Percutaneous Biopsy of the Breast
Brooke A. Caldwell, M.D.
1 Hours
In the last decade there has been a dramatic increase in the use of percuataneous breast biopsy for the evaluation of breast lesions. Prior to the advent of modern imaging techniques such as high-resolution ultrasound and digital imaging, the breast biopsy was the province of the surgeon. Performing an image-guided biopsy requir....
Diabetes - Module B: Diagnosis and Assessment of Diabetes Mellitus
Arlene J. Chabanuk, MSN, RN, CDE, HCS-D
1 Hours
This module covers the different kinds of guidelines and blood tests used in screening for and diagnosing of the main types of DM, and lists the dozens of different codes and sub-codes related to DM. The module then details, once DM has been diagnosed, how CMs can assess the patient’s level of self care, as well as risk factors....
COPD Module D: Non-Pharmacologics in COPD Care
Debra Siela, PhD, RN, CCNS, ACNS-BC, CCRN, CNE, RRT
1.5 Hours
This module covers the non-pharmaceutical tools that can make a significant difference in a COPD patient’s quality of life. The biggest benefit comes from smoking cessation, and this module covers how CMs can help begin and support a patient’s process of quitting; it also covers how the right vaccinations, pulmonary rehabilitati....
COPD Module C: Pharmacologics in COPD Care
Debra Siela, PhD, RN, CCNS, ACNS-BC, CCRN, CNE, RRT
1.5 Hours
This module details the most common drugs—bronchodilators and corticosteroids—and corresponding inhaled medication devices that can decrease the number of exacerbations from COPD and improve the patient’s quality of life. It also covers the possible side effects of such drugs (and how they may conflict with some co-morbidities),....
Acute Care Splinting
Thomas V. Gocke, MS, ATC, PA-C, DFAAPA
0.25 Hours
Our Acute Care Splinting course provides information on the treatment choices needed in managing selected musculoskeletal injures. While acute care splints are commonly applied for the initial treatment of fractures or dislocations, they are also used to decrease the spread of infection, and immobilize tendon injuries or complex....
Common Carpal Bone Fractures
Thomas V. Gocke, MS, ATC, PA-C, DFAAPA
0.5 Hours
This video-based activity focuses on a general anatomy review of the distal radius, radiocarpal and proximal-distal carpal joints. Also focuses on evaluation of plain carpal radiographs, evaluation and treatment options commonly associated with scaphoid fractures and Keinbock’s disease.
Radiology Review – Lower Extremity X-ray 1
Thomas V. Gocke, MS, ATC, PA-C, DFAAPA
0.75 Hours
This video-based activity focuses on radiographic exam of common injuries to the femur, knee, and tibia/fibula.
Radiology Review – Upper Extremity X-ray 1
Thomas V. Gocke, MS, ATC, PA-C, DFAAPA
0.75 Hours
This video-based activity focuses on radiographic exam of common injuries to the clavicle and Proximal Humerus
Radiology Review – Lower Extremity X-ray 2
Thomas V. Gocke, MS, ATC, PA-C, DFAAPA
0.5 Hours
This video-based activity focuses on radiographic exam of common injuries to the ankle, calcaneous and talus.
Radiology Review – Upper Extremity X-ray 3
Thomas V. Gocke, MS, ATC, PA-C, DFAAPA
0.75 Hours
This video-based activity focuses on radiographic exam of the distal radius, common Carpal bone fractures and Metacarpal bone fractures.
Peripheral Infusion Complications Leading to Sentinel Events
Pam Ohls, MSN, RN
1 Hours
Peripheral Infusion Complications Leading to Sentinel Events *Note: Participants who attended the live version of this program at the 2012 INS Fall National Academy of Infusion Therapy in Dallas, TX (November 2012) are not eligible to receive contact hours or CRNI® recertification units through this online program. *Note:....
Risk-Benefit Analysis of Central Vascular Access Devices
Julie Painter, MSN, RN, OCN®, ANP
1 Hours
Choosing the appropriate central vascular access device (CVAD) is essential to the successful administration of infusion therapy. With so many devices available, the choice has become more complicated. Which device is most appropriate for the mastectomy patient or the patient with a pacemaker? A risk-benefit analysis will assist....
Case Management Review & Preview: 2017 & Beyond
Toni Cesta, PhD, RN, FAAN and Beverly Cunningham, MS, RN, ACM
Things are changing so rapidly that it can be a challenge to stay current and knowledgeable on the issues that affect your role as a case manager. Value-based purchasing, the Affordable Care Act, continuum of care, bundled payments, transitions in care, accountable care organizations - it’s a lot to keep up with! Whether you....
