A Summary of the Updated Recommendations for PALS 2015 by the AHA
Olympia Resol:RN, MPH, CRNI, CARN
1 Hours
A web based format which will allow continuous updates was released by the 2015 American Heart Association (AHA) Guidelines.
Rhabdomyolysis
Medical Education Systems, Inc.
3 Hours
Disorders of muscle, ranging in severity from asymptomatic creatine kinase elevation to rhabdomyolysis, are among the most discussed adverse effects associated with use of lipid- lowering agents, especially 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl coenzyme A reductase inhibitors (statins). 1-5 Fibric acid derivatives (fibrates) have also been....
Compassionate Person Centered Care of the Dying Part 1
Dr Bonnie Freeman DNP, RN, ANP, ACHPN
This e-learning activity will educate and enable the participant to embrace the important concepts of presence, communication, self-care, and compassion when providing evidence based care for the dying.
Compassionate Person Centered Care of the Dying : The CARES Tool part 2
Dr Bonnie Freeman DNP, RN, ANP, ACHPN
Part Two of series on Compassionate Person Centered Care of the Dying that focuses on the CARES Tool: An acronym organized guide that addresses the five most common needs of the dying
Cardio-Pulmonary Pharmacology
Medical Education Systems, Inc.
30 Hours
This continuing education course is designed to provide you with an overall review of the pharmacology associated with treating cardio-pulmonary disorders. While the focus is more on the pulmonary disorders, the inter-relatedness of the two systems requires some discussion of the medications focused on heart problems. Since the....
Chikungunya Virus - Simple and Easy Training
Andrew McNulty, PhD
This learning module teaches participants the most vital information they will need to understand Chikungunya Virus. Despite the name, the illness has nothing to do with chickens! With symptoms similar to that of Dengue Fever, this is an important condition to study and will most likely be found throughout the planet within th....
Acid Base
Andrew McNulty, PhD
A comprehensive course on Acid Base Imbalance which describes the mechanisms associated with maintenance of pH. This course teaches you to Identify and distinguish diagnostic data associated with acid base imbalances, how to differentiate between metabolic and respiratory acidosis and alkalosis and identify treatment regimens....
Theory Refresher for OT Practitioners: MOHO
Debora Davidson PhD, OTR/L
This course is designed for experienced occupational therapy practitioners who want to update, refresh and deepen their understanding of the Model of Human Occupation (“MOHO”), and ways that it can be enacted in occupational therapy through clinical evaluation and intervention. Selected References: Forsyth, K., Mann, L.S.....
Bright Futures: An Authentic OT Approach for Facilitating Clients' Transition to Adulthood
Debora Davidson PhD, OTR/L
Bright Futures: An Occupational Therapy Approach to Facilitating Young Adults’ Transition to Adulthood Young and mid-life adults with learning, developmental, and/or mental health disabilities sometimes find it impossible to achieve their life goal and full potential. The publicly-funded service system is not be a fit for man....
CPAP Compliance
Medical Education Systems, Inc.
20 Hours
This course presents you with a variety of readings from a variety of viewpoints regarding the issues associated with patient compliance with their CPAP instructions.
Radiating Neck Pain
Medical Education Systems, Inc.
4 Hours
Many epidemiological studies have been carried out to assess environmental and individual risk factors for neck disorders. There is evidence from both cross sectional and longitudinal studies that work with abducted arms, forward flexion of the neck, and repetitive movements of the hands or fingers increase the risk of various n....
The Role of the Nurse Case Manager in Workers’ Compensation Telehealth
Dr. Myra P. Keleher, DNP RN NEA-BC CDMS CHCQM LHRM
To enable the reader/learner to identify the role of the workers’ compensation nurse case manager in telehealth; identify the various digital options for recording diagnoses, initial and follow-up care.
Carpal Tunnel
Medical Education Systems, Inc.
6 Hours
Carpal tunnel syndrome of mild to moderate severity can often be effectively treated in a primary care environment. Workplace task modification and wrist splints can reduce or defer referral to hospital for surgical decompression. Nerve and tendon gliding exercises may also be of benefit. Steroid injections to the mouth of the c....
