Course Objectives By the end of this course, the learner will be able to: Define Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and its impact on society. Describe the pathophysiology of IBS. Describe the role of psychological stress and psychosocial factors in IBS. Identify treatment approached for IBS. Describe strategies for living and working with IBS. Continuing Education […]
Course Objectives By the end of this course, the learner will be able to: Recognize non-industrial medical conditions related to obesity (that impact claims). Explain various complications to work-related injuries for workers with obesity. Identify the potential specialized equipment, surgery, pharmacy, and rehabilitation needs that will increase the cost of claims. Identify alternative methods to […]
Course Objectives By the end of this course, the learner will be able to: Describe the HIPAA privacy and security regulations as they apply to anyone who has access to Protected Health Information. Recall the legal requirements for handling Protected Health Information. Apply HIPAA regulations to real-life, on-the-job situations. Recognize how to avoid legal penalties […]
This course covers age-related changes that occur in the physiology of older adults and how these changes can greatly impact the nutritional needs of those living in a long-term care facility. Course Objectives By the end of this course, the learner will be able to: Recognize the physiological, psychological, and environmental factors that can influence […]
Course Objectives By the end of this course, the learner will be able to: 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. Continuing Education Credits This course […]
Course Objectives By the end of this course, the learner will be able to: Explain the purpose and role of the American Nurses Association (ANA). Explain the history of the development of the Code of Ethics for Nurses. Identify the ten provisions of the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses. Apply ethical standards to case […]
Course Objectives By the end of this course, the learner will be able to: Explain the purpose and basic components of an ergonomic assessment. Describe risk factors that lead to work injuries. Explain ergonomic strategies used to reduce safety hazards in the workplace. Explain the basic principles of workstation design and job restructuring. Describe tools […]
Course Objectives By the end of this course, the learner will be able to: List five characteristics of the two phases of the active-dying process. Explain the etiology of five physical signs and symptoms of the active dying process. Explain the importance of managing these signs and symptoms. Describe the treatment of three of the […]
Course Objectives By the end of this course, the learner will be able to: Describe risk factors for older individuals and dependent adult abuse and neglect. Name three strategies to prevent older individuals and dependent adult abuse. List four types of abuse. Define the difference between abuse and neglect. State the mandatory reporting requirement for […]
The purpose of this course is to familiarize healthcare professionals with the effects of stress on the brain and body and to provide tools for the prevention of caregiver burnout. Course Objectives By the end of this course, the learner will be able to: Define the general concept of stress. Describe three effects of chronic […]