Supplement
Disaster Preparedness: Emergency Response To Organophosphorus Poisoning
Gary M. Klein, MD, MBA, MPH, CHS-V, Rama B. Rao, MD, Neal E. Flomenbaum, MD, Lewis S. Nelson, MD, Brenna M. Farmer, MD
Fed Pract. 2008;25(suppl 3):1–21.
Statement of Need: Emergency department and urgent care clinicians must be prepared for chemical disasters and able to readily diagnose and treat large numbers of people exposed to organophosphates through a major industrial accident, pesticides, or a terrorist attack. In the event of a chemical disaster, clinicians at these facilities could find themselves in the role of first responders, and consequently, must be prepared to deliver immediate and appropriate care in coordination with other emergency responders. Therefore, a thorough understanding of the sources and mechanisms of action of organophosphate poisoning, differential diagnosis, current medications, including side effects, and potential drug interactions is essential to providing optimum care for patients. Educational Objectives: After completion of this activity, participants will be able to successfully: - Describe potential sources of and the mechanism of action of organophosphorus pesticides and chemical nerve agents.
- Explain how to diagnose and treat organophosphorus pesticides and nerve-agent poisonings.
- Describe potential drug interactions and side effects of available treatments.
- Define the role of urgent care and emergency department clinicians in disaster response.
Method of Participation: There are no fees for participating and receiving CME credit for this activity. During the period July 2008 through July 31, 2009 participants must 1) read the learning objectives and faculty disclosures; 2) study the educational activity; and 3) go to www.cmeuniversity.com, click on “Find Post-test/Evaluation by Course” on the navigation menu, and search by Course ID: 5569. Upon successfully completing the post-test and evaluation, your certificate will be made available immediately.
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