Wiser - CCM APP Bronchoscopy Course 5.6.26

May 6, 2026

Code: CAVSES

https://cce.upmc.com/content/wiser-ccm-app-bronchoscopy-course-5626

Target Audience

Nurse Practitioner

Physician Assistant

Learning Objectives

Describe the diagnostic and therapeutic indications for bronchoscopy in the critical care setting. Identify key anatomical structures of the upper and lower airway relevant to performing bronchoscopy. Demonstrate basic bronchoscopy technique through an established airway (endotracheal tube or tracheostomy), including scope handling, navigation, and visualization. Perform therapeutic aspiration and bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL), including appropriate sampling technique and safety considerations. Perform bronchoscopic intubation via nasal or oral approach, including indications, contraindications, and troubleshooting strategies.

Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 3.00 AAPA Category I CME
  • 3.00 ANCC
    UPMC Provider Unit is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation
Course opens: 
05/04/2026
Course expires: 
12/31/2026
Event starts: 
05/06/2026 - 9:00am EDT
Event ends: 
05/06/2026 - 12:00pm EDT
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Wiser
Pittsburgh, PA
United States

Accreditation and credit designation

In support of improving patient care, the University of Pittsburgh is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

Nursing (CNE)

The maximum number of hours awarded for this Continuing Nursing Education activity is __ contact hours.

Physician Assistant (AAPA)

The University of Pittsburgh has been authorized by the American Academy of PAs (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 3.0 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation. 

Other Healthcare Professionals

Other health care professionals will receive a certificate of attendance confirming the number of contact hours commensurate with the extent of participation in this activity.

Available Credit

  • 3.00 AAPA Category I CME
  • 3.00 ANCC
    UPMC Provider Unit is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation
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