DESCRIPTION
This is an advanced course on AIDS related cancers. By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
- Describe the epidemiology, biology, and treatments for HIV and AIDS and how AIDS impacts certain types of cancer development.
- List the common types of AIDS related cancers and define how the use of highly active anti-retroviral therapy has affected cancer rates in these patients.
- Identify AIDS related Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma and subtypes of lymphoma found in AIDS patients.
- Define Kaposi Sarcoma, its symptoms, diagnosis, staging, and treatment options.
- Describe invasive cervical cancer in female AIDS patients.
- Discuss the need for early detection for AIDS related cancers.
This program has been approved for Continuing Education for 1.5 CE/Contact Hours by NAB/NCERS—Approval # 20240718-1.50-A94820-DL. This course applies to the following professions:
- Nursing Home Administrators (all states)
- Residential Care/Assisted Living Administrators (most states)
Learners must pass final quiz with 80% or more; may re-take as often as needed.