STEP 461: Case Thirty-Three: An Unexpected Cause of a Bloodstream Infection (CE: 1.0)

Article Overview:

This article focuses on a 19-year-old African American male undergoing apheresis developed sudden rigors 50 minutes into a therapeutic plasma exchange (TPE) treatment for recurrent focal segmental glomerulosclerosis (FSGS). The patient had a history of recurrent FSGS despite ongoing TPE and 2 kidney transplants.. Learners are encouraged to read the case study to determine the cause of the patient's symptoms.

Learning Objectives:

  • Reflect on a case study presenting Paenibacillus
  • Discuss epidemiology and transmission of Paenibacillus
  • Discuss the clinical significance of Paenibacillus

Additional Information

Author(s)Ariela Topper, MT(ASCP)
Martina Beckman, MT(ASCP), MHA, 
Eleanor Powell, PhD
Joel Mortensen, PhD
Relevant CertificationsMedical Laboratory Assistant (CMLA)
Launch Date2019
Enrollment Expiration180 days after purchase

 

Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 1.00 Continuing Education (CE)

    AMT offers standard CE credits only for completion of certain coursework by successfully passing course quiz/assessment.

Course Start Date: 
08/18/2025
Course End Date: 
12/31/2099
Cost:
$15.00
Rating: 
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Available Credit

  • 1.00 Continuing Education (CE)

    AMT offers standard CE credits only for completion of certain coursework by successfully passing course quiz/assessment.

Price

Cost:
$15.00
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Additional Details:

  • Quiz Attempts: 5
  • Passing Score: 80%
  • Enrollment Expiration: 180 days after purchase

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