Anesthesia Standards The CMS CoPs (Post-Aneshetic)
Sue Dill Calloway, RN, MSN, JD
This program will cover the CMS standards on anesthesia services, including pre-anesthesia evaluations, post-anesthesia evaluations, hospital anesthesia policies, and deep sedation. Because deep sedation is considered an anesthesia, anesthesia standards are applicable to the emergency department, radiology, GI lab, pain clinic,....
Anesthesia, Surgery & PACU Standards: CMS CoPs
Sue Dill Calloway, RN, MSN, JD
This program will cover the CMS Hospital CoP standards for surgery, anesthesia, and PACU, and the current interpretive guidelines regarding pre- and post-anesthesia evaluations, anesthesia services, and moderate and deep sedation. Our expert will discuss types of deficiencies hospitals receive in the areas of informed consent, H....
Diet and Nutrition Training: Guarantee Superior Patient Care
Sue Dill Calloway, RN, MSN, JD
Our expert will also cover The Joint Commission Provision of Care standards, The Joint Commission dietary tracers related to dietetic and food service areas, and review DNV GL's standards on dietetics and nutrition.
Crosswalk to Compliance: CMS Hospital CoPs Part II
Sue Dill Calloway, RN, MSN, JD
Part II of the series will cover patient rights in a hospital, including restraint and seclusion, grievances, informed consent, advance directives, visitation, and much more.
Patient’s Bill of Rights CMS CoPs
Sue Dill Calloway, RN, MSN, JD
Patient rights should be on the radar screen for every hospital in 2016. The patient rights section is historically the one with the highest number of deficiencies. During this program, our expert will explain in detail, and crosswalk to the TJC standard, the CMS patient rights requirements for: HIPAA, grievances, right to ge....
Patients Rights
Sue Dill Calloway, RN, MSN, JD
All facilities accredited by TJC, AOA, CIHQ, and DNV Healthcare must adhere to the CMS CoPs. This 525-page manual contains interpretive guidelines, policies, procedures, and standards that must be followed for all providers treating patients hospitals or any hospital-owned departments.
Cracking the Code to Standing Orders, Order Sets, and Preprinted Orders
Sue Dill Calloway, RN, MSN, JD
This program will outline the CMS and TJC regulations and standards related to order sets, protocols, preprinted orders, and standing orders. Our expert will discuss four sections in the Hospital CoP manual on standing orders and protocols. She will also review related tag changes – including Tag 457 – which is considered one of....
Overview of CAH Medical Records, Radiology, Surgical Services, Anesthesia Services & Swing Beds
Sue Dill Calloway, RN, MSN, JD
This program will discuss standards and procedures for medical records, including a list of procedures for consent, discharge summaries, and right to confidentiality. The presenter will define special requirements for long-term care providers like swing bed services. Finally, the speaker will explain CoPs changes to radiology, s....
Pharmacy, Drug & Medication Standards in CAH
Sue Dill Calloway, RN, MSN, JD
This program will cover CAH interpretive guidelines on drugs and biologicals, pharmacy, and dietary policies. In order to prevent medication errors, CMS requires pharmacists to develop, supervise, and coordinate all pharmacy activities. CMS also requires hospitals to monitor outdated drugs to ensure they are not available for pa....
Statutory and Mandatory Training: Infection Prevention and Control (Clinical)
Industry Specialists
In this module, we'll look at the importance of preventing and controlling the spread of infection and best practice in the healthcare setting.
Abuse Management - Module E: Assessment & Interventions in Elder Abuse
Betsy B. Waterman, PhD, CAS, MS, BS & Ellen Fink-Samnick, MSW, ACSW, LCSW, CCM, CRP
1.5 Hours
The purpose of Improving Outcomes in Abuse Management is to educate case managers about types of abuse so that they may be aware of early warning signs and empowered to intervene and support the efforts of other interprofessional practice team members, including other health care professionals, patients and families.
Taking Action on Opioids Through Research and Best Practice
Molly Jeffery, PhD and Darshak Sanghavi, MD
1 Hours
“The Opioid Crisis” is a highly consequential cost driver for the U.S., on both a financial and human scale. Drug-related deaths have skyrocketed from about 8 per 100,000 in 2003 to about 16 per 100,000 in 2015. Opioids are mostly responsible for this increase. Opioid-related treatment costs were approximately $78.5 billion in 2....