Volume 5, Issue 1: Pulmonary Exacerbations: Diagnoses, and Therapeutic Regimens
e-Cystic Fibrosis Review is a monthly CE series for nurses, nurse practitioners, and others involved in the care of patients with Cystic Fibrosis. It provides updates on the latest research, best practices, and issues currently under debate, as well as a concise review of relevant journal literature.
(Volume 5, Issue 1)
Target Audience
Nurses and health care professionals involved in the care of patients with Cystic Fibrosis.
Learning Objectives
After participating in this activity, the participant will demonstrate the ability to:
- Summarize the current use of antibiotics in exacerbations
- Describe a hypotheses for why there is incomplete recovery following a pulmonary exacerbation
- Review current approaches to prevent pulmonary exacerbations
Patrick Flume, MD
Professor of Medicine and Pediatrics
Medical University of South Carolina
Charleston, SC
Available Credit
- 1.00 ANCC