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Knowing whether and how to treat hypertensive patients in the ED is challenging, and interpretation of guidelines is vital to improve patient outcomes. Includes 4 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Included as part of the 4 credits, this CME activity is eligible for 2 Pharmacology CME credits, subject to your state and institutional approval. CME expires on 06/01/2026.

This issue reviews resuscitation of children in cardiac arrest and highlights practice changes in the 2020 Pediatric Advanced Life Support guidelines. Includes 4 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Included as part of the 4 credits, this CME activity is eligible for 1 Pharmacology CME credit. CME expires on 06/01/2026

While presentations are sometimes nonspecific, timely diagnosis and treatment of tick-borne illnesses are critical. This issue reviews the diagnosis and management of the tick-borne illnesses most likely to be seen in urgent care. Includes 4 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Included as part of the 4 credits, this CME activity is eligible for 4 Infectious Disease and 1 Pharmacology CME credits. CME expires on 06/01/2026.

Foreign body ingestion is a common ED presentation, and it is essential to know what type of imaging is most helpful, when emergent intervention is required, and when watchful waiting is appropriate. Includes 4 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. CME expires on 05/01/2026.

This issue reviews the general approach, differential diagnosis, and initial workup and management of life-threatening causes of pediatric headaches. Includes 4 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Included as part of the 4 credits, this CME activity is eligible for 1 Stroke CME credit and 1 Pharmacology CME credit. CME expires on 05/01/2026

This issue reviews the urgent care management of common acute traumatic and atraumatic dental emergencies. Includes 4 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Included as part of the 4 credits, this CME activity is eligible for 3 Trauma, 2 Pain Management, 1 Infectious Disease, and 1 Pharmacology CME credits. CME expires on 05/01/2026.

This Trauma EXTRA CME supplement (free to Emergency Medicine Practice subscribers) reviews evidence-based recommendations for the evaluation and management of patients who have experienced intimate partner violence. Includes 4 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Included as part of the 4 credits, this CME activity is eligible for 4 Trauma, 4 Domestic Violence, and 4 Ethics CME credits. CME expires on 4/20/2026.

Managing patients with gunshot injuries depends on the location of the wounds. This issue outlines best practices for gunshot wounds to the head, neck, chest/abdomen, and extremities. Includes 4 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Included as part of the 4 credits, this CME activity is eligible for 4 Trauma CME credits. CME expires on 04/01/2026.

This issue reviews rare but dangerous etiologies of pediatric back pain, highlights potential red-flag signs and symptoms, and provides recommendations for evaluating and managing children with undifferentiated back pain in the emergency department. Includes 4 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. CME expires on 04/01/2026

This issue reviews evidence-based recommendations and current guidelines for management of community-acquired pneumonia in urgent care settings. Includes 4 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Included as part of the 4 credits, this CME activity is eligible for 1 Pharmacology and 4 Infectious Disease CME credits. CME expires on 04/01/2026.