OVERVIEW

Chronic Edema: Under-Recognized and Overlooked is organized by Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis (WUSTL).

Starts On: September 26, 2023
Ends On: September 26, 2025

Objectives:
The intended result of this activity is increased knowledge/competence, and upon completion of this course, participants should be able to:
• Review the mechanism of edema formation
• Understand why certain conditions develop from chronic edema
• Examine the interventions that can be used to improve edema
• Discuss how to set up an in-house program to treat edema for better outcomes

ACCREDITATION & CREDITS

Credit Statement:
American Medical Association (AMA Credit)
Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis designates this enduring material for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit ™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC Credit)
Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis designates this enduring material for a maximum of 1 ANCC contact hour.
Interprofessional Continuing Education (IPCE Credit)
This activity was planned by and for the healthcare team, and learners will receive 1 Interprofessional Continuing Education (IPCE) credit for learning and change.

1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™

1 Contact Hour

1 IPCE

TARGET AUDIENCE

PhysicianPhysician AssistantEmergency Medicine PhysiciansCardiologistsFamily PhysiciansNephrologistsHealthcare ManagementGeriatricsAllied health professionalsNurse Practitioners