Acute Mastitis

Overview

4.6 out of 5 (57 Reviews)

Credits

1.50

Post Assessment Questions

10

Start Date

1 Jan 2023

Last Review Date

21 Jul 2023

Expiration Date

31 Dec 2025

Estimated Time To Finish

90 Minutes


 
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Activity Description

 

This activity for healthcare professionals aims to enhance clinicians' competence in diagnosing and managing acute mastitis. Lactational and non-lactational mastitis, including periductal mastitis and idiopathic granulomatous mastitis, are discussed. The activity will cover etiology, pathophysiology, epidemiology, histopathology, evaluation, treatment, and complications of mastitis. Clinicians will learn to differentiate mastitis from other breast conditions and apply evidence-based guidelines for appropriate management. The activity will emphasize the importance of continuing breastfeeding during mastitis, early recognition of abscess formation, and educating patients on preventive measures to reduce mastitis incidence. An interprofessional approach will be highlighted to improve healthcare outcomes.


Target Audience

This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of individuals in nursing.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, the learner will be better able to:

  • Screen individuals presenting with breast pain, erythema, swelling, or systemic symptoms to identify those at risk for acute mastitis.
  • Differentiate lactational mastitis, periductal mastitis, and idiopathic granulomatous mastitis based on clinical presentation, risk factors, and diagnostic criteria.
  • Implement evidence-based treatment strategies, including antibiotic therapy, supportive measures, and pain management for each subtype of acute mastitis,
  • Collaborate with the interprofessional team to improve outcomes for patients affected by lactational mastitis.

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In support of improving patient care, this activity has been jointly planned and implemented by Continuing Education, Inc./University at Sea® and StatPearls, LLC. Continuing Education, Inc, is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

This activity is designated for 1.50 ANCC contact hours.

 

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