Overview

4.7 out of 5 (488 Reviews)

Credits

3.00

Pharmacology Credits

0.5

Post Assessment Questions

10

Start Date

1 Sep 2023

Last Review Date

17 Aug 2024

Expiration Date

31 Aug 2026

Estimated Time To Finish

180 Minutes


 
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Activity Description

Syphilis is a systemic, bacterial infection caused by the spirochete Treponema pallidum. Due to its many protean clinical manifestations, it has been named the “great imitator and mimicker.” Syphilis remains a contemporary plague that continues to afflict millions of people worldwide. The infection progresses through 4 stages (primary, secondary, latent, and tertiary) and can affect virtually every organ system in the body, even many years or even decades after the original infection.

Early symptoms include the painless chancre of primary disease or the unique maculopapular rash involving the palms and soles of secondary syphilis. As the clinical manifestations are so varied, clinicians need to be constantly aware of the possibility of syphilis in the differential diagnosis of a multitude of illnesses affecting any bodily organ system and perform screening serologic testing frequently and appropriately, particularly in high-risk populations. Fortunately, the causative organism remains very sensitive to antibiotics, and benzathine penicillin G is still recommended for most stages of syphilis, although IV aqueous penicillin G is preferred for neurosyphilis. 

This course will provide clinicians with a comprehensive understanding of syphilis, including its epidemiology, pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, diagnostic approaches, and management strategies. Participants will gain insights into the complexities of syphilis management, together with its medical, psychosocial, and public health implications. This activity also highlights the role of the interprofessional team in addressing the evolving landscape of syphilis and promoting the health and well-being of individuals and populations.


Target Audience

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

Learning Objectives

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

  • Differentiate the stages of syphilis adn the likelihood of progression over time.

  • Apply best practice guidelines in the diagnosis of syphilis based on practices outlined by public health organizations.

  • Improve the diagnosis and treatment of syphilis through increased education of healthcare professionals about the varied clinical manifestations of syphilis.

  • Collaborate among interprofessional team members and public health officials to improve outcomes for patients affected by syphilis.

  • Outline the pharmacologic therapy as it applies to Syphilis

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Continuing Education Accreditation Information

In support of improving patient care, StatPearls, 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.

 

Nurse Practitioners: StatPearls designates this activity for 3.00 ANCC contact hour(s), which includes 0.5 hour(s) of pharmacology. NPs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Please consult your professional licensing board for information on the applicability and acceptance of continuing education credit for this activity.

Method of Participation and Credit

  1. Register for the activity.    
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  3. Study the educational content of the enduring material.
  4. Choose the best answer to each activity test question. To receive credit and a certificate, you must pass the test questions with a minimum score of 100%.
  5. Complete the post-activity assessment survey.

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Disclaimer

This educational activity was planned and produced in accordance with the ACCME Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education. Faculty may discuss investigational products or off-label uses of products regulated by the FDA. Readers should verify all information before employing any therapies described in this educational activity.

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Unapproved Uses of Drugs/Devices: In accordance with FDA requirements, the audience is advised that information presented in this continuing education activity may contain references to unlabeled or unapproved uses of drugs or devices. Please refer to the FDA-approved package insert for each drug/device for full prescribing/utilization information.

Cancellation Policy: Please see the cancellation policy. StatPearls, LLC reserves the right to cancel any course due to unforeseen circumstances.

 

 
 

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