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Activity Steps

1 Activity
2 Take Test 3Certificate

Learning Objectives

After completing this continuing education activity you will be able to:

  1. Describe the pathophysiologic mechanisms associated with the development of achalasia.
  2. Identify diagnostic strategies to accurately identify achalasia.
  3. Explain the evidence-based treatment modalities for the management of achalasia.

Learning Outcomes

By the conclusion of this activity, a majority of the participants will demonstrate knowledge of the pathophysiology, diagnosis, and management of achalasia by achieving a passing score on the posttest.

Disclosures

All authors and planners have no relevant financial relationships with any ineligible organizations regarding this educational activity.

Price: $20.00

Credits:

  • ANCC 2.0 CH
  • DC - BON 2.0 CH
  • FL - BON 2.0 CH
  • GA - BON 2.0 CH
  • NM - BON 2.0 CH
  • SC - BON 2.0 CH
  • WV - BOERN 2.0 CH

Lippincott Professional Development is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. This activity is also provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 11749. Lippincott Professional Development is also an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the District of Columbia Board of Nursing, Florida Board of Nursing, Georgia Board of Nursing, New Mexico Board of Nursing, South Carolina Board of Nursing, and West Virginia Board of Examiners for Registered Professional Nurses, #50-1223.













Planner
Test Code: GN0525C
Published: May/Jun 2025
Expires: 6/4/2027
Sources: Gastroenterology Nursing
Required Passing Score: 8/10 (80%)
Authors: Julie Forsberg, BSN, RN, CGRN
Categories: Gastrointestinal
Specialties: Gastroenterology, Medical-Surgical
Topics: Achalasia , Herpes Zoster