Pediatric Facial Fractures

Overview

4.2 out of 5 (4 Reviews)

Credits

1.00

Pharmacology Credits

0.0

Post Assessment Questions

5

Start Date

1 Sep 2023

Last Review Date

16 Mar 2024

Expiration Date

31 Aug 2026

Estimated Time To Finish

60 Minutes


 
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Activity Description

Facial fractures occur less commonly in children than adults but may result in significant morbidity and lifelong consequences. Children's unique anatomical and developmental characteristics necessitate nuanced evaluation and management approaches. As facial fractures often accompany broader trauma, a comprehensive understanding of associated injuries is crucial, with particular attention to potential airway compromise, head trauma, and concomitant injuries. Pediatric facial trauma's diverse etiologies make interprofessional collaboration between facial surgery, neurosurgery, and pediatric specialists essential for optimal care. Adherence to the Advanced Trauma Life Support guidelines ensures systematic evaluation and timely intervention, emphasizing the importance of early recognition and treatment of life-threatening conditions.

This activity for healthcare professionals is designed to enhance learners' proficiency in evaluating and managing pediatric facial fractures. Participants gain deeper insights into the pediatric facial skeleton's unique anatomical features and growth patterns compared to adults, strengthening their skills in creating individualized diagnostic and treatment approaches for affected patients. After participation, learners become prepared to collaborate effectively within an interprofessional team to improve outcomes for young patients with facial fractures.


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 signs and symptoms indicative of facial fractures in pediatric patients.

  • Create a clinically guided diagnostic strategy for a young patient with a suspected facial fracture.

  • Develop a personalized management plan for a pediatric patient with facial trauma.

  • Collaborate within an interprofessional team to formulate short- and long-term management strategies to enhance outcomes for children with facial fractures.

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.

 

Nurse Practitioners: StatPearls designates this activity for 1.00 ANCC contact hour(s), which includes 0 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

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  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 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.

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Reviews

Mary P. on 3/30/2021

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Caitlin C. on 7/28/2021

Marissa A. on 11/4/2022

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