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

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

Author(s):

  • Ariela Topper, MT(ASCP)
  • Martina Beckman, MT(ASCP), MHA, 
  • Eleanor Powell, PhD
  • Joel Mortensen, PhD

Relevant Certifications:

  • Medical Laboratory Assistant (CMLA)

Launch Date: 2019

Enrollment Expiration: 180 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 opens: 
11/30/2025
Course expires: 
12/31/2099
Cost:
$15.00
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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.

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Additional Details:

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

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