Registration Information
THIS ACTIVITY REQUIRES CREDIT CARD PAYMENT. If you ordered this product in advance, click Learning Search to locate the activity.
To enroll in the series with one easy payment, or to enroll multiple participants from the same institution, call 800-323-4040 option 1. This option is only available until December 31, 2020, after this date this activity is only accessible by an online credit card payment.
Description
Patients with cirrhosis are often transfused with platelets and plasma, yet the optimal role of these blood products is often poorly understood by ordering providers. This activity reviews the variety of plasma and platelet products available for transfusion, explores the role of plasma and platelet transfusion in stable, nonbleeding patients with cirrhosis, and discusses options to maintain a platelet inventory that is adequate to support their patients’ needs while minimizing wastage of unused units.
This clinical pathology activity is intended for pathologists and residents.
Objectives
After completing this SAM eligible activity and posttest, you should be able to:
- Compare and contrast the various types of plasma that are available for transfusion.
- Describe the role of plasma and platelet transfusions in stable, nonbleeding patients with cirrhosis.
- Develop a plan to monitor efficacy of platelet transfusions.
- Employ strategies to maintain adequate platelet inventory while minimizing wastage.
Related Link
Clinical Pathology Improvement Program
CME Information
Accreditation: The College of American Pathologists (CAP) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
CME Category 1: The College of American Pathologists designates this internet enduring material educational activity for a maximum of 1.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
This activity meets the American Board of Pathology’s (ABPath) Continuing Certification (CC) requirements for Self-Assessment Modules (SAMs).
This activity meets the American Board of Pathology’s (ABPathath) Continuing Certification (CC) requirements for Improvement in Medical Practice (IMP).
Continuing Professional Development (CPD), Section 3 Credit
Accreditation in Canada: This event is an Accredited Self Assessment Program (Section 3) as defined by the Maintenance of Certification Program of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, approved by the Canadian Association of Pathologists - Association Canadienne des Pathologistes. You may claim a maximum of 1.25 hours equivalent to 3.75 credits.
Passing Requirements
You have a total of three opportunities to take and pass the posttest. If you correctly answer 70% or more of the posttest items, you may claim credit. CME/SAM credit can be applied to the American Board of Pathology (ABPath) Self-Assessment Module (SAM) requirements. You must pass the posttest to claim credit; therefore, if you do not pass, you cannot claim any credit.
Attention Canadian Participants: You have three opportunities to take and pass the posttest. If you do not pass the posttest after three attempts, you may still claim CPD credit (self-assessment program credits) for this activity. Please contact a representative of the CAP Learning Division at 800-323-4040 option 1 or education@cap.org with the name of this activity and the date completed to request a letter of participation.
Payment Information
To pay with a check, print a copy of this page and send it with your check to the address below. You will be notified when your payment has been processed and you have been registered into the activity.
College of American Pathologists
Education Division
325 Waukegan Road
Northfield, IL 60093-2750
Refund Policy
Refunds will be handled on an exception basis. Please submit your request to the CAP in writing via email at
education@cap.org or fax at 847 832-8006.
Technical Requirements
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CAP Learning has recognized that some Veteran’s Administration, US Government, and military participants may have difficulty accessing the online assessment portion of this activity. If you experience difficulty or have any questions, please contact a representative of the CAP Learning Division at 800 323-4040 option 1 or education@cap.org.
Availability
This activity and evaluation are available June 15, 2020, and expire June 14, 2023, at 12:00 AM (ET). You MUST claim credit by this date and time.
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