Overview

4.3 out of 5 (13 Reviews)

Credits

1.00

Pharmacology Credits

0.5

Post Assessment Questions

6

Start Date

1 Sep 2023

Last Review Date

29 Oct 2023

Expiration Date

31 Aug 2026

Estimated Time To Finish

60 Minutes


 
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Activity Description

Xeroderma, also known as dry skin, xerosis cutis, or asteatosis, is a prevalent condition resulting from inadequate hydrolipids in the skin. This deficiency can manifest as roughness, tightness, flaking, and scaling of the skin, resulting from various factors such as age, underlying medical conditions, medications, or environmental changes. This activity provides learners with insights into the evaluation and holistic management of xeroderma, including strategies to alleviate pruritus, minimize the risk of skin infections, and ultimately improve patient outcomes. Furthermore, this activity underscores the essential contribution of the interprofessional healthcare team in efficiently addressing the complexities associated with xeroderma, thereby fostering enhanced patient care and satisfaction.


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 clinical signs and symptoms of xeroderma, including skin roughness, tightness, flaking, and scaling, to diagnose the condition accurately.

  • Screen patients for the risk factors and underlying causes of xeroderma, such as comorbidities, medication use, systemic diseases, and environmental exposures.

  • Select suitable active therapeutic ingredients and products for xeroderma based on individual symptoms and preferences, the severity of xeroderma, and potential interactions.

  • Communicate effectively with patients to provide clear explanations about the condition, its management, and the importance of proper moisturization, thereby ensuring informed decision-making.

  • Outline the pharmacologic therapy as it applies to Xeroderma

Disclosures

StatPearls, LLC requires everyone who influences the content of an educational activity to disclose relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies that have occurred within the past 24 months. Ineligible companies are organizations whose primary business is producing, marketing, selling, re-selling, or distributing healthcare products used by or on patients. All relevant conflict(s) of interest have been mitigated. Hover over contributor names for financial disclosures. Others involved in planning this educational activity have no relevant financial relationships to disclose.

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.

 

Nurse Practitioners: StatPearls designates this activity for 1.00 ANCC contact hour(s), which includes 0.5 hour(s) of pharmacology. NPs 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.

If you have concerns regarding the CE/CME system, please contact support@statpearls.com.

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 FDA. 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

Michael D. on 11/27/2021

Dr Abdus S. on 1/21/2022

Dr.Mallikarjun K. on 4/20/2022

Paul H. on 6/1/2022

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Kaitlin C. on 8/12/2022

Aneesh M. on 3/24/2023

Neeraj H. on 6/27/2023

Puja P. on 10/27/2023

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