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Activity Steps

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2 Take Test 3Certificate

Purpose of Activity

To review the use of acellular dermal matrices (ADMs) in postmastectomy immediate breast reconstruction.

Learning Objectives

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

  1. Explain the anatomy of breast reconstruction and the role of ADMs in it.
  2. Delineate the risks and benefits of ADM use in one-stage and two-stage reconstruction.

Disclosures

The author and planners have disclosed no potential conflicts of interest, financial or otherwise.

Price: $27.95

Credits:

  • ANCC 3.0 CH
  • DC - BON 3.0 CH
  • KY-BON 3.0 CH
  • GA - BON 3.0 CH

Lippincott Williams & Wilkins 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 Williams & Wilkins is also an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the District of Columbia Board of Nursing, #50-1223, Florida Board of Nursing, #50-1223, and Georgia Board of Nursing, #50-1223. Your certificate is valid in all states.







Planner
Test Code: PSN0715A
Published: Jul/Sep 2015
Expires: 12/31/2026
Sources: Plastic Surgical Nursing
Required Passing Score: 14/18 (77%)
Authors: Albert H. Chao, MD
Categories: Medical-Surgical , Surgery , Women's Health
Specialties: Perioperative, Plastic Surgery
Topics: Breast reconstruction , Cancer , Mammography , Postoperative Care , Reconstruction , Skin graft , Wound Care