Influenza viruses belong to the Orthomyxoviridae RNA virus family and are classified into 3 distinct types based on their major antigenic differences: influenza A, influenza B, and influenza C. Influenza viruses cause annual human epidemics, seasonal and pandemics. Seasonal influenza epidemics caused by influenza A and B viruses result in 3 to 5 million severe cases and thousands of deaths globally each year. The influenza A virus causes epidemics and pandemics because of its spread from migrating birds, pigs, horses, and humans. Transmission can be human to human from fomites, coughing, and sneezing. Influenza B exclusively spreads among humans, underscoring its unique transmission pattern limited to human-to-human contact. This singular mode of transmission excludes involvement with other hosts, distinguishing Influenza B from viruses capable of causing pandemics. Influenza C is a mild disease. This activity describes the mode of action of the influenza vaccine, including modes of administration, formulations, adverse event profiles, eligible patient populations, and monitoring, and it highlights the role of the interprofessional team in the management of influenza patients.Participants will gain comprehensive insights into the influenza viruses, their classifications (A, B, and C), and the associated human epidemics, seasonal outbreaks, and pandemics. A thorough understanding of influenza viruses, vaccination strategies, and tailored recommendations for diverse patient populations is emphasized. Clinicians will acquire an understanding of the indications for vaccination, incorporating recommendations from the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, targeting specific age groups and individuals with underlying health conditions.
- Provider:StatPearls, LLC
- Activity Link: https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/23513
- Start Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- End Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- Credit Details: IPCE Credits: 1.5 hours
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: Ambulatory/Outpatient, General Operative Anesthesia, General Otolaryngology, General Pediatrics, General Surgery, Infectious Diseases/Medical Microbiology, Internal Medicine, Pediatric Infectious Diseases