Rodenticide Toxicity

Overview

4.6 out of 5 (7 Reviews)

Credits

1.00

Post Assessment Questions

5

Start Date

1 Sep 2023

Last Review Date

22 Jun 2024

Expiration Date

31 Aug 2026

Estimated Time To Finish

60 Minutes


 
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Activity Description

Clinicians participating in this CME activity gain essential knowledge and skills for managing rodenticide toxicity. Specifically, they learn to identify and differentiate the diverse mechanisms of action and clinical presentations of various rodenticides, ranging from anticoagulant-induced bleeding to neurological and metabolic disturbances. This training also emphasizes the importance of promptly identifying the specific rodenticide involved through detailed history-taking, physical examination, and searching for packaging or other indicators. Participants can also assess and implement immediate stabilization techniques, apply specific antidotes, and provide supportive care. They also gain proficiency in interpreting laboratory and diagnostic test results and recognizing abnormalities associated with rodenticide ingestion.

This activity reviews the critical role of consultation with poison control centers and toxicologists for treatment guidance. Clinicians learn to develop and strategize effective treatment plans, incorporating collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes. By the end of the activity, clinicians are also better prepared to coordinate follow-up care and recommend preventive measures to reduce accidental rodenticide exposures. This comprehensive approach improves clinicians' ability to provide timely and accurate diagnosis and management of rodenticide toxicity, ultimately enhancing patient care and safety.


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:

  • Identify the diverse mechanisms of action and clinical presentations of various rodenticides.

  • Screen patients for potential rodenticide exposure through detailed history-taking and physical examination.

  • Select appropriate laboratory and diagnostic tests to confirm rodenticide ingestion and identify associated abnormalities.

  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and strategize effective treatment plans for rodenticide toxicity.

Disclosures

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Commercial Support: This activity has received NO commercial support.

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.

 

Nurses: StatPearls designates this activity for 1.00 ANCC contact hour(s). Nurses 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.    
  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 US Food and Drug Administration. 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.

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

 

 
 

Reviews

Lindsey M. on 11/19/2022

Dr Jagveer S. on 5/29/2023

Gaston D. on 6/9/2023

Akshaya K. on 11/17/2023

Ehsan Q. on 12/9/2023

Likta N. on 4/20/2024

Malani K. on 5/14/2024

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