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Challenger Allergy and Asthma/CC
is part of the Challenger Core Curriculum Series, produced jointly with Michael K. Rees, MD, MPH, Department of Medicine, Harvard University. This lecture-based course focuses on four major areas of allergenic and related asthmatic reactions and provides primary care physicians and specialists with information on the latest treatments and most current standards of practice.
- Comprehensive Content
- Interactive Review and Testing
- Navigation and Environment
- Study At Your Own Pace
- Anywhere Flexibility
- Fast CME Fulfillment
- Free Support
- And Into The Future
Designed to Address Multiple Needs
In medicine the best tools are the most versatile and easiest to use. If you're one of the thousands of physicians seeking clinical review, CME credit hours, or a quick and modern clinical reference resource, wouldn't you like a tool to fulfill all your needs? Look no further. Challenger Allergy and Asthma/CC, like all Challenger products, provides the resources and functionality you need in one, cost-effective, easy-to-use, go-anywhere package.
Your Clinical Content Comprehensive Resource
Challenger Allergy and Asthma/CC consists of state-of-the-art clinical information in 4 chapters covering new and emerging issues in allergenic and related asthmatic reactions.
 You will appreciate the cutting-edge clinical text, over 236 high-resolution slide images, and 26 interactive questions and answers with instant remediation feedback. Each topic, with images, didactic content, and
associated questions and answers, is authored by a prominent expert from one of Boston's leading medical institutions.
Challenger Allergy and Asthma/CC provides the physician with information on the latest treatments and practices through overviews of four major areas of allergenic and related asthmatic reactions: food allergy and peanut anaphylaxis; chronic urticaria and angioedema; allergic rhinitis; and a complete review and update on asthma including allergenic relationships. Enhance your mastery of these subjects through challenging assessment quizzes and also earn up to 8 AMA
Category 1 CME credits from the University of Colorado.
A Fully Integrated Reference Resource
Working in partnership with Elsevier, Inc., the world's largest medical publisher, Challenger has integrated definitions from Dorland's Medical Dictionary into our products. Hyperlinks within the Review and Appendix sections of the course allow you to access definitions of a term, providing an added level for reference and review.
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Practice, Review, Assess, and Score!
The Challenger learning methodology is elegantly designed to promote the highest level of retention possible. Questions are written by clinical experts to emulate clinical examination standards and to enhance knowledge of current best practices. Whether you are seeking to acquire continuing medical education credits, preparing for an examination or re-affirming your knowledge, our review and testing structure will help.
Our three step - Practice, Review, Assess - progression incorporates a proven educational regime called programmed learning. At the start of each
topic chapter, three tabs are displayed. Each tab's content is formatted for a specific function and use. You can toggle from tab to tab as you wish, allowing for a more personalized flow of study.
The "Practice" tab - The test run. Answer each question in a section and receive pop up feedback and remediation. Limited tries keep the session honest. Correct and incorrect indicators appear next to your selected answers. All answers are revealed when all tries are exhausted.
The "Review" tab - The study guide. The Review section presents the questions in the order seen in the Practice section, but with all answers and
remediation displayed. Terminology in this section is linked to definitions from Dorland's Medical Dictionary. Once your review
is finished, you may either re-enter the Practice section or proceed to the Assessment.
The "Assessment" - The scored test. One or more assessments will be available for each topic. Questions seen in the Practice view will display in random order. At the end of each assessment your responses are scored and a detailed breakdown displayed.
The
scoring report indicates correct answers and incorrect answers given for each question. These scores, if the required score is met, can be sent to Challenger Corporation for fast CME certificate fulfillment.
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Fast Navigation in an Interactive Environment
The Challenger Interactive Viewer (CIV) environment integrates all content and dynamic testing functionality in a clear, point-and-learn format. The review progression is designed to allow quick navigation while providing a step-by-step structure to enhance learning and retention. Read, view, absorb, and retain material at your own pace.
Unlike most clinical review software programs where navigation is hard to use or confusing, navigating through Challenger courses, sections, and topics is a breeze thanks to Challenger's Interactive Viewer (CIV). Quickly jump to your area of interest, topic to sub-topic, in a straightforward outline form.
