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Activity Steps
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Purpose of Activity
To provide a comprehensive overview of the use of femoral nerve blocks (FNBs) and fascia iliaca compartment blocks (FICBs) for relieving the pain of proximal femur fractures (PFFs).Learning Objectives
After completing this continuing education activity you will be able to:
- Review the advantages and disadvantages of, as well as the indications and contraindications for, nerve blocks for the initial pain management of patients with PFFs.
- Describe the key components of performing FNBs and FICBs.
Disclosures
The authors and planners have disclosed no potential conflicts of interest, financial or otherwise.
Price:
$17.95
Credits:
- ANCC 1.5 CH / 1.0 APH
- DC - BON 1.5 CEH
- KY-BON 1.5 CH
- GA - BON 1.5 CH
Lippincott Professional Development is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. This activity is also provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 11749. Lippincott Professional Development is also an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the District of Columbia Board of Nursing, Florida Board of Nursing, and Georgia Board of Nursing, #50-1223.
Awarded Advanced Pharmacology Hours
Awarded Advanced Pharmacology Hours
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Test Code: AENJ0419B
Published: Apr/Jun 2019
Expires: 12/31/2026
Sources:
Advanced Emergency Nursing Journal
Required Passing Score: 13/18 (72%)