A Broken Pathway: Understanding Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia in the Newborn

A Broken Pathway: Understanding Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia in the Newborn is organized by Academy of Neonatal Nursing (ANN).

Release Date: September/October 2021
Expiration Date: October  31, 2024

Intended Audience: All neonatal nurses

NCC Category Codes: NIC2; NNP2

Objectives : 
Upon completion, learners will be able to:
• Discuss the pathophysiology of CAH.
• Outline the tests used to diagnosis CAH.
• Describe the treatment of CAH.

Purpose of this CE Activity : 
The purpose of this article is to educate frontline healthcare team members regarding the pathophysiology and initial presentation of congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) to  improve early identification of patients at risk for potential acute adrenal crisis and help to avert morbidities and mortality related to the diagnosis.