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    Penetrating Abdominal Trauma: An Interactive Case for Trauma APPs

    Work through shock recognition, trauma-bay assessment, operative care, and postoperative reassessment after a single abdominal gunshot wound.

    Estimated activity duration: 25–30 minutes. This estimate is not an automatic credit award.

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    Who is this case for?

    Trauma nurse practitioners and physician assistants/associates seeking case-based review of clinical assessment and management.

    Learning focus

    • Shock index and Assessment of Blood Consumption score
    • Initial resuscitation and bedside imaging
    • Injury grading and operative management
    • Postoperative drain evaluation and discharge prevention measures

    These topics reflect the existing activity. The public preview does not include assessment questions or answers.

    CME and participation

    This case’s verified activity cap is 0.5 credit. Available credit depends on tracked study time, the current activity cap, and prior purchases—not the estimated duration. Confirm the current cap and your eligible amount in your account before purchase.

    TrAPP’s approved activity is designated for 50 AAPA Category 1 Self-Assessment CME credits, valid October 1, 2026–October 1, 2027 (AAPA reference CME-2015244). This does not mean every learner receives 50 credits.

    Accounts and learning access are free; CME credits require purchase and a completed evaluation before a certificate is issued. NPs and PAs should confirm acceptance with their own licensing and certifying organizations.

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