Course objectives include: Explain the basics of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Identify the basic elements of the Privacy Rule and how it impacts employees in health care settings Describe the penalties for HIPAA violations Analyze HIPAA in the context of case studies. Course is approved for 2.0 CE/Contact Hours for Certified […]
Course objectives include: Identify high risk occupations for hernia injury and workers compensation claims Describe the anatomy and risks associated with the most common types of hernias Describe diagnostic procedures and indications for their use Describe each treatment modality and associated procedures, risks, and benefits Discuss general post-operative care and indications for return to work. […]
This course provides a comprehensive and technical overview of Gastro Esophageal Reflux Disease, also referred to as GERD. Learners will achieve the following objectives: Define GERD Describe the symptoms and pathophysiology of GERD Review the complications associated with GERD Evaluate the impact of personality, stress, and psychology on GERD Identify treatment options for management of […]
Objectives of this course include: Recognize your responsibilities in providing first aid Identify what constitutes a medical emergency and the steps to performing basic first aid Describe the characteristics and first aid responses to some of the common medical emergencies experienced by dependent older adults. Approved for 2.0 CE/Contact Hours for Certified Nursing Assistants in […]
The following objectives will be achieved through this course: Describe the prevalence of falls among the older adult population. Describe some of the implications of falls among older adults. Identify common risk factors for falls. Identify at least three intervention strategies to promote fall prevention. Course is approved for 2.0 CE/Contact Hours to Certified Nursing […]
This course provides a rich introduction to Ethics in Healthcare. By the end of this course, learners will be able to: Define ethics and ethical considerations unique to healthcare. Describe the four prima facie principles of healthcare ethics. Discuss additional concepts important to healthcare ethics. Examine ethical concepts related to the current healthcare climate. Examine […]
Course objectives include: List characteristics of the active dying process Explain the etiology of five signs and symptoms of active dying Explain the importance of managing signs and symptoms Describe treatment for three common physical symptoms at end of life. Course is approved for 2.0 hours for Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) in Florida. Must pass […]
This course provides an overview of the various types of Eating Disorders and medical nutrition therapy associated with treating these disorders. It is appropriate not only for healthcare workers, social service professionals and counselors, but also for patients, families, and others interested in learning more on this topic. Course objectives include: Identify different types of […]
This advanced course on diabetes diet management can be taken as Part 3 of a series or on its own. Course objectives are: Describe how the intake of dietary carbohydrates can have a direct influence on an individual’s blood glucose levels Differentiate between the various diet therapies used in management of type I, type II, […]
This advanced course on diabetes medications can be taken as Part 2 of a series or on its own. Course objectives are: Identify the main goals of diabetic medication management and hyperglycemia management. Describe the various methods of insulin administration, different types of insulin, and the rationale of correction or supplemental insulin. Describe the use […]