Iatrogenic Pneumothorax

Overview

4.6 out of 5 (47 Reviews)

Credits

1.50

Post Assessment Questions

8

Start Date

1 Jan 2021

Last Review Date

9 Mar 2024

Expiration Date

31 Dec 2023

Estimated Time To Finish

90 Minutes


 
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Activity Description

A pneumothorax, also known as a collapsed lung, occurs when air (either from the lung or outside) collects in the space between the lung and the chest wall. Pneumothorax can present in 1 of 3 ways: spontaneous (primary), secondary, and traumatic. This activity focuses on a subset of traumatic pneumothoraces known as iatrogenic pneumothorax. This refers to a pneumothorax that has developed secondary to an invasive procedure such as a pulmonary needle biopsy (transthoracic and transbronchial), a central venous line placement, or positive pressure ventilation.

Iatrogenic pneumothorax is an important PSI condition associated with morbidity and mortality. To reduce the rate of iatrogenic pneumothorax, healthcare providers must implement standardized protocols, enhance training and competency assessment, improve communication and documentation, allocate appropriate resources and equipment, and integrate quality improvement initiatives. By fostering a safety culture and implementing evidence-based practices, healthcare systems can mitigate the risk of iatrogenic pneumothorax and improve patient outcomes.

This activity discusses the need to prioritize the cautious insertion of medical devices to mitigate the risk of iatrogenic pneumothorax. An evidence-based management algorithm for iatrogenic pneumothorax is provided for management steps and strategies. Collaboration within an interprofessional team is imperative to cultivate a safety culture and mitigate the risk of iatrogenic pneumothorax. This course emphasizes a shared responsibility for patient safety to proactively address risk factors, implement preventive measures, and collectively strive for optimal patient outcomes.


Target Audience

This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of physicians.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, the learner will be better able to:

  • Apply the pathophysiology of pneumothorax and point-of-care ultrasound or other imaging during diagnostic strategies.

  • Improve processes to prioritize the cautious insertion of medical devices to mitigate the risk of iatrogenic pneumothorax.

  • Implement an evidence-based management algorithm for iatrogenic pneumothorax.

  • Collaborate with the interprofessional team to develop strategies for fostering a safety culture that will mitigate the risk of iatrogenic pneumothorax.

Disclosures

The Campbell University Jerry M. Wallace School of Osteopathic Medicine (CUSOM) requires instructors, planners, managers, and other individuals who are in a position to control the content of this activity to disclose any real or apparent conflict of interest they or their immediate family may have as related to the content of this activity. All identified conflicts of interest are thoroughly vetted by CUSOM for resolution, to ensure fair balance, scientific objectivity of studies mentioned in the materials or used as the basis for content, and appropriateness of patient care recommendations.

CUSOM will identify, review, and resolve all conflicts of interest that faculty, authors, activity directors, planners, managers, peer reviewers, or relevant staff disclose prior to an educational activity being delivered to learners. Disclosure of a relationship is not intended to suggest or condone bias in any presentation but is made to provide participants with information that might be of potential importance to their evaluation of a presentation. Disclosure information for authors, editors, planners, peer reviewers, and/or relevant staff is provided with this activity.

Continuing Education Accreditation Information

 

 

The Campbell University Jerry M. Wallace School of Osteopathic Medicine (CUSOM) is accredited by the American Osteopathic Association to provide osteopathic continuing medical education for physicians. CUSOM designates this enduring material for a maximum of 1.50 AOA Category 1 B Credits and will report CME credits commensurate with the extent of the physician's participation in the activity.

Cancellation Policy: Cancellations must be received in writing and a money back guarantee is provided if not completely satisfied.

  • StatPearls and CUSOM reserve the right to cancel any course due to unforeseen circumstances. StatPearls and CUSOM will not be responsible for other expenses incurred by the participant in the unlikely event that the program is canceled.

Equal Opportunity

  • StatPearls and CUSOM are Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action / Equal Access Institutions. 

Medium or Media Used:

  • Computer Requirements:  Internet Access
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Instructions for Credit

  1. Register for the activity and create a StatPearls login.     
  2. Review the required accreditation information:  Target audience, learning objectives and disclosure information.
  3. Complete the entire self-study activity.
  4. Complete the post-test assessments.
  5. Successfully pass the post-test with a minimum score of 100%.
  6. Complete the evaluation form.
  7. Obtain a certificate.

StatPearls and CUSOM adheres to AOA Standards regarding commercial support of continuing medical education. It is the policy of StatPearls and Campbell that the faculty and planning committee disclose real or apparent conflicts of interest relating to the topics of this educational activity, that relevant conflict(s) of interest are resolved and also that authors and editors will disclose any unlabeled/unapproved use of drug(s) or device(s) during their presentation. Detailed disclosure will be made prior to starting the activity.

The information provided at this CME/CE 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.

This course is intended for osteopathic physicians who wish to earn AOA CME credit. Take this version of the course to ensure you receive appropriate credit.

 

 
 

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Harlan H. on 2/25/2023

Excellent presentation of causes of pneumothorax and differing treatment scenarios . Excellent!

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asi y. on 10/25/2023

Please submit MOC points to the ABIM for myself, Matthew Ornstein MD

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