Chronic Kidney Disease-Associated Pruritus in Practice: Best Practices for Better Patient Identification

Thursday, September 28, 2023

12:00 pm – 12:30 pm  ET 

Virtual
CME/CNE

OVERVIEW

Is it just an itch or something more? Nearly 40% of patients on dialysis in the United States suffer from chronic kidney disease-associated pruritus (CKD-aP), which is described as daily or near daily occurrence of itch in the absence of primary dermatologic findings. CKD-aP is often dismissed by both clinicians and patients, but it can have significant impact on patient quality of life (QoL) such as depression, poor sleep quality, and poor social functioning. With more diagnostic tools and treatment options available, CKD-aP management is changing and requires a team-based approach. In this webinar series, experts will share best practices from their respective institutions on diagnosis, team management, and treatment, as well as tips on patient education, with the ultimate goal of improving outcomes for patients with CKD-aP.

FACULTY

AGENDA

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

12:00 PM - 12:30 PM ET

Burden of CKD-aP

Patient Identification and Diagnosis

Institutional Best Practices

Patient Education for Understanding CKD-aP

Conclusion and Q&A

TARGET AUDIENCE

This activity is intended for nephrologists, nurses, nurse practitioners (NPs), physician assistants (PAs), pharmacists, and other clinicians who treat patients with CKD and on dialysis.

GOAL STATEMENT

The goal of this activity is for learners to be better able to identify and manage patients with chronic kidney disease-associated pruritus (CKD-aP).

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Upon completion of this activity, participants will: Have greater competence related to [LIST][ITEM]Patient identification and diagnosis related to CKD-aP [ITEM]Patient education related to CKD-aP [/LIST]

ACCREDITATION STATEMENT

In support of improving patient care, Medscape, LLC is jointly accredited with commendation 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. [JALOGO] [MEDSCAPE]

[bold]For Physicians[/bold] Medscape, LLC designates this live activity for a maximum of [bold][italic]0.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)[/bold][/italic]™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. [bold]For Nurses[/bold] Awarded 0.50 contact hour(s) of nursing continuing professional development for RNs and APNs.

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