The effects of calcium absorption, high calcium levels, contraindications such as hypercalcemia or conditions affecting calcium metabolism, and the importance of monitoring calcium levels are highlighted. By addressing these topics in depth, healthcare professionals can enhance their understanding and practice in promoting balanced calcium intake among patients and supporting overall wellness.
- Provider:StatPearls, LLC
- Activity Link: https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/20495
- 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)
ABOS - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABOS)
ABPATH - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABPATH)
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) - 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, Chemical Pathology, Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism, General Orthopaedics, General Pediatrics, General Surgery, Internal Medicine, Pediatric Endocrinology