This course was designed to benefit healthcare, social service, education, and community-based professionals who interface with persons with peanut allergy. Course objectives include: List the 8 most common food allergy in the United States Recognize the signs and symptoms associated with peanut allergy Identify management options for people with peanut allergies including dietary avoidance techniques […]
By the end of this course, learners will be able to: Identify three effects of anxiety on the body and mind Distinguish between a normal response to anxiety and overreactions by naming three of each List three interventions to relieve panic-induced stress Identify three symptoms of anxiety associated with returning to work and adjusting to […]
This is a basic course in pain management designed to benefit administrators who will be or are assisting residents with medications. By the end of this course, you 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 the […]
This course provides an overview of medications commonly prescribed for persons with dementia and their impacts. By the end of this course learners will be able to: Define dementia Explain why medications are sometimes needed to manage symptoms caused by dementia State 3 types of commonly prescribed medications for persons with dementia and why they […]
By the end of this course learners will be able to: Describe the difference between assisting with medications and administering medications Identify the restrictions for managing medications in an RCFE List at least 3 compliance requirements for managing medications in an RCFE Understand the training requirements for RCFE staff to qualify to assist residents with […]
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 […]
This course provides an overview of the financial impact that medical errors have on the healthcare industry. By the end of this course learners will be able to: Discuss the impact of medical errors on healthcare organization finance Identify the impact of medical errors on the finances of individual providers Describe the impact of medical […]
This course provides an overview of concepts related to cultural competency and LGBTQ sensitivity in a long term care setting. By the end of this course learners will be able to: Explain why it is important to gain further knowledge about LGBT persons Recite the facts of the laws pertaining to the LGBT population in long term […]
This course provides an advanced overview of latex and its allergenic properties. Learners will will be able to: Describe latex and how it is made Identify potential allergens at home and work Recognize prevalence of latex allergies and risk factors for sensitivity Identify types of allergic reactions List guidelines for managing and preventing latex allergies […]
By the end of this course, learners will be able to: Define Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and its impact on society Describe the pathophysiology of IBS Evaluate the psychosocial elements of IBS Identify treatment options for IBS Recognize strategies for living and working with IBS. Course is approved for 1.0 CEUs/contact hours for Certified Nurse […]