4033-25: Understanding Rare Disorders: PANDAS/PANS, Serotonin Syndrome, and Factitious Disorder Imposed on Another (Munchausen Syndrome) 

This presentation will delve into the intricacies of three rare neuropsychiatric disorders – PANDAS/PANS, serotonin syndrome, and Munchausen syndrome. We'll explore their definitions, clinical presentations, diagnostic approaches, and management strategies, providing you with the knowledge to confidently identify and manage these complex conditions.

Presenter:  Jennifer Allain, DNP, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC

Disclosures:  The APNA planners and faculty have no relevant financial relationships to disclose. Off-label uses will not be discussed during this presentation.

Session Length:  30 minutes

Target Audience:  RN, APRN

Learning Outcome:
Upon completion of this presentation, the participant will be able to:

• Differentiate the key clinical presentations of PANDAS/PANS, serotonin syndrome, and Munchausen syndrome from other neuropsychiatric disorders.

Key Takeaway(s): 

• PMHNs can play a critical role in improving the lives of patients with rare neuropsychiatric disorders.
• Interdisciplinary collaboration can enhance patient outcomes, foster shared understanding, and strengthen advocacy for the well-being of all patients.

Keywords:  PANS, PANDAS, Serotonin Syndrome, Rare Disorders, Munchausen Syndrome

Nursing Continuing Professional Development:
0.5 contact hours.  * In order to receive contact hours, you must: Listen to the entire presentation, complete the reflection activity, evaluation, and honor statement before the expiration date. Once all steps are successfully completed, a certificate will be generated online and available for you to print immediately. Contact hours cannot be awarded unless all required components are completed. 

The American Psychiatric Nurses Association is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

Release Date:  December 3, 2025
Access to this course will end:  December 1, 2028

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