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  • Fever
  • Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome
  • Hypotension
  • Hypoxia
  • Myalgia

Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome

Hantavirus pulmonary syndrome (HPS) is a rare yet serious pulmonary condition marked by pulmonary edema, hypoxia, and hypotension. HPS is caused by viruses of the Orthohantavirus genus and the Hantaviridae family. HPS presents with fevers, myalgia, and severe respiratory compromise, with up to 40% mortality. The most common etiology of HPS is the Sin Nombre virus in North America and the Andes virus in South America. Respiratory failure can be avoided through judicious fluid and volume management. The need for mechanical ventilation is common shortly upon disease onset. Care is primarily supportive, and prevention is key to disease reduction. Public health measures can best approach human-rodent contact reduction. Within the activity, learners receive a comprehensive overview of HPS, including its epidemiology, etiology, clinical manifestations, diagnostic approaches, and management strategies. The course explores the latest research findings, providing insights into the pathophysiology of HPS and the mechanisms underlying its severe respiratory compromise. Additionally, learners explore the differences between HPS and hemorrhagic fever renal syndrome, ensuring a thorough understanding of both conditions. Practical guidance on preventive measures and public health interventions to reduce human-rodent contact are covered. Effective communication among team members is emphasized throughout the course, enabling seamless care coordination and implementing evidence-based practices. Collaboration among diverse healthcare professionals ensures comprehensive patient care and effective preventive measures against this potentially fatal syndrome.

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 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 9 specialties.

Pricing

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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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