The purpose of this course is to increase the awareness of healthcare professionals regarding medical errors. Learners will achieve the following objectives: Describe the current societal and professional perspectives on medical errors Review the definition of medical error and the potential types of medical errors that can occur Discuss the consequences of medical errors on […]
This course provides an advanced overview of legal, clinical, and ethical issues associated with Medical Cannabis. By the end of this course, learners will be able to: Explain the historical, current, and projected uses of medical cannabis Describe the position taken by federal, state and other authoritative entities on medical cannabis use List pharmacological uses […]
Objectives of this course include: Define Intimate Partner Violence and the different forms of intimate partner violence Identify the four basic risk factors, based on the social-ecological model, for increased likelihood of intimate partner violence Identify some of the early warning signs of intimate partner violence in initial clinical presentation Describe tools and strategies for […]
This course will provide healthcare professionals with information about the face of human trafficking as it occurs worldwide and near to home. This course recognizes potential victims and the appropriate response to suspicion or disclosure of a human trafficking victim. Learners will achieve the following objectives: Define human trafficking and its different forms Identify general […]
This course provides an advanced overview of the Hospice Model of Care. It is appropriate for healthcare workers, social service professionals, and other professionals who may interface with hospice, as well as for patients, families, and others who are interested in learning more about hospice services and philosophies. Learners will achieve the following objectives: Describe […]
This advanced course on Diabetes Mellitus: Pathophysiology can be taken as Part 1 of a series or on its own. Course objectives are: Provide the general definition of diabetes and explain the differences between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. Describe the normal metabolism of carbohydrates and how this is influenced by diabetes. Compare the […]
In this course, learners will achieve the following objectives: Recognize the challenges in caring for a multicultural elder care population Describe culturally appropriate practices in the health care workplace Explain how to implement practical solutions for overcoming cultural barriers in elder care. Course is approved for 4.0 CE/Contact Hours to Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) in […]
By the end of this course, the learner will be able to: Define cultural diversity and cultural competence Identify emerging themes of cultural competence in healthcare Explain how ethnicity, diversity, and religion impact cultural understanding Evaluate cultural competence concerning the LGBTQ+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, plus) community Explain the role of cultural competency in […]
This course will provide you with an in depth understanding of the effects dementia has a on a person’s communication and strategies for improved communication with a person with dementia. By the end of this course learners will be able to: Explain the pathology of dementia and the physical changes that occur in the brain […]
Upon completing this course, learners will be able to: Articulate the major geriatric conditions that elderly patients might experience. Identify key strategies to contend with conditions the elderly patients experience. Discuss correlations between various geriatric conditions. Identify the importance of developing effective interventions based on individual need. Identify nationally recognized screening tools to utilize in […]