The spleen, a vital component of the immune system, plays multiple crucial roles in the body, including immune response modulation and blood filtration, and serving as a key site for the production of antibodies and blood cells, while also acting as a reservoir for platelets. However, conditions like asplenism, whether complete or functional, can compromise these functions, increasing the risk of infections, especially those caused by encapsulated bacteria. “Asplenism” refers to the complete absence of the spleen, which can be due to congenital conditions, surgical removal, or certain diseases. On the other hand, functional asplenism is characterized by the spleen’s reduced or impaired function without the organ’s complete absence. Functional asplenism can increase the risk of certain infections, particularly those caused by polysaccharide-encapsulated bacteria, such as Streptococcus pneumoniae and other Streptococcal species, Haemophilus influenzae type b, Neisseria meningitidis, Escherichia coli, Salmonella, Klebsiella.Participants in this activity explore the multifaceted nature of functional abdominal pain syndrome (FAPS), learning about its clinical presentation, diagnostic criteria, and treatment options. The course covers various approaches to evaluation, including history taking, physical examination, and diagnostic testing, along with the importance of ruling out other organic causes of abdominal pain. Learners gain insights into the management of FAPS, which may include lifestyle modifications, dietary interventions, psychological therapies, and pharmacological treatments. Through interprofessional collaboration, clinicians enhance their competence in addressing the complex needs of patients with FAPS, fostering improved communication and coordination among healthcare team members to provide comprehensive and patient-centered care.
- Provider:StatPearls, LLC
- Activity Link: https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/21991
- 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)
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: Adolescent Medicine, Ambulatory/Outpatient, Critical Care Medicine, Gastroenterology, General Operative Anesthesia, General Pediatrics, Hematopathology (LN, Spleen), Hospital Medicine, Infectious Disease, Infectious Diseases/Medical Microbiology, Internal Medicine, Pediatric Anesthesia, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine, Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Pediatric Gastroenterology, Pediatric Hematology-Oncology, Surgical Critical Care