Complicated Urinary Tract Infections

Overview

4.7 out of 5 (62 Reviews)

Credits

1.50

Pharmacology Credits

0.5

Post Assessment Questions

9

Start Date

1 Sep 2023

Last Review Date

7 Dec 2024

Expiration Date

31 Aug 2026

Estimated Time To Finish

90 Minutes


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Activity Description

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a leading cause of sepsis in hospitalized patients and present a wide spectrum of severity, from simple UTIs that respond well to outpatient antibiotics to complicated UTIs that can escalate to life-threatening urosepsis. This activity provides an in-depth guide to the evaluation, diagnosis, and management of both simple and complicated UTIs. Participants gain insights into current guidelines, including the appropriate use of first-line antibiotics, risk factor assessment, imaging techniques, and the management of specific complications like pyonephrosis, emphysematous cystitis, and recurrent infections.

Special emphasis is placed on addressing the practice gap in antibiotic selection, the overuse of broad-spectrum agents, and the challenges of managing UTIs in high-risk populations, including patients with catheters, renal failure, or posttransplantation. This course also highlights the importance of interprofessional collaboration, patient education, and the integration of emerging diagnostic tools and treatments, such as bacteriophages and advanced imaging. This activity equips clinicians to improve patient outcomes, minimize inappropriate antibiotic use, and effectively manage the complexities of UTIs in diverse clinical scenarios.


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:

  • Differentiate between simple and complicated urinary tract infections based on risk factors, clinical presentation, and potential complications.

  • Assess patients with complicated urinary tract infections to identify underlying anatomical abnormalities, immune status, and potential sources of infection.

  • Implement evidence-based management protocols for the appropriate use of antibiotics and treatment strategies tailored to specific risk profiles.

  • Collaborate amongst the interprofessional team to enhance and ensure continuity of care for patients affected by complicated urinary tract infections.

  • Outline the pharmacologic therapy as it applies to Complicated Urinary Tract Infections

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Well cover the topic

ANTONIO A. on 6/18/2023

Very good activity!

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needs to address treatment of fungus

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