Creutzfeldt Jakob Disease

Overview

4.6 out of 5 (15 Reviews)

Credits

1.50

Post Assessment Questions

9

Start Date

1 Sep 2023

Last Review Date

30 Jan 2024

Expiration Date

31 Aug 2026

Estimated Time To Finish

90 Minutes


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Activity Description

Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD) is a rare, fatal degenerative brain disorder caused by prion proteins. This condition belongs to a group of transmissible spongiform encephalopathies affecting people worldwide, with an incidence of 1 case per million per year. Approximately 350 cases are diagnosed annually in the United States. Death occurs in nearly 70% of patients within a year. Prompt and accurate diagnosis of CJD impacts intervention strategies and overall outcomes.

This activity for healthcare professionals is designed to enhance learners' competence in recognizing and managing CJD. Valuable insights will be gained that will equip learners to work as part of an interprofessional team caring for patients with this condition.


UAN: JA4008338-0000-23-2507-H01-P

Target Audience

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

Learning Objectives

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

  • Differentiate between the sporadic, genetic, and infectious forms of Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease in terms of etiology and presentation.

  • Identify the role of prion proteins in the pathophysiology of Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease.

  • Describe the Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease evaluation process from the clinical encounter to the interpretation of laboratory and imaging results.

  • Collaborate with an interprofessional team in treating patients affected by Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease.

Pharmacy Activity Type:
Disease/Drug Therapy Related


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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.

 

Pharmacists: StatPearls, LLC designates this activity for a maximum of 1.50 ACPE credit(s). (UAN: JA4008338-0000-23-2507-H01-P ). Pharmacists 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

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  2. Review the target audience, learning objectives, and disclosure information.
  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.

The information provided for this activity is for continuing education purposes only and is not meant to substitute for the independent medical/clinical judgment of a healthcare provider relative to diagnostic and treatment options of a specific patient’s medical condition. The information presented does not necessarily reflect the views of StatPearls or any commercial supporters of educational activities on statpearls.com. StatPearls expressly disclaims responsibility for any adverse consequences resulting directly or indirectly from information in the course, for undetected error, or through a participant's misunderstanding of the content.

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.

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Unlimited Pharmacist CE

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