Latex Allergies – 2.5 CE/Contact Hours

Description

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; and list guidelines for managing and preventing latex allergies at work and/or with patients.

Approved for 2.5 CE/Contact Hours for the following professions:

• Nurses (RN, LVN, LPN) (all states)
• Critical Care RN (CCRN): meets the criteria for CCRN Synergy Continuing Education
  Recognition Point(s) (CERPS) in Category A
• Certified Case Managers (CCM)
• Certified Rehabilitation Counselors (CRC)
• CA Workers’ Comp Claims Adjusters

Must pass final quiz with 80% or more; may re-take as often as needed. Course will be updated or discontinued on or before March 31, 2024.