Severe Asthma in Children: From Mechanisms to Disease Modification
Leonard B. Bacharier (MD FAAAAI), Dr. Theresa W. Guilbert (MD MS), and Dr. Daniel J. Jackson (MD)
1.25 Hours
Frequent exacerbations are an important feature and associated with significant morbidity, health care utilization and costs.Furthermore, recurrent severe exacerbations may lead to progressive loss of lung function and increased asthma severity over time.Recent studies have helped elucidate mechanisms underlying severe asthma in....
Breastfeeding the Premature Infant
Karen Rechnitzer, RN, IBCLC
This course discusses breastfeeding the premature baby in the NICU setting including establishing the milk supply through pumping, special techniques to feed the premature infant and preparing the baby and the parents for discharge.
Chronic Disease Care for Licensed Clinical Staff
Sheila Richmeier, MS, RN, FACMPE
1 Hours
This course covers the knowledge and skills necessary to apply basic evidence based guidelines within the practice team. The content explores the differences between acute and chronic disease and outlines common chronic diseases. Information presented will enhance the ability to recognize primary care and specialty roles in mana....
Population Management for Care Manager
Sheila Richmeier, MS, RN, FACMPE
1 Hours
This course will provide information to help define roles and workflows of the care manager in population management. Information presented will help care managers understand patient populations, population health data, and techniques to improve patient health and prevent further illness.
Amniocentesis
Craig V. Towers M.D., F.A.C.O.G
1 Hours
The first amniocentesis procedures were reported by Von Schatz, Lambl, and Prochownick in the 1870’s and early 1880’s. These early procedures were used to relieve patients that were suffering from severe polyhydramnios. In 1930, Menees reported performing the procedure on pregnant women for the purpose of amniography. The m....
Respiratory Syncytial Virus
Jodi Neuens, RN
1 Hours
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is the leading cause of lower respiratory infections in infants and children. Most reported cases of bronchiolitis and pneumonia in the pediatric population can be attributed to RSV. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), nearly 100% of children in childcare contract the virus withi....
Peripheral Vascular Disease of the Lower Extremity
Arnold S. Rappoport M.D.
1 Hours
The definition of peripheral vascular disease is insufficient arterial blood flow to the extremities. The most common cause for peripheral vascular disease is atherosclerosis, which is primarily found in arteries (also called arteriosclerosis). Inflammatory diseases of arteries may also cause peripheral vascular disease, but the....
Challenges of Home Infusion Reimbursement
Linda Payne
1 Hours
Infusion reimbursement provides challenges and coverage issues in today's health care system. The complexities of the services, equipment, and medication contribute to billing and reimbursement challenges between home infusion providers and payers. Successful organizations strategize and disseminate the challenges and processes....
COPD Care Module A: Prevalence and Pathophysiology
Debra Siela, PhD, RN, CCNS, ACNS-BC, CCRN, CNE, RRT
1.25 Hours
This module explores the reasons why many patients do not get diagnosed with COPD until it has progressed to at least a moderate level. It describes how the disease has increased over the years, both in its affect on the population and in its costs. It also covers the pathophysiology of COPD: how the disease begins, how it progr....
Animal and Human Bite Wounds
Thomas V. Gocke, MS, ATC, PA-C, DFAAPA
0.5 Hours
This video-based activity focuses on fundamentals of animal and human bite wounds, mechanism of injury, evaluation and treatment, crushing injuries, “fight bite” wounds, common bacterial organisms and appropriate antibiotic coverage.
Depression - Mod A: Prevalence and Impact of Depression
Betsy B. Waterman, PhD, CAS, MS, BS & Ellen Fink-Samnick, MSW, ACSW, LCSW, CCM, CRP
1.5 Hours
Depression has been a problem in society for centuries but, as this module shows, a thorough understanding of the illness is still developing. The module begins by looking at how different cultures and eras have treated depression—from a legitimate disease to a demonic influence or a character flaw—and how different stigmas toda....
