This course provides an advanced overview of Respiratory Infections in the Long Term Care Setting. Course Objectives By the end of this course, the learner will be able to: Identify some unique factors which may lead to the prevalence of respiratory infections in long term care facilities Describe the basic anatomy of the respiratory system […]
This course provides an advanced overview of the history, pathophysiology, and diagnosis of nicotine dependence. Course Objectives By the end of this course, the learner will be able to: Describe the history of tobacco Identify the epidemiology of tobacco use Recognize how nicotine creates dependence Characterize the patient populations with higher nicotine dependence Explain the […]
The purpose of this course is to increase the awareness of healthcare professionals regarding medical errors. Course Objectives By the end of this course, the learner will be able to: 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 […]
This course provides an advanced overview of legal, clinical, and ethical issues associated with Medical Cannabis. Course Objectives By the end of this course, the learner 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 […]
Course Objectives By the end of this course, the learner will be able to: 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 […]
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. Course Objectives By the end of this course, the learner will be able to: Define […]
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. Course Objectives By the end of this […]
This advanced course on Diabetes Mellitus: Pathophysiology can be taken as Part 1 of a series or on its own. Course Objectives By the end of this course, the learner will be able to: Provide the general definition of diabetes and explain the differences between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. Describe the normal metabolism […]
Course Objectives By the end of this course, the learner will be able to: 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. Continuing Education Credits Course is approved for 4.0 […]
Course Objectives 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 […]