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Acute Traumatic Wounds: Evaluation, Cleansing, and Repair in Urgent Care
Date Release: Aug 2022
This issue reviews the current evidence for the evaluation, cleansing, and repair of wounds and lacerations in the urgent care setting. 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 expires 08/01/2025.
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Urgent Care Management of Patients With Thermal Burns
Date Release: Jul 2022
This issue reviews the evidence-based recommendations for urgent care management of thermal burns, including sunburn. 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 07/01/2025.
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Management of Closed Head Injuries in Urgent Care
Date Release: May 2022
Patients with closed head injury (CHI) who present to UC require careful evaluation for any high-risk factors requiring imaging or ED transfer. This course reviews clinical guidelines and decision rules as well as recommendations for discharge. 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 05/01/2025.
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Emergency Department Management of Rib Fractures (Trauma CME)
Date Release: Nov 2021
When rib fractures are suspected following blunt thoracic trauma, initiating multimodal pain control and choosing imaging based on patient risk factors is critical. 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 11/01/2024
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Emergency Department Management of Cervical Spine Injuries (Trauma CME)
Date Release: Oct 2021
Cervical spine injuries can have devastating consequences, and initial ED management is critical in determining the type of injury or fracture and choosing immobilization, imaging, and referral. 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 10/01/2024
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Less-Lethal Law Enforcement Weapons: Clinical Management of Associated Injuries in the Emergency Department (Trauma CME)
Date Release: Aug 2021
This issue discusses injury patterns associated with common less-lethal weapons used by law enforcement, including conducted electrical weapons, pepper spray, tear gas, K-9 bites, and kinetic impact projectiles. Recommendations are provided for evaluation and management of these injuries in the emergency department. Includes 4 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Included as part of the 4 credits, this CME activity is eligible for 1.5 Trauma CME credits. CME expires on 08/01/2024
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Current Topics in Shock and Sepsis Management: Traumatic Hemorrhagic Shock and Septic Shock
Date Release: Apr 2021
This course combines audio and digital components to review critical care management of traumatic hemorrhagic shock as well as sepsis and septic shock. Emergency Medicine Practice and Pediatric Emergency Medicine Practice subscribers receive this content & CME Credit absolutely free! Log in to your subscription or subscribe now to gain instant access.
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The Child With a Syndrome: Considerations for Management in the Emergency Department
Date Release: Apr 2021
This issue reviews 3 pediatric syndromes - spina bifida, Down syndrome, and Marfan syndrome - each of which are associated with unique emergent conditions. The issue discusses the pitfalls in interpreting routine testing and reviews diagnostic and therapeutic approaches helpful in evaluating children with these syndromes.Includes 4 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. CME expires on 04/01/2024.
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Rhabdomyolysis: Evidence-Based Management in the Emergency Department
Date Release: Dec 2020
Rhabdomyolysis is a complex pathological process that requires prompt treatment to prevent potentially life-threatening sequelae. This issue reviews the broad differential and presents evidence-based recommendations for the management of rhabdomyolysis. Includes 4 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. CME expires on 12/01/2023
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Current Topics in Pediatric Trauma Care (Trauma CME)
Date Release: Nov 2020
This course combines audio and digital components to review three topics in pediatric trauma care: concussion/mTBI, blunt abdominal trauma, and diagnostic POCUS. Emergency Medicine Practice and Pediatric Emergency Medicine Practice subscribers receive this content & CME Credit absolutely free! Log in to your subscription or subscribe now to gain instant access. Current Topics in Pediatric Trauma Care includes 12 AMA PRA Category 12 Credits™. Included as part of the 12 credits, this CME activity is eligible for 12 Trauma CME credits. CME expires on 8/14/2022.
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Current Topics in Emergency Trauma Care - Trauma EXTRA Supplement (Trauma CME)
Date Release: Aug 2020
This Trauma EXTRA CME supplement (free to Emergency Medicine Practice subscribers) provides an evidence-based overview of considerations for radiation exposure in trauma imaging as well as strategies for resuscitation in trauma. Includes 4 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Included as part of the 4 credits, this CME activity is eligible for 4 Trauma CME. CME expires on 08/15/2023.
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Concussion in the Emergency Department: A Review of Current Guidelines - Trauma EXTRA Supplement (Trauma CME)
Date Release: Sep 2019
This EXTRA Trauma CME supplement (free to Emergency Medicine Practice subscribers) provides evidence-based recommendations for concussion management in the ED and reviews consensus-based guidelines for the evaluation and management of sport-related concussion and mTBI. 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 09/15/2022.
