VCS 2020: An exploratory investigation of novel molecular targets for chemotherapy in canine histiocytic sarcoma
Hirotaka Tomiyasu
To understand the molecular pathophysiologies of canine histiocytic sarcoma. Exam offered and MVMA CE certificate issued following presentation.
VCS 2020: A multimodality radioimmunotherapy approach to treating advanced stage cancer in companion dogs.
Kara Magee
The theranostic use of 86Y-NM600 allows for planned delivery of 90Y-NM600 to metastatic tumor sites, which is well-tolerated in combination with single-dose external beam radiation therapy and intratumoral immuncytokine injections in dogs. Exam offered and MVMA CE certificate issued following presentation.
VCS 2020: Stereotactic Radiation Therapy
Susan Larue
Stereotactic Radiation Therapy (SRT) has greatly impacted veterinary radiation oncology, decreasing overall treatment time and permitting efficacious treatment of gross disease. SRT provides radiation alternatives for tumors in previously inaccessible locations. As with traditional fractionated radiation, the concept uncomplic....
VCS 2020: Implementing State-of-the-Art Radiation Therapy in Veterinary Practice
Kelsey Pohlmann
Topic: Implementing State-of-the-Art Radiation Therapy in Veterinary Practice The purpose of this 2-hour CE presentation is to provide a general overview of radiation therapy in veterinary medicine. This presentation will provide a brief overview of basic physics and biology of external beam radiation. We will also discuss the....
Age Discrimination
Industry Specialist
Ensure that you do not discriminate by age with the help of this session
Using Assistive Devices
Industry Specialists
This module provides caregivers with an overview of a variety of assistive devices available to improve the quality of life of clients with limitations and/or disabilities. Covers the purpose of each device and how nursing assistants can help their clients use the device. Includes information about the emotional adjustment a cli....
Blood glucose monitoring and management in acute stroke care
Elizabeth Laird
0.50 Hours
Diabetes mellitus is a major risk factor for stroke. Concerns have been raised that adults with acute stroke, irrespective of whether or not they have a history of diabetes mellitus, are at increased risk of experiencing hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia. Hyperglycaemia is associated with severe stroke and poor clinical outcomes, t....
How to care for a patient's eyes in critical care settings
Janet Marsden and Richard Davies
0.25 Hours
Eyecare is an important aspect of the nursing management of patients who are critically ill. All patients in acute care settings with absent or compromised eye defence mechanisms are at risk of eye complications and ocular surface disease. This module aims to assist healthcare practitioners to care for the eyes of patients in cr....
Caring for a child with adrenal insufficiency
Sinéad Moloney, Nuala Murphy, and Jacqueline Collin
0.50 Hours
Adrenal insufficiency is an endocrine condition defined as the inadequate production or action of glucocorticoids, principally a steroid hormone called cortisol. While rare in childhood, it carries the risk of adrenal crisis in the event of a child becoming unwell as a result of intercurrent illness, injury or surgery. Children'....
Fundamentals of chronic pain in children and young people: multimodal treatment
Paula A Forgeron and Jennifer Stinson
0.50 Hours
Chronic pain is common in childhood and can have severe physical and psychological consequences but, unlike acute pain, it is not always recognized by nurses and other health professionals. A holistic and multidisciplinary approach to treatment is required and nurses can play a significant role in helping children and families t....
Management and treatment options for patients with open abdomen
Kurinchi Gurusamy and Brian Davidson
0.50 Hours
Abdominal sepsis and trauma are the main indications for open abdomen. However, there is no robust evidence that open abdomen is better than closed in these cases. When using open abdomen, treatment goals are to control the source of infection, protect the bowel from damage, minimise adhesions between the bowel and abdominal wal....
Parenteral nutrition: indications, risks and nursing care
Jane Fletcher
0.25 Hours
Parenteral nutrition is a recognized method of feeding patients with specific clinical conditions, most notably those with various forms of intestinal failure who cannot be fed enterally. However, it has several associated risks including sepsis, and metabolic and electrolyte imbalances. The aim of this article is to enhance nur....
How to perform open tracheal suction via an endotracheal tube
Nicola Credland
0.50 Hours
This How to module provides nurses with information on how to perform open tracheal suction via an endotracheal tube. Tracheal suction involves the removal of pulmonary secretions from the respiratory tract using negative pressure under sterile conditions. Practitioners should be aware of the indications for, and risks associ....