COPD Module E: Case Manager's Role in COPD Care
Debra Siela, PhD, RN, CCNS, ACNS-BC, CCRN, CNE, RRT
1.75 Hours
Since COPD is best managed through ongoing self-care by the patient, this module breaks down the most effective tactics that case managers can use when counseling patients. It details the team of players that CMs should include in the loop, as well as the user-friendly tenets of motivational interviewing, which can encourage mor....
Parenteral Nutrition Risks and Alternatives
Laurie Reyen, MN, RN
0.25 Hours
Parenteral nutrition (PN) provides life-saving nutritional support for complex patients in settings such as trauma, large abdominal surgery, oncology, and hyperemesis. Despite the benefits, PN carries significant risks for fluid and electrolyte imbalances, liver disease, and development of central line bloodstream infection (CLA....
RESEARCH TRACK: Disseminating Research: How Can I Create an Effective Poster Presentation?
William Warrington PhD, RN, CCRP
0.75 Hours
Dissemination of research findings is a crucial element in the research process. Once the study data has been analyzed, how do you share the results of your study? Posters are an acceptable and popular presentation format at many nursing conferences. However, if a reader is not attracted to your poster in less than five seconds....
Understanding Chronic Wounds
Georgina Casey
Chronic wounds are an increasing burden on the health budget. An ageing population, growing rates of diabetes and cardiovascular disease, and increasingly sophisticated wound therapies are creating a surge in healthcare costs. While evidence-based practice improves wound care, nurses must navigate the tensions between experience....
Case Management Leadership: Developing Best Practices Part II
Toni Cesta, Ph.D., RN, FAAN and Beverly Cunningham, MS, RN
The role of the case management leadership is one of the most challenging, complex positions in any healthcare setting. Case management leaders are expected to have a comprehensive skill set ranging from clinical expertise to reimbursement. Additionally, case management leaders need strong management skills to leverage their re....
Compliance Measures for the Case Manager’s Daily Practice
Toni Cesta, PhD, RN, FAAN and Beverly Cunningham, MS, RN
During this webinar, our experts will explain compliance issues that affect your practice: the Two-Midnight rule, the NOTICE Act, HINNs, and many others. Additionally, this program will help you identify compliance practice gaps and how to fix them!
Complying with Section 1557: OCR & CMS CoPs
Sue Dill Calloway, RN, MSN, JD
Patients with limited English proficiency experience higher-than-average readmission rates and encounter more adverse events compared to English-speaking patients. It's imperative for hospitals to equip their interpreters with the right tools to meet the needs of every patient. In this session, attendees will learn about the....
Benzodiazepine Prescriptions and their Ensuing Challenges
Gloria J. Baciewic and Timothy J. Wiegand
1.25 Hours
A Deep Dive into Complex Addiction Cases with Leading Experts! The ACMT Addiction Toxicology Case Conference webinar series discusses Addiction/Toxicology cases in an interactive fashion featuring experts from Addiction Medicine, Addiction Psychiatry, and Medical Toxicology. Case 1: A 53 year old female with opioid use dis....
A Discussion of Pediatric Cannabis Ingestions and a Case Involving a Patient Admitted to a Research
Gloria J. Baciewic and Timothy J. Wiegand
1.25 Hours
A Deep Dive into Complex Addiction Cases with Leading Experts! The ACMT Addiction Toxicology Case Conference webinar series discusses Addiction/Toxicology cases in an interactive fashion featuring experts from Addiction Medicine, Addiction Psychiatry, and Medical Toxicology. Case 1: Beyond Colorado - discussion of pediatri....
PCM M4 Disorders Due To Substance Misuse
Primary Care International (PCI)
In this unit we'll look at how to help patients with disorders due to alcohol and drug misuse.
PCM M5 Growth and Development
Primary Care International (PCI)
In this unit we'll look at how you can support healthy growth and development.
PCM M5 Nutrition
Primary Care International (PCI)
In this unit we'll look at the benefits of a healthy diet.
NCD Knowledge & Skills M2 Diabetes in Pregnancy
Primary Care International (PCI)
Here will cover the diagnosis and management of diabetes in pregnancy.
NCD Knowledge & Skills M2 Heart Failure
Primary Care International (PCI)
Here will explore how to diagnose and support patients with heart failure.