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. Discuss CPR skills for adults in cardiac arrest. Approved for […]
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 […]
Objectives of this course include: Determine common causes of behaviors in persons with dementia Describe the most prevalent behaviors exhibited by persons with dementia Describe theories of behavior management Define person centered care Identify approaches care providers can use to assist a person with dementia during a behavior episode. Approved for 2.5 CE/Contact Hours for […]
Objectives of this course include: Define combative behavior in the context of caring for persons with dementia. Implement the “5 Whys” to understand the reason for the combative behavior in persons with dementia. Identify at least three intervention strategies effective at minimizing, managing, and preventing combative behavior in persons with dementia. Approved for 2.0 CE/Contact […]