SARS-COV-2 - COVID 19
Dr. Juli Reynolds PhD
Neo Consult This course provides information on what facilities should be doing to be prepared to respond to a case of an emerging respiratory virus such as the novel coronavirus, how to identify a case once it occurs, and how to properly implement IPC measures to ensure there is no further transmission to HCW or to other patie....
How to suture a wound
Joseph Bonham
0.50 Hours
This article explores how to suture a wound using several common techniques. The use of different suture techniques depends on various factors, including the type of wound, its location, skin thickness, wound tension and cosmetic considerations.
How to perform or assist with a transrectal ultrasound and prostate biopsy
Bruce Turner and Lawrence Drudge-Coates
0.50 Hours
This article aims to help nurses to support patients who require a prostate biopsy to diagnose or exclude prostate cancer. Nurses will also gain an understanding of the procedure for transrectal biopsy.
How to inform relatives and loved ones of a patient's death
Mags Guest
0.50 Hours
Informing relatives and loved ones of a patient’s death is a sensitive and often stressful task frequently undertaken by nurses.
Psychological interventions used to treat obsessive compulsive disorder
Judith Gellatly and Christine Molloy
0.50 Hours
Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) is a common mental health problem associated with poor quality of life, impaired functioning and increased risk of suicide. Improvement is unlikely and symptoms will remain chronic unless adequate treatment is provided. National Institute for Health and Care Excellence guidelines on the manage....
Anemia in the Pharmacy
Jacqueline Lockley, BBiomedSc(Path), MForensic, BPharm, and Dr. Hau Huynh, BBiomedSc, Pharm D
1.00 Hours
This CPE, titled Anemia in the Pharmacy, is designed for pharmacists and will update participants on the signs, symptoms, prevalence, different causes, diagnosis, and treatment of anemia. To Receive Credit: You will be required to view the CPE article and take an exam at the end of the course. Continuing education credits w....
Dental Pain- It’s All in the Head
John Chapman, BPharm, BCom, PGDipClinHospPharm and Dr. Hau Huynh, BBiomedSc, Pharm D
1.00 Hours
This CPE, titled Dental Pain- It’s All in the Head, is designed for pharmacists and will update participants on the characteristics, pathophysiology, and analgesic agents used in dental pain. To Receive Credit: You will be required to view the CPE article and take an exam at the end of the course. Continuing education credit....
The Glucuretics
Dr Brett MacFarlane BPharm, Hons, PhD, FACP, MPS
0.75 Hours
Designed to build on pharmacists existing knowledge of diabetes treatment with glucuretics and introduce them to the potential for the glucuretics to cause diabetic ketoacidosis. This activity was developed and accredited in Australia and was designed to address competencies described by the National Competencies Standards Fr....
Basic drug-drug interactions and the role of the pharmacist
Adrian Stratton. B. Pharm
1.00 Hours
Designed to increase understanding of Basic drug-drug interactions and the role of the Pharmacist. 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 in....
Metabolic Syndrome
John Chapman
1.00 Hours
Designed to give an overview of the pathogenesis and treatment options of metabolic syndrome. 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....
Treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Dr Brett MacFarlane BPharm, Hons, PhD, FACP, MPS
1.00 Hours
Designed to give an overview of the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). 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 not be appli....
Cancer in the community Part 1: Common Pharmaceuticals Encountered in Community Pharmacy
Dr Gregory Gaughran MRCP
1.00 Hours
Designed to give an overview of actions, adverse effects, and place in treatment of newer agents used in the treatment of cancer. 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).....
Probiotics in pregnancy and breastfeeding
Dr Brett MacFarlane BPharm, Hons, PhD, FACP, MPS
1.00 Hours
This activity is designed to give an overview of the safety and efficacy of probiotics in pregnancy and breastfeeding. 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, so....
Shoulder Examination
Thomas V. Gocke, MS, ATC, PA-C, DFAAPA
0.50 Hours
This video-based activity focuses on anatomy review, range-of-motion (ROM), motor and sensory assessments and specific orthopaedic tests for the Shoulder joint and related structures.
Upper Extremity Venous Evaluation
Joseph F. Polak, MD, MPH - Jean M. Alessi-Chinetti, RVT, RDMS
1.00 Hours
The presence of upper extremity deep vein thrombosis was, for many years, neglected. It was thought that upper extremity deep vein thrombosis was more of a nuisance than a true medical entity. This perception has dramatically changed. It is now recognized that upper extremity deep vein thrombosis can account for at least 10% and....
Sonography of TIPS (Transjugular Intrahepatic Portosystemic Shunt)
Sharlene A. Teefey, MD
1.00 Hours
This lecture will include discussing the indications for TIPS (transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt) placement, sonographic technique, findings of TIPS malfunction, and complications.
Sonographic Evaluation of Ectopic Pregnancies
Lyndon M. Hill, MD
1.00 Hours
The incidence of ectopic pregnancies has steadily increased from 4.5/1,000 in 1970 to 20/1,000 in 1992(NCHS, 1992). While this increase is for the most part real, earlier diagnosis also plays a role by identifying ectopic pregnancies that would have spontaneously resolved. Quantitiative B-hCG levels and transvaginal sonography h....
Myelodysplastic syndromes: update and nursing considerations
Mary Kelly, Teresa Meenaghan, and Maura Dowling
0.5 Hours
This module provides nurses with an update on diagnosis, management and care of patients with myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS), a complex group of disorders of the bone marrow. MDS has wide-ranging effects on patients’ lives. Understanding the effect of a diagnosis of MDS on patients’ quality of life is an important part of the n....
VCS 2020: PD-1 and PD-L1 expression on canine urothelial carcinoma cell lines and the relative expression of lymphocyte PD-1 in canine urothelial carcinoma patients
Christopher Pinard
Lymphocyte PD-1 expression was upregulated in canine patients with urothelial carcinoma (UC) in the urine only. PD-1/PD-L1 expression was also detected on all cell lines and may reflect a future therapeutic target for canine UC patients. Exam offered and MVMA CE certificate issued following presentation.
VCS 2020: Chemotherapy Safety & USP800 Compliance "FAQ's Galore" An Open Diaglogue
Jenny Cassibry Fisher
Topic: Chemotherapy Safety & USP800 Compliance "FAQ's Galore" An Open Diaglogue The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) have set criteria for what “Makes a HD”. The six criteria include: carcinogenicity, teratogenicity, reproductive toxicity, organ toxicity at low doses, genotoxicity, structure, and to....
VCS 2020: Oncology Emergencies
Andi Flory
Veterinary oncology patients may present on emergency, for both cancer and non-cancer reasons. How can you tell if a patient needs to come in to be seen? How can you determine if they are presenting for a cancer or non-cancer reason? And how can you direct your clients when they need to bring their pet in for evaluation? We....
Uterine Shape Abnormalities: Do We Need Magnetic Resonance Imaging?
Yvette S. Groszmann, MD, MPH
1.00 Hours
Sonographic Evaluation of the Uterus and Endometrium Uterine Shape Abnormalities: Do We Need Magnetic Resonance Imaging? Filmed live at the Gynecologic and Early Obstetric Ultrasound Solving Problems With Imaging Course Friday, September 25, 2015 Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas, Nevada