A Comprehensive Look at Asthma
Asthma is a common condition that affects people of all ages. Various treatment options can prevent acute asthma exacerbations and promote a better prognosis. The National Asthma Education and Prevention Program (NAEPP) guidelines and the Global Initiative for Asthma (GINA) Strategy for Asthma Management and Prevention provide information and recommendations for asthma diagnosis, treatment, and management.
Asthma is a common condition that affects people of all ages. Various treatment options can prevent acute asthma exacerbations and promote a better prognosis. The National Asthma Education and Prevention Program (NAEPP) guidelines and the Global Initiative for Asthma (GINA) Strategy for Asthma Management and Prevention provide information and recommendations for asthma diagnosis, treatment, and management.
Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education
In support of improving patient care, Relias LLC is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
Relias LLC designates this enduring activity for a maximum of 2.00 AMA PRA category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education
In support of improving patient care, Relias LLC is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
Type Activity: Knowledge
Target Audience Designation: P
ACPE Universal Activity Number: JA4008266-0000-22-006-H01-P
Alabama State Board of Respiratory Therapy
Alabama State Board of Respiratory Therapy (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
This module is approved for 2.00 contact hours.
Florida Board of Medicine
Florida Board of Medicine (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
Physicians will receive 2.00 AMA PRA category 1 Credits™.
Florida Board of Pharmacy
Florida Board of Pharmacy (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
This module is approved for 2.00 contact hours.
Florida Board of Respiratory Care
Florida Board of Respiratory Care (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
This module is approved for 2.00 contact hours.
Florida Physician Assistants
Florida Physician Assistants (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
Georgia Composite Medical Board - Respiratory Care Professionals
Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners
Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners (CEBroker Provider #: 50-290)
Physicians will receive 2.00 AMA PRA category 1 Credits™.
Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners - Respiratory Therapy
Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners - Respiratory Therapy (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
Respiratory Therapists will receive 2.00 contact hours for participating in this course.
Mississippi State Board of Medical Licensure
Mississippi State Board of Medical Licensure (CEBroker Provider #: 50-290)
Physicians will receive 2.00 AMA PRA category 1 Credits™.
Mississippi State Department of Health Bureau of Professional Licensure Respiratory Care Practitioners
Mississippi State Department of Health Bureau of Professional Licensure Respiratory Care Practitioners (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
Respiratory Therapists will receive 2.00 contact hours for participating in this course.
New Mexico Medical Board
Physicians will receive 2.00 AMA PRA category 1 Credits™.
Ohio State Medical Board
State Medical Board of Ohio (CEBroker Provider #: 50-290)
Physicians will receive 2.00 AMA PRA category 1 Credits™.
Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision- Respiratory Therapy
Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision- Respiratory Therapy (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
This module is approved for 2.00 contact hours.
South Carolina Board of Medical Examiners
South Carolina Board of Medical Examiners (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
Tennessee Board Of Medical Examiners
Tennessee Board of Medical Examiners (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
Physicians will receive 2.00 AMA PRA category 1 Credits™
Recognize clinical presentations of asthma and how asthma is diagnosed and assessed.
Identify the components of comprehensive asthma care.
Review pharmacotherapeutic agents and appropriate treatments for acute and chronic asthma scenarios.
Select important patient education and counseling points for various asthma treatments.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Asthma Definitions, Epidemiology, and Diagnosis
Overview and Definitions
Epidemiology and Risk Factors
Diagnosis
Summary
Section 3: Emergency Treatment of Asthma Exacerbations
Indications for Transfer to a Hospital
Initial Assessment
Treatment
Follow-Up Assessment
Summary
Section 4: Long-Term Management of Asthma
Assessing Asthma Control and Severity
Educating Patients
Controlling Environmental Factors and Comorbid Conditions
Medication Therapy
Summary
Section 5: Beta-Agonists
Introduction
Albuterol
Levalbuterol
Terbutaline Sulfate
Epinephrine
Ephedrine
Combination SABA and Short-Acting Anticholinergic Agents (SAAC)
Long-Acting Beta-Agonists (LABAs)
Summary
Section 6: Corticosteroids
Introduction
Inhaled Corticosteroids
Oral Corticosteroids
ICS and LABA Combinations
ICS, LABA, and LAMA Combinations
Summary
Section 7: Other Therapies
Methylxanthines
Leukotriene Antagonists
Monoclonal Antibodies (MABs)
Immunotherapy
Bronchial Thermoplasty
Summary
Section 8: Clinical Vignette
Meet Mateo
Section 9: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributors
References
Gabrielle Ruggiero has a dual major Bachelor of Arts degree in Biochemistry/Molecular Biology and in Psychology, and a Doctor of Pharmacy degree. She works as a pharmacist at a community hospital and its outpatient chemotherapy infusion center. She also enjoys writing and has earned an Essential Skills Certificate from the American Medical Writers Association.Writer: Kimberly Workman, MA
Ms. Workman is an Instructional Designer at Relias. She has a Master of Arts in Technology and Communication, as well as graduate certificates in Public Health, Epidemiology, and Digital Communications. Ms. Workman has a background in writing and designing online continuing medical education for physicians and other health professionals on multiple educational platforms, including web-based, game-based, and immersive learning environments. She has also used simulation training extensively to connect learning to real-world environments.
The target audience for this course is: Pharmacists; Physician Assistants; Physicians; Respiratory Therapists; in the following settings: Acute Care Facility.
Asynchronous/Online Distance Learning; please see certificate details for specifics on delivery format.
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All courses offered by Relias, LLC are developed from a foundation of diversity, inclusiveness, and a multicultural perspective. Knowledge, values and awareness related to cultural competency are infused throughout the course content.
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All characteristics and organizations referenced in the following training are fictional. Any resemblance to any actual organizations or persons living or dead, is purely coincidental.
To earn continuing education credit for this course you must achieve a passing score of 80% on the post-test and complete the course evaluation.
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