Overview

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Credits

1.00

Pharmacology Credits

0.5

Post Assessment Questions

6

Start Date

1 Sep 2023

Last Review Date

1 Sep 2023

Expiration Date

31 Aug 2026

Estimated Time To Finish

60 Minutes


 
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Activity Description

Anal cancer is a rare tumor comprising only 2.5% of all digestive system malignancies in the United States. The pathophysiology of the development of anal cancer is believed to be directly linked to a complex inflammatory process secondary to infections such as Human Papillomavirus types 16 and 18. This activity explains the pathophysiology, classification, evaluation, and management of patients with anal cancer. It highlights the role of the interprofessional team in treating and decreasing long-term morbidity in patients with anal cancer.


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, epidemiology, and pathophysiology, of anal cancer.

  • Outline the evaluation of a patient with anal cancer.

  • Explain the management strategies in a patient with anal cancer.

  • Explain the importance of a cohesive, interprofessional team approach to caring for patients with anal cancer to improve treatment and outcomes.

  • Outline the pharmacologic therapy as it applies to Anal Cancer

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