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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
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. CME expired on 05/01/2022. No CME for this activity
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Blunt Cardiac Injury: Emergency Department Diagnosis and Management
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. CME expired on 03/01/2022. No CME for this activity
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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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The 2017 Lifelong Learning And Self-Assessment Study Guide
Date Release: Jun 2016
This study guide, available online, is designed to prepare emergency medicine physicians to pass the ABEM exam, as required to maintain board certification. It includes our "pass-or-it's-free" guarantee, as well as 35 AMA PRA Category 1 CME Credits™ (Specialty CME credits also included: 3 hours trauma credit, and 6 hours ethics credit) (CME expires 11/30/2023).
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Ocular Injuries: New Strategies In Emergency Department Management (Trauma CME)
Date Release: Nov 2015
Evidence-based recommendations for diagnosis and treatment of ocular trauma: ocular burn, corneal abrasion, retrobulbar hemorrhage, open glob injury, traumatic hyphema, retinal detachment, vitreous hemorrhage, lens dislocation. Includes 4 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Included as part of the 4 credits, this CME activity is eligible for 4 Trauma CME credits and 0.5 Pharmacology CME credits. CME expires on 11/01/2018.
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Emergency Management Of Blunt Chest Trauma In Children: An Evidence-Based Approach (Trauma CME)
Date Release: Nov 2013
This review examines the effects of blunt trauma to the pediatric chest, as well as its relevant etiologies and associated mortality. Diagnostic and treatment options for commonly encountered injuries such as pulmonary contusions, rib fractures, and pneumothoraces are examined. Additionally, this review discusses rarely encountered-yet highly lethal-chest wall injuries such as blunt cardiac injuries, commotio cordis, nonaccidental trauma, and aortic injuries.
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Management Of Mild Traumatic Brain Injury In The Emergency Department (Trauma CME)
Date Release: Sep 2012
This review assesses the burgeoning research in the field and reviews current clinical guidelines and decision rules on mild traumatic brain injury, addressing the concept of serial examinations to identify clinically significant intracranial injury, the approach to pediatric and elderly patients, and the management of patients who are on anticoagulants or antiplatelet agents or have bleeding disorders.
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Ballistic Injuries In The Emergency Department (Trauma CME)
Date Release: Dec 2011
This issue reviews the physics of ballistics as it relates to the tracts and patterns of tissue injury caused by different types of firearms and missiles, and it takes a regional approach to reviewing the current evidence for managing gunshot wounds to the head, neck, thorax, abdomen, genitourinary (GU) system, extremities, and soft tissues. Current guidelines as well as new research and evidence regarding fluid resuscitation, airway management, evaluation strategies, drug therapies, and documentation are discussed.
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Traumatic Hemorrhagic Shock: Advances In Fluid Management (Trauma CME)
Date Release: Nov 2011
This issue of Emergency Medicine Practice focuses on advances in knowledge that should fundamentally change how we treat trauma patients in hemorrhagic shock. The best available evidence from the literature suggests that we must shift away from the paradigms that have guided emergency clinicians in the past.
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Push Hard And Push Fast: The Who, How, And Why Of Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Date Release: Nov 2009
Nearly all pediatricians avail themselves to pediatric advanced life support (PALS) training and certification. Most of us blindly accept the PALS guidelines as being true and unquestioningly commit them to memory. But is there evidence that PALS works? Who comes up with these guidelines and how do they do it? How do these guidelines work and what happens after the initial resuscitation steps have been completed? This article addresses these questions.
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Evidence-Based Management Of Mammalian Bite Wounds
Date Release: Sep 2009
This issue of Pediatric Emergency Medicine Practice reviews the available research on mammalian bite wounds in children to help the emergency clinician choose a strategy for managing the care of their pediatric patients.
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Acute Spinal Injuries: Assessment and Management
Date Release: May 2006
Acute spinal cord injuries (ASCIs) remain a devastating consequence of traumatic injuries around the globe. These injuries cause permanent, profound disabilities and lead to changes in lifestyle ranging from employment to marital status.
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Orthopedic Sports Injuries: Off The Sidelines And Into The Emergency Department
Date Release: Apr 2003
This issue of Emergency Medicine Practice describes management strategies for common orthopedic sports injuries. Prior issues of Emergency Medicine Practice, such as the January 2000 issue on mild head trauma, the February 2000 issue on back pain, the October 2001 issue on cervical spine injuries, the November 2001 issue on wrist injuries, and the May 2002 issue on ankle injuries, also provide pertinent information.
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The Critically Ill Or Comatose Infant: An Organized Approach
Date Release: Oct 2002
The crashing infant is a challenge in any setting. From the largest specialty children's center to the smallest rural ED, a dying baby creates havoc. Even when you think you're prepared, things appear chaotic. Procedures go wrong; rarely used equipment seems to disappear. IV access becomes impossible for even the most experienced hands; your mind freezes when trying to calculate drug doses. The right decisions must come quickly or a baby will die.
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