Hymenoptera Hypersensitivity: An Update
This enduring material is based on AAAAI teaching slides and reviews the update to Hymenoptera Hypersensitivity.
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Physicians can earn 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ and nurses can earn 1.20 CE Contact Hours. Credit is available November 14, 2013 through November 30, 2015.
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Target Audience
- Physcians
- Fellows
- Residents
- Nurses
- Allied Health Professionls
Learning Objectives
Upon Completion of this activity, participants will be able to:
- Discuss evaluation and management of stinging insect hypersensitivity.
- Discuss key changes from the 2004 to the 2011 practice parameter.
- Discuss the recommendations for stinging insect hypersensitivity management, particularly the appropriate use of immunotherapy.
- Explain cross-reactivity among various species and new tools to address this issue in the clinic.
- Implement guideline-based behaviors in practice when treating patients at risk for insect allergy.
Available Credit
- 1.00 AttendanceAttendance credit.
- 1.20 CECE credit.
- 1.00 CMECME credit.