Total knee arthroplasty (TKA) is one of the most highly effective, cost-efficient, and consistently successful surgical procedures in orthopedics. This procedure provides reliable outcomes for patients suffering from end-stage degenerative knee osteoarthritis. This condition is characterized by severe joint pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility, which can significantly impact a patient’s quality of life. Candidates for TKA typically include those who have not responded to conservative treatments such as medications, physical therapy, or injections. TKA aims to alleviate these symptoms and restore function by replacing the damaged knee joint with prosthetic components. This results in improved pain relief and enhanced overall well-being for patients.This activity comprehensively reviews the indications, contraindications, and techniques pertinent to TKA, emphasizing the crucial role of the interprofessional healthcare team in collaborative patient care throughout this procedure. This activity facilitates a better understanding of the principles and considerations of TKA, thereby enabling healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes and enhance patient care and satisfaction. In addition, this activity provides participants with essential knowledge and skills for effectively treating patients with knee osteoarthritis, thereby fostering improved patient care and satisfaction.
- Provider:StatPearls, LLC
- Activity Link: https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/30283
- 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)
ABOS - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABOS)
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) - 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: Adult Reconstruction, All Practice Areas (e.g. ethics), Ambulatory/Outpatient, General Operative Anesthesia, General Orthopaedics, General Surgery, Geriatric Medicine, Internal Medicine, Regional Anesthesia/Acute Pain