Anterior Cruciate Ligament Knee Injury

Overview

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Credits

1.50

Pharmacology Credits

0.5

Post Assessment Questions

7

Start Date

1 Sep 2023

Last Review Date

17 Nov 2023

Expiration Date

31 Aug 2026

Estimated Time To Finish

90 Minutes


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Activity Description

The anterior cruciate ligament is one of the two cruciate ligaments that aids in stabilizing the knee joint. It is the most commonly injured ligament in the knee, commonly occurring in football, soccer, and basketball players. Treatment consists of the “RICE” therapy, which includes rest, ice, compression of the affected knee, and elevation of the affected lower extremity. This activity describes the evaluation and management strategies for such injuries and stresses the role of team-based interprofessional care for patients with anterior cruciate ligament injuries.


Target Audience

This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of physicians, physician associates, nurses, pharmacists, and nurse practitioners.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, the learner will be better able to:

  • Describe the clinical features of anterior cruciate ligament injuries.

  • Outline the detailed evaluation in patients with anterior cruciate ligament injuries.

  • Explain the management and long-term rehabilitation of patients with anterior cruciate ligament injuries.

  • Review the need for improved care coordination amongst interprofessional team members to enhance care delivery and prevent long-term disability in patients with anterior cruciate ligament injuries.

  • Outline the pharmacologic therapy as it applies to Anterior Cruciate Ligament Knee Injury

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