IMcp-Internal Medicine – Common Problems: Atrial Fibrillation; Chest Pain; Depression

IMcp-Internal Medicine – Common Problems: Atrial Fibrillation; Chest Pain; Depression is organized by American Medical Seminars (AMS), Inc.

Original Release Date: July 1, 2020  
Expiration Date: July 1, 2023

Topics And Objectives:
TOPIC 1: Atrial Fibrillation in the Hospitalized Patient.
Upon completion of this session, the participant should be able to: COMP, GL
• Assess and evaluate treatment options for atrial fibrillation with the rapid ventricular response, as per the 2010 HFSA Guidelines.
• Employ appropriate anticoagulation strategies for atrial fibrillation.
• Distinguish the advantages of rhythm versus rate control treatment strategies, 2014 ACC/AHA Guidelines for atrial fibrillation management.
• Determine the possible underlying causes of CHF exacerbations

TOPIC 2: Approach to the Management of Chest Pain.
Upon completion of this session, the participant should be able to: EBM, GL, COMP
• Evaluate the complaint in the context of history, physical exam, and EKG findings.
• Develop a strategy to use cardiac biomarkers in the evaluation of ACS.
• Use recent research studies and guidelines to develop an approach to the patient with chest pain.

TOPIC 3: Rational Management of Depression in Primary Care.
Upon completion of this session, the participant should be able to: GL, COMP
• Employ an appropriate initial approach to the use of the updated USPSTF Guidelines for screening patients with depression.
• Determine the proper role of second-generation antidepressants as per the ACP Guideline.
• Assess the effectiveness of augmentation and switching strategies.
• Specify the most common side effects, as per the 2016 ACP Guidelines, of commonly used antidepressants.