Activity ID
11161Expires
February 6, 2027Format Type
EnduringCME Credit
0.75Fee
$30CME Provider: American Medical Association
Description of CME Course
In the United States, more than 38,000 persons die from firearm-related injuries each year. Screening and counseling to increase safety is performed by a minority of physicians despite the clinically accepted need. This module explores common barriers to communicating with patients about firearm safety.
Disclaimers
1. This activity is accredited by the American Medical Association.
2. This activity is free to AMA members.
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NoNOTE: If a Member Board has not deemed this activity for MOC approval as an accredited CME activity, this activity may count toward an ABMS Member Board’s general CME requirement. Please refer directly to your Member Board’s MOC Part II Lifelong Learning and Self-Assessment Program Requirements.
Educational Objectives
1. Describe the epidemiology of firearm morbidity and mortality in the US
2. Recognize common risk factors that increase the potential for firearm injury
3. Identify barriers to communicating with patients about firearms and their risks
4. Determine practical approaches to prepare for counseling patients about firearms
5. Effectively communicate how to reduce the risk of firearm injury and death
Keywords
Firearms, Violence, Child Injury Prevention, Pediatrics
Competencies
Medical Knowledge
CME Credit Type
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit
DOI
10.1001/ama.2018.0146
