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  • Embolism, Air
  • Hyperbaric Oxygenation
  • Inert Gas Narcosis
  • Musculoskeletal Pain
  • Osteonecrosis

Dysbarism (Dysbaric Disorders)

Dysbarism comprises medical conditions resulting from changes in ambient pressure that exceed the body’s ability to physiologically adapt. These conditions include decompression sickness, arterial gas embolism, barotrauma, nitrogen narcosis, high-pressure neurological syndrome, and dysbaric osteonecrosis. Dysbarism occurs most commonly during diving but may also result from aviation, spaceflight, caisson work, tunnel-boring operations, and other rapid or prolonged pressure changes. Clinical manifestations range from ear, sinus, and musculoskeletal pain to pulmonary injury, neurologic deficits, and delayed skeletal injury. Management depends on the underlying disorder and may include supplemental oxygen, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, supportive care, or pressure equalization measures. Prevention requires appropriate exposure assessment, safe diving and decompression practices, and recognition of risk factors. This activity for healthcare professionals is designed to enhance learners’ competence in evaluating and managing dysbarism, including recognizing clinical manifestations, selecting appropriate diagnostic approaches, initiating timely treatment, and coordinating interprofessional care.

Credit & MOC Details

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Credit types

AAPA Category 1 Credit™Up to 1.5 creditsAMA PRA Category 1 Credit™Up to 1.5 creditsNursingUp to 1.5 creditsPharmacyUp to 1.5 credits

MOC types

ABS — Accredited CMEUp to 1.5 pointsABOS — Accredited CMEUp to 1.5 pointsABPATH — Lifelong LearningUp to 1.5 pointsABA — Lifelong LearningUp to 1.5 pointsABTS — Accredited CMEUp to 1.5 pointsABIM — Medical KnowledgeUp to 1.5 pointsABS — Self-AssessmentUp to 1.5 pointsABP — Lifelong Learning and Self-AssessmentUp to 1.5 pointsABTS — Self-AssessmentUp to 1.5 points

FDA REMS

No

Qualifies for MIPS

No

Target Specialties

Cross-Specialty

Relevant across 10 specialties.

Pricing

Fee varies

This provider typically $49–98

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  • Article / monograph / reference
  • Credit · Up to 1.5 credits
  • MOC · Up to 1.5 points
  • Fee varies · this provider typically $49–98
  • Released
    Sep 1, 2026
  • Last day to claim credit
    Sep 1, 2029 3 years left

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