Program #842 • Available Monday, November 22, 2004
Certified for AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ through Thursday, November 22, 2007

Acute Abdominal Pain in Adults

 

Program Description

Efficient, accurate diagnosis of the acute abdomen (abdominal pain occurring for less than 24 hours) can be challenging. Effective evaluation relies on a detailed history of the type, degree, location, and chronology of pain sensation, along with identification of factors that stimulate or reduce pain. In addition, the impact of the patient's coexisting medical conditions, and medical and social history should be considered. Systemic, pelvic, rectal, and genital examinations also should be included. Dr. Greenberger presents key elements for differential diagnosis and discusses primary treatment of acute abdominal pain in adults.

(60 minutes)

Credit Information

Up to 2 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™

This activity is designed for for primary care physicians, emergency medicine physicians, gynecologists, and other healthcare professionals who have an interest in the management of acute abdominal pain.

Learning Objectives

After taking part in this CME activity, participants should be able to:

CME Credit Designations

ACCME The Network for Continuing Medical Education (NCME) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

AMA NCME designates this educational activity for a maximum of 2 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

AAFP This activity has been reviewed and is acceptable for up to 2 Prescribed credits by the American Academy of Family Physicians. AAFP accreditation begins Tuesday, November 22, 2005. Term of approval is for one year from this date, with option for yearly renewal.

AOA This activity is eligible for up to 2 hours of credit in Category 2-A of the American Osteopathic Association.