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ForwardOpen Calcaneal Fracture Following a Lawnmower Injury: Antibiotic Management and Clinical Considerations
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Target Audience
Healthcare professionals.
Educational Need
Healthcare professionals managing traumatic orthopedic injuries face clinical complexity when determining appropriate antibiotic prophylaxis, particularly in high-contamination mechanisms such as lawnmower-related open fractures. Variability in recognizing risk factors that influence antimicrobial selection and duration, as well as inconsistent integration of surgical and antibiotic management strategies, can contribute to suboptimal infection prevention and patient outcomes. This activity addresses these practice gaps by reviewing evidence-based risk stratification, key components of open fracture management, and coordinated surgical–antibiotic approaches to optimize recovery and reduce complications.
Learning Objectives
- List risk factors that can alter antibiotic prophylaxis for trauma.
- Identify key elements in the management of open fracture injuries.
- Describe how surgical and antibiotic management are integrated to improve patient outcomes.
Speakers
Erica Reed, DPM
Podiatric Medicine and Surgery Residency Program, UnityPoint Health
Kuan Yu Chen, PharmD
Infectious Disease Pharmacy Residency Program, UnityPoint Health
Terms of Use and Privacy Policy
Recording date: April 30, 2026
Date of original release: April 30, 2026
Most recent review/update: April 30, 2026
Termination date: April 29, 2028
Accreditation Statements
- MD: This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Iowa Medical Society (IMS). Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences (DMU) is accredited by the IMS to provide continuing medical education for physicians. DMU designates this enduring materials activity for 0.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
- DO: Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences (DMU) is accredited by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) to provide osteopathic continuing medical education for physicians. DMU designates this activity for a maximum of 0.75 AOA Category 2-B credits and will report CME and specialty credits commensurate with the extent of the physician’s participation in this activity.
- DPM: Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences (DMU) is approved by the Council on Podiatric Medical Education as a provider of continuing education in podiatric medicine. DMU has approved this activity for a maximum of 0.75 continuing education contact hours.
- Other healthcare providers: This activity is designated for 0.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™.
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Educational Grants
No ineligible company provided financial support for this continuing education activity.
Disclosures
The speaker(s) will disclose if any pharmaceuticals, medical procedures, or devices discussed are investigational or unapproved for use by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The activity director is responsible for determining educational content and selecting speakers.
Relevant to the content of this educational activity, the following individual(s) have no conflict(s) with ineligible companies to disclose.
- Kuan Yu Chen, PharmD - Speaker
- Erica Reed, DPM - Speaker
Disclaimer
The information provided in this activity is for continuing education purposes only. It is not a substitute for a healthcare provider's independent medical judgment regarding diagnostic and treatment options for a specific patient's medical condition.
Available Credit
- 0.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™
- 0.75 AOA Category 2B
- 0.75 CE Contact Hour(s)
- 0.75 CPME