NCKSAP: Ventricular Function, 3rd Edition

Course Overview

This is a self-assessment CME activity in online format consisting of 30 multiple-choice questions. Each question includes an answer rationale and references for further studying. This module will be updated every 3 years. It is designed for practitioners who are performing nuclear imaging studies and want to increase their competence for certification, recertification or general practice improvement.

Target Audience

This activity is designed for nuclear cardiology physicians.

Learner Objectives

Upon completion of this module, learner will be able to:

Understand the role and practical aspects of equilibrium radionuclide ventriculography in assessing left ventricular function
Understand the role of gated SPECT and PET in coronary artery disease and non ischemic cardiomyopathies
Identify the implications of left ventricular function testing for clinical management
Understand how arrythmias can affect ECG gating

Overall Goal

The overall goal of this activity is to provide a comprehensive review of nuclear cardiology imaging procedures and best practices and increase physicians’ competence and performance in their ability to improve cardiovascular disease outcomes.

Statement of Need

An estimated 80 Million American adults (approximately 1 in 3) have 1 or more types of cardiovascular disease (CVD) with over 30 Million estimated to be under 60 years of age. According to the Centers for Disease Control “Heart Disease Fact Sheet”, in 2006 heart disease was the leading cause of death for both men and women and a total of 26%—or more than one in every four—of all deaths were caused by heart disease. Further, in the United States, one person has a heart attack every 34 seconds and one person dies from a heart disease-related event every minute.

Continuing Education Term of Approval

Release Date: September 18, 2023
Expiration Date: September 18, 2026

Summary


Availability:	On-Demand
	Expires on Sep 18, 2026


Cost:	Physician & Scientist: $135.00 International Emerging Markets: $55.00 International Physician & Scientist: $135.00 Trainee: $55.00 Non-Physician (Member): $55.00 Physician (Non-Member): $225.00 Non-Physician (Non-Member): $225.00


Credit Offered:	10 CME Credits 10 MOC Points 10 COP Credits