FRC-Fundamentals of Rheumatology Course
$125900
FRC-ALL-EXP25
Basic & Clinical Sciences, Rheumatoid Arthritis
Wednesday, June 15, 2022, 12:00 AM
Saturday, June 24, 2028, 11:55 PM
CME
Epidemiologists, Health Educators, Health Services Researchers, Medical Assistants, Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Office Managers / Staff, Pharmacists, Pharmacologists, Practice Administrators, Physical Therapists, Psychologists, Researchers, Rheumatology Interprofessionals, Social Workers / Community Health Workers, Students
Fundamentals of Rheumatology Course
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Activity Overview

The Fundamentals of Rheumatology Course is a series of (10) online learning activities developed to provide foundational knowledge and develop skills needed for professionals new to rheumatology to succeed in clinical practice.  The course provides information on signs, symptoms, and treatments for the most common forms of rheumatic disease, and addresses key areas such as pain management, psychosocial challenges, rehabilitation, and self-management support strategies.  This course is also useful for experienced rheumatology professionals looking for a refresher on these key areas of practice.

*A passing score of 70% or greater on the post-test is required to be eligible to claim CME credits.

Fundamentals of Rheumatology Course: All Activities

This activity is part of a series. See the other activities in the series below.

Registration is complimentary for ACR/ARP members. If you are not a member, consider joining ACR/ARP.


Target Audience

The course was created for professionals looking to expand their understanding of interdisciplinary rheumatology care. This includes registered nurses, occupational therapists, office staff, physical therapists, pharmacists, psychologists, research associates, social workers, other rheumatology professionals, and students who have been working in rheumatology for less than two years. More experienced professionals might also find this Fundamentals of Rheumatology Course a helpful review.


Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to do the following:

  • Apply evidence-based rheumatological knowledge to relevant clinical situations with people who have rheumatic diseases
  • Describe at least one non-pharmacological intervention useful in the treatment of people with rheumatic diseases
  • Identify at least one situation where collaboration with other members of the healthcare team is important to improve patient outcomes


CE & MOC Information

CME

ACCME Accreditation Statement
The American College of Rheumatology is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. 

See the ACR's CME Mission Statement. For more information, download the AMA PRA Booklet.

 

AMA Designation Statement

The American College of Rheumatology designates this Enduring Material for a maximum of 1.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

CME credit must be claimed by June 23, 2028, at 11:59 PM ET.


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Financial Relationship Disclosures

ACR Disclosure Statement

It is the policy of the American College of Rheumatology (ACR) to ensure that Continuing Medical Education (CME) activities are independent and free of commercial bias. To ensure educational content is objective, balanced, and guarantee content presented is in the best interest of its learners and the public, the ACR requires that everyone in a position to control educational content disclose all financial relationships with ineligible companies within the prior 24 months. An ineligible company is one whose primary business is producing, marketing, selling, re-selling or distributing healthcare products used by or on patients. Examples can be found at accme.org.

In accordance with the ACCME Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education, ACR has implemented mechanisms prior to the planning and implementation of this CME activity to identify and mitigate all relevant financial relationships for all individuals in a position to control the content of this CME activity.

Nature of Financial Relationships

All individuals that participate in an ACR-sponsored activity and are able to change content or influence the content of the activity must disclose to the planning committee and audience all financial or other relationships with ineligible companies including, but not limited to:

  1. Advisor or review panel member
  2. Consultant
  3. Employee
  4. Officer or Board Member
  5. Grant/research support
  6. Speaker/honoraria includes speaker’s bureau, symposia, and expert witness
  7. Independent contractor
  8. Executive role and/or ownership interest
  9. Royalties and/or patent beneficiary
  10. Intellectual property/patents
  11. Stock options or bond holdings in a for-profit corporation or self-directed pension plan
  12. Private investigator
  13. Expert witness
  14. Equity interest
  15. Other: specify details 

None: Has no relevant financial relationship(s) with ineligible companies to disclose.

All participants that created and/or were able to influence the content and delivery of this activity reported the following disclosures. All of the relevant financial relationships listed have been mitigated. FRC Relaunch 2025 Financial Relationship Disclosures.


Acknowledgement of Commercial Support

No commercial support was provided for this activity.

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Educational Activity Policies

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FRC01: Discover the Basics: Immunology, Autoimmunity, & Inflammation

Get a foundation of all the basics, including the basics of innate and adaptive immunity, the physiologic processes of inflammation, immunity, and immune deregulation, and the basics of joint structure.

FRC02: Explore Systemic Inflammatory Diseases in Adults and Children

From childhood to adulthood, this next activity explores identifying key signs and symptoms, defining the three major types of rheumatic disease, and establishing treatment goals in children and adults.

FRC03: Differentiate Non-Inflammatory Conditions: Osteoarthritis, Fibromyalgia, & Soft Tissue Disorders

The third activity of the ARP-FRC series will focus on distinguishing the soft tissue conditions commonly seen in rheumatology, including osteoarthritis, fibromyalgia, and bursitis or tendonitis.

FRC04: Assess Your Patient With Rheumatic Disease

Learn assessment components for rheumatic disease patients, proper interview processes with a focus on involving the patient in care, and the procedure for assessing a joint exam with abnormal findings.

FRC05: Address Psychosocial Impact to Enhance Patient Outcomes

Patients with rheumatic diseases need guidance, knowledge, support, resources, and compassion. This activity will describe the multiple ways rheumatic disease can impact a person and their well-being.

FRC06: Counsel Your Patient on Rheumatology Medications

An expert understanding of medications used to treat rheumatology patients is essential. Learn more about dosages, patient safety concerns, potential medication errors, precautions, warnings, and more.

FRC07: Help Your Patient Manage Their Pain

As medical professionals, you are trained to find solutions for patients’ pain. This activity focuses on the impact of pain, different types of pain, and how to personalize your treatment per patient.

FRC08: Use Rehabilitation to Improve Your Patients Function, Fatigue, & Pain

Improving quality of life for rheumatic disease patients should be top priority. Discover how to help your patients restore function, identify therapies and tools, and how to refer for rehabilitation.

FRC09: Stimulate & Support Your Patient's Self-Management

Help your patient self-manage. This crucial element in the patient’s care plan can help them feel confident. Learn the skills, activities, and support programs for self-management in this activity.

FRC10: Optimize Care for Your Pediatric Patient

The final activity of the series will focus on everything you need to know about coordination of care throughout the care continuum for children, adolescents, and young adults with rheumatic diseases.