Find what you need, fast. The CIV is graphically laid out to provide large, on-screen selections for fast, easy navigation. Entry into each content section opens the
Interactive Viewer Window where content is displayed. Topics list neatly down one side. Want to switch topics? Just click the topic title in the list. Practice, Review and Assessment tabs line the top of the
window for multiple content review options. To return to the main table of contents, simply close the window or select the central home button.
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Study At Your Own Pace
Keep time requirements under your control. Save features capture your scores from wherever you are in the course. Work in one topic in the morning, then jump to something completely different in the afternoon. You're not locked into any enforced content order, remote schedule, or lecture circuit with Challenger products, so your valuable review time is used at your discretion.
Built-in Flexibility - Two Points of Access
Don't have time to drive or fly to that CME seminar? Have it come to you. When you purchase any Challenger program, you will receive a CD-ROM and an instructional help guide. You will also be automatically set up in our Challenger Online Learning Portal, so you can access your course material via the web from any computer with an Internet connection. Review, study and take assessments online just as if you were at home. This convenience is crucial, given time constraints shouldered by today's clinical professionals.
Quick and Easy CME Fulfillment - For FREE
Obtaining your CME certificates has never been easier. You can request CME credits any time upon completion of the course. Challenger provides multiple score submission options and simple-to-follow instructions. Just mail or fax your printed scores or submit them directly via your online Challenger account. Your scores and required evaluation form (provided) are processed promptly and at NO COST to you. Challenger works closely with our prestigious, institutional sponsors to maintain the most rewarding educational experience possible. For most of our courses, Challenger
issues CME certificates on behalf of our sponsors directly from our office, speeding their delivery.
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Free Technical Support - We're Always There
We'll be with you every step of the way. Should you need assistance, our technical support staff is on standby to assist you for FREE.
Into The Future - The Changing Face of Medicine
Challenger prides itself on staying up-to-date in all aspects of medicine. All courses are routinely peer-reviewed and updated. Should your program expire, upgrades are provided to Challenger clients at a fraction of standard retail cost. This way, as the face of medicine changes, our valued customers can cost-effectively keep their coursework and reference library current. Of course, the best value Challenger offer is the Challenger Lifetime Subscription - all products and upgrades for a one-time enrollment fee.
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Item Name: Challenger Allergy and Asthma
Item Number: ALLERGYASTHMA_CC
Price: $295.95
Call 1-800-745-4557 to order by phone.
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Course Highlights...
Covers 4 key topics in the diagnosis and treatment of allergenic and related asthmatic reactions
236 high-resolution slide images
26 challenging Q&As
Category 1 CME Credit
8.0 AMA credits available from the University of Colorado School of Medicine
Linked electronically to Dorland’s Medical Dictionary
Chief Editor:
Michael
K. Rees, MD, MPH
Department of Medicine
Harvard Medical School
Boston, MA
Authors:
Aidan Long, MD
Director of Allergy
Massachusetts General Hospital
Boston, MA
Assistant Clinical Professor of Medicine
Harvard Medical School
Cambridge, MA
James A. MacLean, MD
Clinical Assistant in Medicine
Massachusetts General Hospital
Boston, MA
Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine
Harvard Medical School
Cambridge, MA
Michael
Young, MD
Assistant in Medicine
Children's Hospital Boston
Active Staff, South Shore Hospital
Boston, MA
Assistant Clinical Professor of Pediatrics
Harvard Medical School
Cambridge, MA
Post-question remediation for instant feedback and better retention
Multiple score submission options and direct CME certificate fulfillment
Comprehensive review on your home or office computer - online as well
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Chapter Listing...
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- Food Allergy and Peanut Anaphylaxis
- Chronic Urticaria and Angioedema
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Asthma
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Accreditation
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Accreditation Statement: This activity has been
planned and implemented in accordance with the Essential Areas
and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing
Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint sponsorship of the
University of Colorado School of Medicine and Challenger
Corporation.
