Pain Management in Older Adults (RCFE) – 1.0 CE/Contact Hour

This is a basic course in pain management designed to benefit non-medical caregivers who will be or are assisting residents with medications. By the end of this course, learners will be able to: Define pain and distinguish the differences between acute and chronic pain. Recognize common signs and symptoms of pain in older adults. Discuss […]
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Ostomy Care and Related Disease Processes (RCFE and RN) – 2.0 CE/Contact Hours

This is a comprehensive course on ostomy care and related disease processes. By the end of this course, learners will achieve the following objectives: Describe the procedure and resultant anatomy for major types of ostomy surgery. Identify at least two professional certificates that specialize in ostomy care. Identify pre-operative and post-operative ostomy considerations. Describe teaching […]
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Medication Management of Type 2 Diabetes for Older Adults in RCFE (RCFE) – 1.0 CE/Contact Hour

By the end of this course, learners will be able to: Describe the basic understanding diabetes and factors affecting management of diabetes in older adults. Identify the main goals of diabetic medication management. Describe the various methods of insulin administration, different types of insulin, and the rationale behind correction or supplemental insulin. Identify at least […]
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Medication Management Basics (RCFE) – 1.0 CE/Contact Hour

This course provides an overview of policies and procedures related to medication management for elderly residents living in a residential care environment. By the end of this course you will be able to: Define the differences between medication assistance and medication administration. Identify relevant laws and regulations pertaining to medication management for the elderly. Describe […]
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Gastro Esophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) (RCFE and RN) – 1.0 CE/Contact Hour

This course provides a comprehensive and technical overview of Gastro Esophageal Reflux Disease, also referred to as GERD. By the end of this course, 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. […]
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