Basal Cell Carcinoma

Overview

4.6 out of 5 (46 Reviews)

Credits

1.50

Post Assessment Questions

8

Start Date

1 Sep 2023

Last Review Date

13 Mar 2024

Expiration Date

31 Aug 2026

Estimated Time To Finish

90 Minutes


 
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Activity Description

Basal cell carcinoma is the most common cutaneous malignancy, affecting close to one in five Americans. Although rarely fatal, basal cell carcinoma can be highly destructive and disfigure local tissues when treatment is inadequate or delayed. This activity describes the risk factors, evaluation, and management of basal cell carcinoma and highlights the role of the interprofessional team in enhancing care delivery for affected patients.


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:

  • Describe the risk factors for basal cell carcinoma.

  • Outline the evaluation of basal cell carcinoma.

  • Summarize the treatment strategies for basal cell carcinoma.

  • Explain the importance of improving care coordination amongst the interprofessional team to optimize the management of patients with basal cell carcinoma.

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Reviews

Daniel B. on 11/23/2020

Excellent topic

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Blake B. on 8/23/2023

Excellent topic!

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Martin B. on 12/28/2023

Erik F. on 12/28/2023

Thank you!

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