Price: $399.99
Access Duration: 30 Months
Deliverables: 100 AAPA Category 1 Self-Assessment Credits, 1,672 Board-Style Questions
In the fast-paced environment of a Family Medicine clinic, staying current with clinical guidelines is a challenge. Many physician assistants and nurse practitioners find themselves scrambling as the NCCPA or state board deadline approaches, often making critical errors in how they select and log their continuing medical education.
The PANRE Review Course at CME Review Courses is specifically designed to solve this problem. It provides 100 hours of AAPA Category 1 credit, which the NCCPA automatically weights as 150 credits for PAs. This course offers an efficient way to fulfill your requirements while preparing for the NCCPA Blueprint topics you face daily in primary care.
Below are the seven most common mistakes clinicians make with their Family Medicine CME and how you can avoid them while maximizing your professional development budget.
1. Choosing CME Without AAPA Category 1 Accreditation
The most common mistake is spending hundreds of dollars on "interesting" content that only counts as Category 2 credit. While Category 2 is useful for personal knowledge, PAs must have at least 50 Category 1 credits every two-year cycle. Our PANRE Review Course is designated for 100 AAPA Category 1 Self-Assessment CME credits, ensuring you meet your primary certification maintenance requirements in one go.
2. Ignoring the NCCPA Blueprint for Family Medicine
Family Medicine covers a vast range of organ systems. If you only focus on your favorite specialty, you are likely leaving gaps that will cause issues during recertification. The NCCPA Blueprint is the gold standard for what a PA needs to know. Our content covers Emergency Medicine, Cardiology, Dermatology, OB/GYN, and more, all written by physician assistants who understand the breadth of Family Medicine practice.
3. Misunderstanding the "Gift Card" Model
Many providers look for "free gift cards" with CME, which can create compliance issues. At CME Review Courses, we offer CME with Apple Gift Card and CME with Amazon Gift Card options that are transparent add-ons. You can add a gift card ranging from $100 to $1500 to your purchase. This allows you to use your CME money to further enrich your education by purchasing medical equipment, reference books, or technology through these retailers. These are NOT free gifts; they are value-added components of your educational package.
4. Failing to Utilize Self-Assessment Weighting
If you are a PA, you are missing out if you aren't using Self-Assessment (SA) credits. The NCCPA provides a 50% bonus weighting for SA credits. When you log the 100 credits from our PANRE Review Course, the NCCPA automatically records them as 150 credits. This is the most efficient way to clear your 100-hour requirement with room to spare.
5. Overspending on Travel and Lodging
Traveling to a weekend conference often costs more in airfare and hotels than the actual education. Family Medicine clinicians can earn the same 100 Category 1 credits from the comfort of their home or office. Our on-demand format is mobile-friendly, allowing you to review board-style questions between patients or during a lunch break.
6. Not Realizing NP and Physician Credit Differences
Nurse Practitioners can claim AAPA Category 1 Credit in many states, but the requirements vary significantly. It is essential to verify with your specific state board. Similarly, physicians find great value in our Cardiology or Pharmacology CME, but for MDs/DOs, this content counts as Category 2 CME, not Category 1.
7. Procrastinating Until the End of the Year
Waiting until December 31st to log 100 hours is a recipe for burnout and errors. With 30 months of access included in our packages, you can start your review early and proceed at a manageable pace. Our question bank includes 1,672 board-style questions to keep your diagnostic skills sharp year-round.
Clinical Review: Family Medicine & PANRE Practice Questions
The following clinical vignettes represent the types of scenarios you will encounter in our PANRE Review Course and in daily Family Medicine practice.
Question 1
Your patient is a 62-year-old male with a history of hypertension and tobacco use who presents with the sudden onset of severe, "tearing" chest pain that radiates to his back. His blood pressure is 190/110 mmHg in the right arm and 165/90 mmHg in the left arm. Heart rate is 105 bpm. Which of the following is the most appropriate initial diagnostic test?
A. Electrocardiogram (EKG)
B. Chest X-ray
C. Transesophageal Echocardiogram (TEE)
D. CT Angiography of the chest/abdomen
Explanation:
The correct answer is D. CT Angiography of the chest/abdomen. This patient’s presentation is highly suspicious for an aortic dissection, specifically given the tearing nature of the pain and the blood pressure discrepancy between arms. CT Angiography is the gold standard for rapid diagnosis in a stable patient. While an EKG (A) should be performed to rule out MI, it is not the definitive test for dissection. A chest X-ray (B) may show a widened mediastinum but lacks sensitivity. TEE (C) is excellent but often less available in the primary care or initial triage setting compared to CT.
Question 2
Your patient is a 24-year-old female presenting with a 3-day history of increased vaginal discharge, pelvic pain, and fever (101.4 F). Physical exam reveals significant cervical motion tenderness (chandelier sign). She has a history of multiple sexual partners and inconsistent barrier protection. What is the most likely diagnosis?
A. Bacterial Vaginosis
B. Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID)
C. Ectopic Pregnancy
D. Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Explanation:
The correct answer is B. Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID). The combination of fever, pelvic pain, and cervical motion tenderness is classic for PID. Bacterial Vaginosis (A) typically presents with a "fishy" odor and discharge but not systemic symptoms like fever or significant tenderness. Ectopic pregnancy (C) must be ruled out with a pregnancy test, but the fever and bilateral tenderness point more strongly toward infection. UTI (D) would typically involve dysuria and frequency without cervical motion tenderness.
Question 3
Your patient is a 45-year-old male who presents for a routine physical. His fasting lipid panel shows a Total Cholesterol of 260 mg/dL, LDL of 195 mg/dL, and HDL of 35 mg/dL. He has no other risk factors and a 10-year ASCVD risk score of 4.2%. According to current guidelines, what is the most appropriate next step?
A. Start high-intensity statin therapy
B. Start moderate-intensity statin therapy
C. Initiate therapeutic lifestyle changes and re-evaluate in 3-6 months
D. Prescribe Ezetimibe
Explanation:
The correct answer is A. Start high-intensity statin therapy. While his 10-year risk score is low, an LDL ≥ 190 mg/dL is considered a "statin-benefit group" regardless of the calculated risk score. In these patients, high-intensity statin therapy is recommended to prevent cardiovascular events. Lifestyle changes (C) should always be part of the plan, but pharmacotherapy is indicated immediately for LDL levels this high. Ezetimibe (D) is typically an add-on therapy if statins are not enough or not tolerated.
Question 4
Your patient is a 32-year-old male complaining of a "velvety" rash on his upper back and chest that does not tan in the sun. On exam, you see hypopigmented macules with a fine scale. What is the most appropriate treatment?
A. Topical Ketoconazole
B. Topical Hydrocortisone
C. Oral Amoxicillin
D. Cryotherapy
Explanation:
The correct answer is A. Topical Ketoconazole. This presentation is classic for Tinea Versicolor, caused by the yeast Malassezia furfur. Topical antifungals like ketoconazole or selenium sulfide are the first-line treatment. Hydrocortisone (B) is a steroid and would not treat a fungal infection. Amoxicillin (C) is for bacterial infections. Cryotherapy (D) is used for warts or keratoses, not fungal rashes.
Maximize Your Family Medicine Education Today
Don't let your CME cycle catch you off guard. Whether you are preparing for the PANRE or simply need to fulfill your 100-hour Category 1 requirement, our courses provide the clinical depth and logistical convenience you need.
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