The University of Colorado School of Medicine is accredited by
the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to
provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Certification Statement: The University of Colorado
School of Medicine designates this educational activity for a
maximum of 8.0 Category 1 credits toward the AMA
Physician's Recognition Award. Each physician should claim
only those credits he/she actually spent in the activity.
Disclosure Policy: It is the intent of University of
Colorado School of Medicine to assure that its educational
mission, and continuing medical education activities in
particular, should not be influenced by the special interests
of individuals associated with its programs. Having an
interest in or an affiliation with any corporate organization
does not necessarily influence a faculty's presentation, but
the relationship must be made known to the program audience in
accordance with the ACCME Standards for Commercial Support of
Continuing Medical Education.
Disclosure of Proprietary Interests: According to CME
guidelines, authors must disclose all associations with
proprietary entities that may have a direct relationship to
their subject of discussion. All authors of this program have
signed disclosure forms indicating that they have no
associations with proprietary entities related to their
subjects of discussion.
Activity Dates:
Date of Original Release: January 15, 2005
Most Recent CME Review/Update: January 15, 2005
Edition Release Date: January 15, 2005
Expiration Date: January 15, 2010
This course will be reviewed within three years from date of
last review.
Copyright Statement:
Challenger Allergy and Asthma/CC. Copyright © 2005 by
Challenger Corporation. All rights reserved.
Clinical Reviewer:
Michael K. Rees, MD, MPH
Instructor of Medicine
Harvard University School of Medicine
Boston, MA
Authors:
Aidan Long, MD
Director of Allergy
Massachusetts General Hospital
Boston, MA
Assistant Clinical Professor of Medicine
Harvard Medical School
Cambridge, MA
James A. MacLean, MD
Clinical Assistant in Medicine
Massachusetts General Hospital
Boston, MA
Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine
Harvard Medical School
Cambridge, MA
Michael Young, MD
Assistant in Medicine
Children's Hospital Boston
Active Staff, South Shore Hospital
Boston, MA
Assistant Clinical Professor of Pediatrics
Harvard Medical School
Cambridge, MA
Target Audience:
Challenger Allergy and Asthma/CC is intended for all
physicians, emergent and primary care providers and
specialists, who require information on allergenic and related
asthmatic reactions.
Educational Objectives:
The educational objectives of the Challenger Allergy and
Asthma/CC training program are as follows. On completing the
program, the medical practitioner should be able to:
- Food Allergy and Peanut Anaphylaxis - Describe the
natural history and epidemiology of peanut allergy;
distinguishing the clinical features of anaphylaxis,
including the biphasic response; describe the management
of a peanut allergic child at home and at school; describe
the treatment of anaphylaxis; discuss the latest research
in the treatment of peanut allergy.
- Chronic Urticaria and Angioedema - Discuss the
pathophysiology of urticaria and angioedema; list the
differential diagnosis of associated acquired and
heriditary conditions; describe how to utilize diagnostic
tests selectively; list the appropriate general and
specific therapeutic strategies and discuss the practice
parameters recommended by Wanderer et al (Ann Allergy
Asthma Immunol 2000;85:521).
- Allergic Rhinitis - Articulate current epidemiology of
allergic rhinitis on the rise in industrial societies;
discuss the role of allergic rhinitis in the etiology of
illnesses such as sinusitis, otitis media, sleep
disturbance and as an independent risk factor for asthma;
and list the therapeutic modalities, including avoidance
instruction, immunotherapy, and topical and systemic
drugs.
- Asthma - Articulate current evidence-based clinical
science of therapy for asthma; describe how to utilize
corticosteroids and bronchodilator medications with
maximum effectiveness as guided by evidence-based clinical
trials; define the mechanisms of action and use of newly
approved asthma therapies; describe how to utilize
protocols designed to minimize corticosteroid side effects
and discuss the use of cardioselective beta-blockers for
the patient with other conditions that will also benefit
from the introduction of the beta-blocker.
- Demonstrate mastery of the knowledge and cognitive
skills required to achieve the objectives by scoring at
least 80% on all topics studied for CME credit.
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