An Integrative Practical Approach to Stress Management for Nurses
Mariella Silva and Chris Flynn
1 Hours
The purpose of this course is for nurses to gain fundamental knowledge of the stress management techniques of mindfulness, meditation and diaphragmatic breathing.
Pain: Friend and Foe
Donn Kropp, RN, BSN
2 Hours
No two people experience pain the same, and no two instances of pain warrant the same treatment protocol. Perhaps this is why the study of pain and pain management can prove so perplexing. Unless we treat pain as the messenger, that it is, we will undoubtedly jump to conclusions based on our own experiences. Our individual acqua....
Alzheimer's Disease
Valerie Fergusson, RN, RMN and Ian Fergusson
Approved CE offering discussing Alzheimer's Disease
AORN 2016 - Reducing Colorectal Surgical Site Infections
Rose Moss, MN, RN, CNOR & Kim Haines, BSN, RN, Certified OR Nurse
1 Hours
One of the expected outcomes for all surgical patients is that they are free of infection; achieving this outcome is one of the perioperative nurse’s greatest responsibilities, especially in today’s dynamic health care environment. Surgical site infections (SSIs) remain a health care concern; for colorectal surgery patients, SSI....
Pain Management and Alternatives
Medline University
1 Hours
This course reviews the different types of pain and factors that influence pain. Different nursing interventions for pain control are discussed, including complementary, non-pharmacological therapies.
Continuous Subcutaneous Insulin Infusion CSII for the School Nurse
Judy Gilman
2.5 Hours
Since the introduction of insulin pumps several decades ago, Continuous Subcutaneous Insulin Infusion (CSII) therapy has become the preferred method of treatment for everyone with Type 1 Diabetes. For patients using CSII, it replaces multiple daily injections (MDI) of insulin. CSII is also used for some people with Type 2 Diabet....
Allergic Rhinitis
Carrie Bennett
1 Hours
No matter what type of health care environment you work in, chances are you have contact with clients that suffer from seasonal allergies! Take this online continuing education course to learn the basic physiology and latest treatment options, including alternative/complementary therapies.
PSYCHOLOGY 1 UNIT 7: DRUGS AND BEHAVIOUR (Part 2)
Mr Fergus McGrath (eolach.ie)
The drugs examined in this class are cocaine, amphetamine, caffeine and nicotine (all psychostimulants). Classes six and seven are excellent as part of (or in place of) a drugs awareness program.
PSYCHOLOGY 2: COMPLETE COURSE
Mr Fergus McGrath (eolach.ie)
This on-demand, self-directed, self-paced, e-learning course is available 24/7/365 and is suitable as a CPD activity for professionals whose work requires a knowledge of mental health, human behaviour and substance use and misuse, including addiction.Participants simply enrol in the course whenever suits them, study it at their....
PSYCHOLOGY 1 UNIT 6: DRUGS AND BEHAVIOUR (Part 1)
Mr Fergus McGrath (eolach.ie)
This class begins by describing how drugs move through the body, it then looks at the major categories of psychoactive substances (drugs that alter consciousness, mood and cognitive processing), both legal and illegal and looks at the behavioural consequences, pharmacological effects and side effects of their ingestion. The part....
Diabetes: An Introduction
Maureen Sullivan-Tevault
3.5 Hours
Diabetes (also known as Diabetes Mellitus) is a chronic disease state, in which the pancreas does not produce enough insulin, or the body does not effectively utilize the insulin being produced. The result of such events is that an increased amount of glucose remains in the bloodstream. This is known as hyperglycemia. Uncontroll....
Critical Thinking in Medication Administration
Patricia Schmehl
2 Hours
Administering medications to patients is part of the plan of care in nursing practice no matter the care setting utilized. In today’s healthcare environment of ever expanding nursing roles and practice settings along with a wide variety of medication classes, newly created and off label drugs plus the use of multiple medication....