Objectives:
1. Recall the recommended diagnostic approaches to differentiate between complicated and uncomplicated bacteremia, and identify important differences in how each is managed
2. Recall at least two treatment alternatives in patients who elope from the hospital or who can not have indwelling central venous catheters for longer term antibiotics
3. Recall three lesser known, but serious antibiotic side-effects of commonly used antibiotics (especially in elderly); and 3 important antibiotic ‘donut holes’
4. Become familiar with the approach to evaluating a fever in a complex or special population patient
5. Identify the commonly encountered bacteria that is causing a wave of severe infections in the Northeast US and recall standard and newer treatment recommendations
The Maine Osteopathic Association is accredited by the American Osteopathic Association to provide osteopathic continuing medical education for physicians. The Maine Osteopathic Association designates this program for a maximum of 1.0 AOA Category 1-A credits and will report CME and specialty credits commensurate with the extent of the physician’s participation in this activity.
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