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ForwardPIDS: Group A Streptococcal Pharyngitis
This session will review evidence-based practice for the diagnosis and treatment of Group A Streptococcus. Learn about the importance of utilizing the Modified Centor Score to determine when to test for Group A Strep. Review evidence for appropriate antibiotic treatment for Group A Strep. Apply this new knowledge to clinical case scenarios.
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This continuing education activity is administered by the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP) as an agency providing continuing education credit. Individuals who complete this program and earn a 70% or higher score on the post test will be awarded 0.5 NAPNAP contact hours of which 0.25 is pharmacology content.
Target Audience
Pediatric-focused advanced practice registered nurses
Learning Objectives
Recognize and compare viral symptoms with four common bacterial signs and symptoms that are helpful in the diagnosis of Strep Pharyngitis
State at least one first-line antibiotic treatment and one second-line antibiotic treatment for Strep Pharyngitis
Review how to discern whether a patient is a Strep Pharyngitis carrier
List at least two ways in which advanced practice providers can help parents feel reassured when the diagnosis is viral and there are no antibiotics prescribed
Additional Information
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 2_PIDS_NAPNAP_ Group A Streptococcal Pharyngitis.pdf | 287.58 KB |
Jennifer Nance Ridewood DNP, CPNP, RN
Goldsboro Pediatrics, P.A.
Dr. Nance has no relevant financial disclosures to report.
This continuing education activity is administered by the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP) as an agency providing continuing education credit. individuals who complete this program and earn a 70% or higher score on the post test will be awarded 0.5 NAPNAP contact hours of which 0.25 is pharmacology content.
Available Credit
- 0.50 Contact hours