Patient advocacy
Pin Pin Choi
1 Hours
The role of nurses as patient advocates is well recognised by healthcare professionals, yet the processes and practices involved in patient advocacy are not clearly understood. A suboptimal level of advocacy is often apparent in the literature, encompassing paternalistic concepts of protecting patients from harm. This learning m....
Reducing medication errors in nursing practice
Linda Cloete
Medication errors remain one of the most common causes of unintended harm to patients. They contribute to adverse events that compromise patient safety and result in a large financial burden to the health service. The prevention of medication errors, which can happen at every stage of the medication preparation and distribution....
An evidence-based approach to intramuscular injection technique
Sherri Ogston-Tuck
1 Hours
Intramuscular injections require a thorough and meticulous approach to patient assessment and injection technique. This article, the second in a series of two, reviews the evidence base to inform safer practice and to consider the evidence for nursing practice in this area. A framework for safe practice is included, identifying....
Penile cancer: diagnosis, clinical features and management
Bruce Turner and Lawrence Drudge-Coates and Sarah Henderson
1 Hours
This learning module aims to provide the reader with an overview of penile cancer. The focus is on clinical and medical aspects to help nurses understand incidence, aetiology, diagnosis and treatment, to enable them educate and support patients affected by this disease. Psychological support of patients and their partners is als....
Role of the nurse in addressing the health effects of climate change
Benny Goodman
1 Hours
Climate change affects the social and environmental determinants of health such as clean air, sufficient food, safe drinking water and secure shelter, and may be considered a threat to health. Healthcare professionals have been called to take action on carbon reduction. Action depends on various factors such as personal commitme....
Prevention and management of depression in the primary care setting
Sheila Hardy
1 Hours
Depression is a common mental health condition in which severe and persistent symptoms can lead to suicidal ideation. Timely recognition of depression is essential to improve patients’ mental health and quality of life. This learning module outlines strategies to manage depression in primary care. It is anticipated that after co....
Recognition and management of asthma in children and young people
Jenny Pinfield, Kerry Gaskin, Jackie Bentley and Jo Rouse
Asthma is a common childhood disorder that has global significance. Developing an understanding of the aetiology, effects, diagnosis and management of the disorder enables healthcare practitioners to reduce the physical, psychological and social effects of asthma on children, families and healthcare systems. This learning module....
Caring for patients with diabetes and depression
Paula Mayo
As the population ages, an increasing number of people are developing long-term conditions. This is a challenge for healthcare systems in terms of funding and support, and comorbidities add to the economic burden. This learning module considers the comorbid conditions diabetes and depression, which healthcare professionals incre....
Caring for adult patients who require nasogastric feeding tubes
Kristine Curtis
Nasogastric tubes provide a safe means of delivering nutrition support to many patients in hospital and the community. Insertion and care of these tubes will be familiar to many nurses. Evidence has shown that misplaced tubes, either on insertion or during use, can cause serious harm or even death to patients. This learning modu....
Patient safety: threats and solutions
Dorothy McCaughan and Gerri Kaufman
The recent landmark report into the care failings at Stafford Hospital has called for sweeping changes to end the NHS’s neglect of patient safety (Francis 2013). The report calls for a ‘fundamental change’ in culture so that patients are always put first, and it makes 290 recommendations covering a broad range of issues relating....
How to measure tracheostomy tube cuff pressure
Nicola Credland
This module explores the process and principles of measuring tracheostomy tube cuff pressure and the associated evidence base. It discusses the indications for tracheostomy tube cuff pressure measurement and identifies potential complications associated with the procedure. Regular measurement of tracheostomy tube cuff pressur....
How to inform relatives and loved ones of a patient's death
Mags Guest
Informing relatives and loved ones of a patient’s death is a sensitive and often stressful task frequently undertaken by nurses. Effective communication skills and demonstrating compassion are essential when informing relatives and loved ones of a patient’s death. The nurse should use suitable language and choose an appropriat....
Caring for patients with limb amputation
Anila Virani, Jane Werunga, Carol Ewashen and Theresa Green
This learning module provides an overview of the care of patients undergoing limb amputation. Absence of a limb can be congenital or the result of trauma or complications of chronic diseases. While the economic burden of limb amputation is significant, nurses have an important role in limiting other losses attributable to limb l....
How to perform basic life support
Melanie Rushton and Mike Barker
This module aims to help practitioners refresh their knowledge of basic life support (BLS) supplementary to annual mandatory training. The module offers a step-by-step approach to BLS based on Resuscitation Council (UK) guidelines. There is a need to practise BLS on a regular basis to ensure competency in this area. A quick a....
Breast Imaging Essentials Module 2: Digital Equipment and Image Production
James N. Johnston, Ph.D.,R.T.(R)(CV), MRT
This module explains the basic functions and components of mammography equipment. The direct and indirect methods of digital image acquisition are discussed, along with the requirements for displaying the resulting images. You will also learn about methods for storing mammographic images, and the Mammography Quality Standards Ac....
Cerebral Autoregulation-oriented Therapy at the Bedside (Journal CME - June 2017)
Andres Zorrilla-Vaca, B.Sc., Romergryko G. Geocadin, M.D., Ryan J. Healy, B.Sc., Wendy Ziai, M.D., M
1.00 Hours
This comprehensive review summarizes the evidence regarding use of cerebral autoregulation directed therapy at the bedside and provides an evaluation of its impact on optimizing cerebral perfusion and associated functional outcomes. Multiple studies in adults and several in children have shown the feasibility of individualizing....
Prescribing and Monitoring of Controlled Substance Prescriptions Using Prescription Monitoring Programs
Dr. Vaishnavi Tata
This presentation will cover the utility of Prescription Monitoring Programs and how they affect the decision to prescribe and dispense controlled substance prescriptions. This is a prescribing and monitoring controlled substances CE program.
Texas Pharmacy Law Update-TECHNICIAN
Allison Vordenbaumen Benz, R.Ph., M.S.
The session will review recent changes in pharmacy laws and rules; and review bills passed during the 2019 Texas Legislative Session that may affect the practice of pharmacy or the Board of Pharmacy. UAN: 0156-0000-20-196-H03-T Credit Hours: 1.0 (0.1 CEUs) Type: Knowledge-based The Texas Society of Health-System Pharmaci....
Generation Z I don't know thee: Mentoring the dominant generation (Preceptor CPE)
Tony Palmer, RPh, DBA
At the conclusion of this program attendees will leave with educational techniques appropriate to engage generation Z or iGen students in experiential learning. Attendees will have gained an acute awareness of generation Z characteristics and preferred communication and work styles and will be able to use this knowledge in their....
The Evolving Role of Direct Oral Anticoagulants in Cardiovascular Disease: A Review of Recent Literature
Caitlin M. Gibson, PharmD, BCPS, BCCP
A review of recent literature related to novel cardiovascular uses for DOACs.
Intrinsic and Extrinsic factors Affecting Fertility in Cattle
Bethany Funnell, DVM
From heat stress to metritis to lameness, it's a wonder that we can get cows pregnant at all. This discussion will touch on some of the known internal and external factors that can influence fertility of cattle.
Role of a Campus Representative
Ms Anna Belle Burleson
This 7-minute video shares the basic duties of a campus rep - with or without a local unit.
Breathwork Certification Module 1: Introduction to Therapeutic Breathwork for Caregivers
Jim Morningstar, Ph.D.
12 Hours
The purpose of this training is to introduce breathwork skills to professionals in the healing arts. Breathwork is a conscious breath monitoring process which is used by health care professionals around the world to explore, release and integrate mental, emotional and physical material that maybe impeding a clients ability to: -....