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Points & Pearls: The Year in Review 2023
Date Release: Aug 2025
This printable PDF compiles all 42 of the 2023 issues of Points & Pearls for Emergency Medicine Practice, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Practice, and Evidence-Based Urgent Care. FREE to complete bundle subscribers. (No CME for this activity).
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The 2025 Lifelong Learning And Self-Assessment Study Guide
Date Release: Sep 2024
The 2025 Lifelong Learning & Self-Assessment Study Guide is designed to prepare emergency medicine physicians to pass the ABEM LLSA exam as well as update you on current topics in emergency medicine. Includes 24 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ and 24 Category 2-B credit hours from the American Osteopathic Association. Included as part of the 24 credits, this CME activity is eligible for 2 Cultural Competency credits, 2 Infectious Disease credits, 2 Pain Management credits, 10 Pharmacology credits, 1 Trauma credit. CME expires on 09/01/2027.
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Brief Resolved Unexplained Events: Practical Evaluation and Management in the Emergency Department
Date Release: Apr 2024
This issue reviews the definition of a brief resolved unexplained event (BRUE), summarizes the risk-stratification criteria for infants who experience a BRUE, provides management recommendations for patients with a lower-risk BRUE, and also discusses literature published since 2016 that expands on that guidance to include the higher-risk group. Includes 4 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. CME expires on 04/01/2027.
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Management of Pediatric Toxic Ingestions in the Emergency Department (Pharmacology CME)
Date Release: Dec 2023
This issue presents an evidence-based approach to common pediatric ingestions, with a focus on initial emergency department stabilization, diagnosis, and management of a selection of the most common and hazardous ingestions. Includes 4 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Included as part of the 4 credits, this CME activity is eligible for 2 Pharmacology CME credits. CME expires on 12/01/2026.
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Evidence-Based Emergency Department Management of Methamphetamine Toxicity (Pharmacology CME)
Date Release: Nov 2023
Patients presenting to the ED with symptoms of methamphetamine use are at risk for rhabdomyolysis, acute kidney injury, and cardiovascular complications if timely treatment is not initiated. Includes 4 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Included as part of the 4 credits, this CME activity is eligible for 1 Pharmacology CME credit, subject to your state and institutional approval. CME expires on 11/01/2026.
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The 2024 Lifelong Learning And Self-Assessment Study Guide
Date Release: Sep 2023
The 2024 Lifelong Learning & Self-Assessment Study Guide is designed to prepare emergency medicine physicians to pass the ABEM LLSA exam as well as update you on current topics in emergency medicine. Includes 26 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ and 26 Category 2-B credit hours from the American Osteopathic Association. Included as part of the 26 credits, this CME activity is eligible for 4 Addiction Disorders credits, 1 Geriatrics credit, 5 Infectious Disease credits, 9 Pharmacology credits, 1 Pain Management credit, 2 Palliative Care credits, 1 Patient Safety credit, 1 Terminally Ill Care credit. CME expires on 09/01/2026.
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Diagnosing and Treating Pericarditis and Myocarditis in the Emergency Department
Date Release: Jul 2023
Pericarditis and myocarditis can present with chest pain, dyspnea, and fatigue, making them difficult to distinguish from ACS and heart failure. With many different causes, both infectious and noninfectious, a thorough history and examination can narrow the differential. Includes 4 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. CME expires on 07/01/2026.
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Urgent Care Management of Possible Rabies Exposure
Date Release: Jun 2022
Although rabies vaccine is rarely administered at urgent care centers, urgent care clinicians can play a role in the prevention of rabies before and after mammalian bites or exposures by identifying patients who require pre- or post-exposure prophylaxis. No CME for this activity.
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Cannabinoids and “Legal Highs”: Recognition and Management in the Emergency Department (Pharmacology CME)
Date Release: Sep 2020
Review the recognition and management of intoxication emergencies in adults, adolescents, and children associated with cannabinoids, synthetic cannabinoids, and other synthetic “designer drugs,” including cathinones, phenethylamines, and methoxetamine. Presentations are discussed for both adult and pediatric patients Emergency Medicine Practice and Pediatric Emergency Medicine Practice subscribers receive this content & CME Credit absolutely free! Log in or subscribe now to gain instant access.
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