Overview

5 out of 5 (2 Reviews)

Credits

1.00

Pharmacology Credits

0.0

Post-Assessment Questions

5

Start Date

1 Sep 2023

Last Review Date

29 Oct 2024

Expiration Date

31 Aug 2026

Estimated Time To Finish

60 Minutes


Unlimited Nurse Practitioner CE

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Activity Description

Urethral strictures are a common yet often overlooked urological condition characterized by the narrowing of the urethra, which can lead to various urinary symptoms and complications. This condition can be caused by multiple etiologies and varies in severity. Urethral strictures can significantly impact patients' quality of life. Understanding the basics of urethral strictures is essential for healthcare professionals to diagnose, treat, and manage this condition effectively. 

Patients with obstructive urinary symptoms who do not respond to standard therapy, such as men treated with alpha-blockers for benign prostatic hyperplasia, should be suspected of having a possible urethral stricture. Diagnostic measures are discussed, and definitive therapies are summarized, including intermittent self-catheterization/dilation and paclitaxel-coated urethral balloon dilation therapy.

The latest insights, best practices, and multidisciplinary approaches are vital to improving patient outcomes and safety. Public education and prevention efforts regarding urethral strictures are crucial to raise awareness and reduce the incidence. This activity describes the most current information on the etiology, evaluation, and management of urethral strictures, highlighting the role of the interprofessional team in providing comprehensive and high-quality care for patients with this challenging condition.


Target Audience

This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of physicians, physician associates, nurses, pharmacists, and nurse practitioners.

Learning Objectives

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

  • Differentiate between types of urethral strictures, including anterior and posterior strictures, based on clinical presentation, etiology, and anatomical location.

  • Screen patients at risk for urethral strictures by evaluating relevant medical history, symptoms, and risk factors, such as prior urethral trauma, urinary tract infections, or instrumentation.

  • Apply evidenced-based nonsurgical and surgical interventions for the management of urethral strictures.

  • Collaborate with an interprofessional team to facilitate accurate diagnosis and comprehensive treatment planning for patients with urethral strictures.

Disclosures

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Commercial Support: This activity has received NO commercial support.

Continuing Education Accreditation Information

In support of improving patient care, StatPearls, LLC 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.

 

Nurse Practitioners: StatPearls designates this activity for 1.00 ANCC contact hour(s), which includes 0 hour(s) of pharmacology. NPs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Please consult your professional licensing board for information on the applicability and acceptance of continuing education credit for this activity.

Method of Participation and Credit

  1. Register for the activity.    
  2. Review the target audience, learning objectives, and disclosure information.
  3. Study the educational content of the enduring material.
  4. Choose the best answer to each activity test question. To receive credit and a certificate, you must pass the test questions with a minimum score of 100%.
  5. Complete the post-activity assessment survey.

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Disclaimer

This educational activity was planned and produced in accordance with the ACCME Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education. Faculty may discuss investigational products or off-label uses of products regulated by the FDA. Readers should verify all information before employing any therapies described in this educational activity.

The information provided for this activity is for continuing education purposes only and is not meant to substitute for the independent medical/clinical judgment of a healthcare provider relative to diagnostic and treatment options of a specific patient’s medical condition. The information presented does not necessarily reflect the views of StatPearls or any commercial supporters of educational activities on statpearls.com. StatPearls expressly disclaims responsibility for any adverse consequences resulting directly or indirectly from information in the course, for undetected error, or through a participant's misunderstanding of the content.

Unapproved Uses of Drugs/Devices: In accordance with FDA requirements, the audience is advised that information presented in this continuing education activity may contain references to unlabeled or unapproved uses of drugs or devices. Please refer to the FDA-approved package insert for each drug/device for full prescribing/utilization information.

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Reviews

SCOTT C. on 11/29/2022

Anthony M. on 2/6/2025

Unlimited Nurse Practitioner CE

Stay up to date on the latest medical knowledge with 6711 CE activities. In these online self-assessment activities, read our reference articles and test your knowledge with more than 7981.5 hours of CE.

6 Month Unlimited Nurse Practitioner CE

Access to all the Unlimited Nurse Practitioner CE activities in all specialties.

$199 per half year per user

1 Year Unlimited Nurse Practitioner CE

Access to all the Unlimited Nurse Practitioner CE activities in all specialties.

$299 per 1 year per user