The importance of the arterial pulse in advanced cardiac examination
Christopher Nicholson
0.50 Hours
The pulse is a significant indicator of health and can provide valuable information to help make an accurate diagnosis. All nurses should be competent in taking and interpreting the pulse, and developing their expertise in this vital sign. Arterial pulses can be examined at various sites, and this article focuses on techniques f....
Prevention strategies for overseas travellers at risk of rabies
Jacqueline Pye
0.50 Hours
Rabies is a fatal viral disease that causes acute inflammation of the brain in humans. Transmission is usually through a bite or scratch or contact with the saliva of an infected animal. However, it is a vaccine-preventable disease. It is important that those traveling to rabies-endemic countries are aware of the risk of rabies....
HIV AIDS overview
Quantum Units Education
0.25 Hours
This course provides: an HIV overview; the HIV life cycle; the stages of HIV infection; HIV testing; FDA-approved HIV medicines; HIV/AIDS clinical trials; HIV prevention; mother-to-child transmission of HIV; HIV treatment; HIV drug resistance; HIV and immunizations; and side effects of HIV medicines. *This course is not appro....
Galactagogues to Increase Milk Supply in Breastfeeding Mothers
Morna Falkland B. Pharm
1.00 Hours
This CPE, titled Galactagogues to Increase Milk Supply in Breastfeeding Mothers, is designed for pharmacists and will update participants on the efficacy, side effects, and evidence for the use of herbal galactagogues, domperidone, and metoclopramide to increase milk production in breastfeeding mothers. To Receive Credit: Yo....
Pharmacotherapy for Smoking Cessation
Lyn Baucia, BPharm, BSc, AASCP, ATTUD, MPS
1.00 Hours
This educational activity was designed to discuss nicotine replacement therapy products and other pharmacotherapy agents used in smoking cessation. This activity was developed and accredited in Australia and was designed to address competencies described by the National Competencies Standards Framework for Pharmacists in Aust....
Motivating Committed Smokers to Quit
Lyn Baucia, BPharm, BSc, AASCP, ATTUD, MPS
1.00 Hours
This educational activity was designed to discuss using the Brief Intervention Model and Richter and Ellenberg’s opt-out approach to motivate committed smokers to quit.
Side Effects of Inhaled Corticosteroids
Morna Falkland B. Pharm
1.00 Hours
Designed to give an overview of the side effects of inhaled corticosteroids and how to manage them. Accreditation Details and Estimated Time to Complete This activity was developed and accredited in Australia and was designed to address competencies described by the National Competencies Standards Framework for Pharmacists i....
Multiple indications for magnesium: Evidence for efficacy
Craig Dowdy B. Pharm, MACP, Professional Development Pharmacist at ACP
1.00 Hours
Designed to give an overview of the scientific evidence for the multiple uses of magnesium. This activity was developed and accredited in Australia and was designed to address competencies described by the National Competencies Standards Framework for Pharmacists in Australia (2016). As such, some of the information may n....
Cancer in the community Part 2: Supportive care for the oncology patient
Dr Gregory Gaughran MRCP
1.00 Hours
Designed to give an overview of the side effects of chemotherapy commonly seen in community pharmacy, and the pharmacist's role in their management This activity was developed and accredited in Australia and was designed to address competencies described by the National Competencies Standards Framework for Pharmacists in Aust....
Topical Corticosteroids
Dr Brett MacFarlane BPharm, Hons, PhD, FACP, MPS
1.00 Hours
This activity is designed to give an overview of the uses of corticosteroids topically, with discussion of adverse effects. This activity was developed and accredited in Australia and was designed to address competencies described by the National Competencies Standards Framework for Pharmacists in Australia (2016). As suc....
Uncontrolled asthma: a stepped approach to therapy
Craig Dowdy BPharm, MACP
1.00 Hours
This activity is designed to discuss asthma and its control, with emphasis on a stepped approach to therapy. This activity was developed and accredited in Australia and was designed to address competencies described by the National Competencies Standards Framework for Pharmacists in Australia (2016). As such, some of the....
The pharmacist’s role in COPD therapy (podcast)
Dr Brett MacFarlane BPharm, Hons, PhD, FACP, MPS
1.00 Hours
In this podcast activity Dr Brett MacFarlane interviews advanced practice pharmacist Debbie Rigby about pharmacists’ roles in COPD therapy, with discussion about newer inhaler devices Accreditation Details and Estimated Time to Complete This activity was developed and accredited in Australia and was designed to address compe....