Objectives of this course are to be able to: Describe dementia and common behaviors associated with dementia Define therapeutic activities and describe the benefits of therapeutic activities programming for persons with dementia Identify meaningful activities for persons with dementia using a person-centered approach Identify the steps in assessing activity needs of a person with dementia […]
By the end of this course, learners will be able to: Define what a CAT injury is, and what injuries are considered catastrophic. Identify claims/employer implications when dealing with a CAT injury. Describe the uniqueness in the CAT case management process. Discuss specific injuries and special case management considerations. Course is approved for 1.0 CE/Contact […]
This course offers an overview of the bioethical issues impacting healthcare professionals regarding the use of stem cells. By the end of this course, learners will be able to: Define stem cells and explain their use in medicine. Identify the bioethical concerns about stem cells. Describe the current ethical guidelines given by the American Nurses […]
By the end of this course, learners will be able to: Describe the epidemiology, biology and risk factors for melanoma skin cancers List symptoms and diagnostic methods for melanoma Recognize the classification of various types of melanoma and how these tumors are staged Discuss treatment options based on tumor stage Identify methods to decrease the […]
This course is designed to enhance the healthcare provider’s knowledge about the sexual needs of persons with dementia. Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to: Define dementia, associated cognitive changes, and common behaviors associated with dementia. Describe the difference between sex and intimacy. Describe the cognitive changes caused by dementia that impact […]
Course objectives include: Define sepsis, severe sepsis, and septic shock Describe the clinical manifestations of the effect of sepsis on the human body Explain how sepsis is diagnosed Describe the treatments for sepsis Identify the risk factors for sepsis. Course is approved for 2.0 CE/Contact Hours to the following professions: Nurses (RN, LVN, LPN) (all […]
Course objectives include: Distinguish between emergencies that impact the resident or client and those that affect the facility as a whole List common emergencies impacting older adults Describe when and how 9-1-1 should be called Identify safety measures the facility can have in place to prevent accidents and emergencies Identify ways in which the facility […]
This is a webcast recorded from a live event that took place in November 2014. Students will achieve the following objectives: Define PTSD Identify signs and symptoms of PTSD Describe treatment options for PTSD Identify instruments to help detect and distinguish malingering behavior as it relates to PTSD. Course is approved for 1.0 CE/Contact Hour […]
This course is designed to enhance the healthcare provider’s knowledge about person-centered care. By the end of this course learners will be able to: Define person-centered care Determine why person-centered care is essential Discuss the barriers to providing person-centered care List steps to establish a framework to put person-centered care into practice. Course is approved […]
By the end of this course learners will be able to: Differentiate between personality disorders and “difficult patients” Identify general characteristics of people with personality disorders Discuss and practice strategies to manage patients with personality disorder in the medical setting Utilize strategies learned to create a plan of care. Course is approved for 2.0 CE/Contact […]