{{ (moduleVm.actions && moduleVm.changeStatus) ? moduleVm.status : '' }} Implementation of a Rib Fracture Triage Protocol in Elderly Trauma Patients

Activity Steps

Purpose of Activity

To provide information on the efficacy of a rib fracture triage protocol among elderly trauma patients.

Learning Objectives

After completing this continuing education activity you will be able to:

  1. Recognize the incidence of and risk factors for rib fractures in the elderly.
  2. Identify the effects of a rib fracture triage protocol in elderly trauma patients.
Price: $21.95

Credits:

  • ANCC 2.0 CH
  • DC - BON 2.0 CH
  • KY-BON 2.0 CH

Lippincott Williams & Wilkins is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.
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This activity is also provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 11749. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins is also an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the District of Columbia and Florida #50-1223. Your certificate is valid in all states.





Test Code: JTN1013A
Published: October/December 2013
Expires: 12/31/2026
Required Passing Score: 13/18 (72%)
Authors: Sheryl M. Sahr MD; Michael L. Webb MD; Catherine Hackett Renner PhD; Rachael K. Sokol DO; James R. Swegle MD, FACS