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The 2020 Lifelong Learning And Self-Assessment Study Guide
Date Release: Jun 2019
The 2020 Lifelong Learning & Self-Assessment Study Guide will prepare you for the ABEM LLSA examination. It includes our "pass-or-it's-free" guarantee as well as 35 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits. Included as part of the 35 credits, this CME activity is eligible for 6 infectious disease, 3 child abuse, 4 trauma, 3 controlled substances, 3 pharmacology, and 3 stroke credits. CME Expires on 7/31/22. Upon termination of CME credit, this activity will be reviewed and updated, and the CME credit will be extended for 3 years.
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Evaluation and Management of Pediatric Patients With Penetrating Trauma to the Torso (Trauma CME)
Date Release: May 2019
This issue offers an evidence-based approach to the management of pediatric patients who present with penetrating trauma to the torso (including gunshot wounds and stab wounds). Guidance and recommendations for the physical examination, primary survey, and secondary survey are provided. 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 05/01/2022.
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Blunt Cardiac Injury: Emergency Department Diagnosis and Management (Trauma CME)
Date Release: Mar 2019
The spectrum of blunt cardiac injury can range from minor soreness to dysrhythmia, free wall rupture, hemorrhage, and sudden death. This issue reviews the latest evidence on the swift diagnosis of cardiac injury and best strategies for treatment. 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 03/01/2022.
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Electrical Injuries in the Emergency Department: An Evidence-Based Review
Date Release: Nov 2018
Patients with electrical injuries in the ED can suffer trauma, external burns, and occult injuries to deep tissues, affecting all body systems. Fluids, cardiac monitoring, and disposition of low-voltage, high-voltage, and lightning strike injuries can vary. CME expired on 11/01/2021. (No CME for this activity).
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Diagnosing and Managing Common Genital Emergencies in Pediatric Girls
Date Release: Oct 2018
This issue reviews the most common traumatic genital injuries (straddle injuries, hematomas, and impalement injuries) and nontraumatic genital emergencies (imperforate hymen and urethral prolapse), and provides evidence-based recommendations for their management in the ED. CME expired on 10/01/2021 - No CME for this activity
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Emergency Department Management of North American Snake Envenomations
Date Release: Sep 2018
Venomous North American snakes include pit vipers (copperheads, water moccasins/cottonmouths, and rattlesnakes) and coral snakes. The diagnostic studies, antivenom treatment, and follow-up required depend on the type of snake and the bite severity. The latest evidence on managing snake bites in the ED is reviewed. Includes 4 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Included as part of the 4 credits, this CME activity is eligible for 4 Trauma CME and 1 Pharmacology CME credits. CME expired on 9/1/2021 - No CME for this activity
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Emergency Department Management of Dental Trauma: Recommendations for Improved Outcomes in Pediatric Patients
Date Release: Aug 2018
Key aspects of managing pediatric dental trauma involve determining whether the affected dentition is primary or permanent and knowing which injuries need emergent intervention. This issue reviews common pediatric dental injuries and provides a systematic emergency medicine-based approach for appropriate evaluation and management of injuries including a fractured tooth, a luxated tooth, and an avulsed tooth.CME expired on 8/1/2021 - No CME for this activity
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The 2019 Lifelong Learning and Self-Assessment Study Guide
Date Release: Jun 2018
This study guide, delivered in print, online, and audio digital formats, is designed to prepare emergency medicine physicians to pass the ABEM exams, as required to maintain board certification. It includes our "pass-or-it's-free" guarantee, as well as 35 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (Specialty CME credits also included: 3 Critical Care credits, 3 Ethics credits, 6 Neurology credits, 6 Obstetrics/Gynecology credits, 4 Pharmacology credits, and 3 Trauma credits) (CME expires 12/1/22).
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Management of Multiply Injured Pediatric Trauma Patients in the Emergency Department
Date Release: Jun 2018
When a child with multiple traumatic injuries presents to the ED, a systematic approach to evaluation and management will ensure that no major injuries are missed. This issue provides recommendations for early recognition of serious injuries, utilization of proper diagnostic studies, and rapid stabilization of injuries, which are key to reducing morbidity and mortality. CME expired on 06/01/2021 - No CME for this activity
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Managing Shoulder Injuries in the Emergency Department: Fracture, Dislocation, and Overuse
Date Release: Jun 2018
Determining the source of shoulder pain - fracture, dislocation, or overuse - is an essential part of management. This issue offers information about effective strategies in diagnostic techniques, pain management, and indications for surgical referral for patients presenting to the ED with shoulder injuries and pain. CME expires on 06/01/2021 - No CME for this activity
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Emergency Department Management of Smoke Inhalation Injury in Adults
Date Release: Mar 2018
This issue reviews the diagnosis and management of airway compromise that can result from fire, smoke, and heat injury, as well as carbon monoxide and cyanide toxicity. Although a standardized diagnostic protocol is lacking, the evidence on best-practice diagnostic tools, airway management, and medical adjuncts are presented. (No CME for this activity).
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Emergency Department Management of Patients With Thermal Burns
Date Release: Feb 2018
Optimal management of a burn patient begins with accurately classifying and measuring the extent of the burns. Every treatment decision that follows - from IV fluid management, wound care, escharotomy, and criteria for referral - depends on it. This issue reviews the best evidence on managing patients with burns, from prehospital management to disposition. (No CME for this activity).
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Pediatric Orthopedic Injuries: Evidence-Based Management in the Emergency Department
Date Release: Sep 2017
This issue reviews the etiology and pathophysiology of child-specific fractures, as well as common injuries of the upper and lower extremities. Evidence-based recommendations for management of pediatric fractures, including appropriate diagnostic studies and treatment, are also discussed. (No CME for this activity).
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Emergency Management of Renal and Genitourinary Trauma: Best Practices Update
Date Release: Aug 2017
This review provides a best-practice approach to the diagnosis and management of renal and genitourinary injuries, with an emphasis on the systematic approach needed to identify subtle injuries and avoid long-term urinary sequelae such as hypertension, incontinence, erectile dysfunction, chronic kidney disease, and nephrectomy. (No CME for this activity).
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Dental Emergencies: Management Strategies That Improve Outcomes
Date Release: Jun 2017
This issue provides a systematic review of the literature on common acute traumatic and atraumatic dental emergencies with a focus on the historical and physical examination findings that must be understood to identify life-threatening infections, relieve pain, salvage natural teeth, and communicate with specialists in the further management of patients after emergency treatment. (No CME for this activity).
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Emergency Trauma Care Primer
Date Release: Oct 2016
This trauma CME resource, delivered in print and online digital formats, presents current guidelines and best practices for treatment of trauma patients. It includes 9 trauma-specific AMA PRA Category 1 CME Credits™, and 9 ANCC Contact Hours; (CME expires 10/1/19).
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Emergency Department Evaluation And Management Of Blunt Chest And Lung Trauma (Trauma CME)
Date Release: Jun 2016
Focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of patients with blunt injuries to the chest, ribs and lung. Decision rules for chest x-ray, CT and bedside lung ultrasonography; treatment controversies including the limitations of needle thoracostomy using standard needle, chest tube placement, and chest tube size. Also airway and ventilation management. 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 06/01/2019.
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