Splenic Injury

Overview

4.6 out of 5 (10 Reviews)

Credits

1.50

Post Assessment Questions

8

Start Date

1 Sep 2023

Last Review Date

7 Apr 2024

Expiration Date

31 Aug 2026

Estimated Time To Finish

90 Minutes


 
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Activity Description

The spleen, a vital intra-abdominal organ, is commonly injured, often leading to life-threatening bleeding. As the body's most vascular organ, splenic injuries often involve bleeding, leading to significant hemoperitoneum. Splenic trauma management requires an interprofessional healthcare team, including physicians, nurses, radiologists, intensivists, and laboratory personnel, who must be aware of the physiological and immunological changes that can occur. This multidisciplinary approach relies on factors such as hemodynamic stability and imaging results to determine the appropriate course of action. While most cases are conservatively managed with close observation, serial examinations, and blood tests to monitor for complications, surgical intervention may be necessary for hemodynamically unstable patients.

The choice between nonoperative, operative, or embolization approaches is contingent upon the patient's hemodynamic status, imaging results, and the clinical judgment of the treating team. In cases of traumatic injuries, surgical intervention can be promptly initiated, with postoperative care addressing any immunocompromised status following splenectomy. Motor vehicle accidents, blunt trauma, and falls are primary causes of splenic injury, often leading to substantial blood loss and potentially life-threatening complications. Radiological adjuncts, notably the focused assessment with sonography for trauma (FAST) and computed tomography (CT) scans, are crucial in diagnosis. This activity offers insights into both nonoperative and operative interventions, shedding light on the features of fatal complications encountered during the treatment of splenic injuries. This activity guides healthcare providers to adopt new diagnostic tools and therapeutic approaches, prioritizing patient outcomes and reducing morbidity and mortality risks.


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 signs and symptoms indicative of splenic injury in patients presenting with trauma or abdominal pain.

  • Implement appropriate management strategies for splenic injuries based on the severity of the injury and the patient's overall condition.

  • Select the most appropriate imaging modalities for diagnosing and monitoring splenic injuries based on patient characteristics and clinical presentation.

  • Collaborate with healthcare professionals from various disciplines to manage splenic injuries, optimize patient care, and facilitate rehabilitation after splenic injury.

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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.

 

Nurses: StatPearls designates this activity for 1.50 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.

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Reviews

Matthew K. on 8/6/2022

ALI H. on 8/9/2022

Gary J. on 5/3/2023

Jason R. on 7/26/2023

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