{{ (moduleVm.actions && moduleVm.changeStatus) ? moduleVm.status : '' }} Use of Stellate Ganglion Block to Treat Posttraumatic Stress Disorder: A Narrative Review
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Description
NOTE: This activity requires payment before viewing.Purpose of Activity
To explore current evidence on the use of stellate ganglion block to alleviate some of the symptoms of posttraumatic stress disorder.Learning Objectives
After completing this continuing education activity you will be able to:
- Review the history and diagnostic criteria of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
- Describe currently available treatment options.
- Explain the mechanism of action and interpret the evidence on use of stellate ganglion blocks to treat PTSD.
- Identify potential complications involved with use of stellate ganglion block in treatment of PTSD.
Disclosures
The authors, faculty, and staff in a position to control the content of this CME/CNE activity have disclosed that they and their spouses/life partners (if any) have no financial relationships with, or financial interests in, any commercial organizations relevant to this educational activity.
Price:
$49.00
Credits:
- ANCC 1.0 CH
- DC - BON 1.0 CH
- KY-BON 1.0 CH
- GA - BON 1.0 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.
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Test Code: TPM1119
Published: Nov 2019
Expires: 12/31/2026
Sources:
Topics in Pain Management
Required Passing Score: 7/10 (70%)
Specialties:
Neurology