Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome

Overview

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Credits

1.50

Post Assessment Questions

10

Start Date

1 Sep 2023

Last Review Date

1 Sep 2023

Expiration Date

31 Aug 2026

Estimated Time To Finish

90 Minutes


 
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Activity Description

Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome is a condition caused by a deficiency of thiamine or vitamin B1. Patients classically present with a clinical triad of ophthalmoplegia, altered mental status, and ataxia. This activity outlines the evaluation and management of Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome and explains the role of interprofessional teams in improving care for patients with this condition.

Target Audience

This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of physicians, physician associates, nurses, pharmacists, nurse practitioners, and social workers.

Learning Objectives

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

  • Identify nutritional deficiency of thiamine in the etiology of Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome.
  • Describe the epidemiology of Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome.
  • Outline the use of thiamine replacement in the management of Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome.
  • Summarize the importance of collaboration and communication among the interprofessional team to enhance the delivery of care for patients affected by Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome.

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