Substance Abuse and the Healthcare Worker - An Update
Theresa D. Roberts, MHS, RT(R)(MR)
1 Hours
Most people in the general population are unaware of how widespread drug addition has become. Even fewer are aware of the number of healthcare professionals that are addicts. Substance abuse affects people in all socioeconomic groups and geographic areas. This article is intended to convey: useful information in identifying the....
The National Opioid Crisis
John Peterson, MD
0.25 Hours
The use of opioids for pain management continues to grow. Addiction to opioids has become common, as the use of prescription opioids for pain management rises. This session will discuss the opioid crisis, the evolution of addiction, treatment modalities, and how to treat the opioid-addicted patient when pain management is requi....
Understanding the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Healthcare Safety Network Criteria
Mary Ann Daehler MS, RN, CRNI®, OCN®
0.75 Hours
Many facilities are reporting hospital-acquired infections (HAIs) to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) through the National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN). The NHSN criteria provide a standard language for infection surveillance, which allows benchmarking of data. This presentation will explain the criteria....
Shoulder Soft Tissue Injuries 2
Thomas V. Gocke, MS, ATC, PA-C, DFAAPA
1 Hours
This video-based activity focuses on Acromioclavicular joint sprains, Acromioclavicular joint arthritis, Long head of the Bicep Tendon ruptures and distal Bicep Tendon ruptures.
The Evolving Practice of Infusion Nurses Placing Central Vascular Access Devices
Cathy Perry, MSN, ANP-BC, VA-BC, CRNI®
0.75 Hours
Nurses have successfully placed peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs) for more than 30 years. Central vascular access device (CVAD) placement by nurses is increasing in prevalence for reasons including a physician shortage, changes in reimbursement, sepsis protocols, and a history of successful nurse-placed peripherall....
Tibia 2 – Tibial Plateau and Plafond Fractures
Thomas V. Gocke, MS, ATC, PA-C, DFAAPA
1 Hours
This video-based activity focuses on a general anatomy review of the low leg and ankle, radiographic overview of tibia plateau, plafond and fibula shaft fractures, treatment options for fibula shaft fractures and Maisonneuve injuries to the low leg.
Tibia 1 – Tibia Shaft Fractures
Thomas V. Gocke, MS, ATC, PA-C, DFAAPA
1 Hours
This video-based activity focuses on a general anatomy review of the low leg and ankle, general radiographic overview of tibia fractures. We describe: Castillo classifications for quantifying open fractures; treatment for open and closed tibia shaft fractures; and review diagnostic and treatment options for acute compartment syn....
Bioethics and Ethics in Medical Research
Elizabeth Anne Bukusi, MBChB, M.Med (ObGyn), MPH, PhD, PGD, Professor S. Molyneux and John Munene M
Outline: Introduction Medical Ethics Research Ethics Basic Principles of Clinical Ethics
Administration of Drugs by Subcutaneous Injection
Gerry McKay
This session describes the use of subcutaneous (SC) injection as a route of drug delivery. It covers the reasons why it is used, the common types of drugs that can be given this way, practical aspects of giving a subcutaneous injection and adverse effects that might be encountered.
Administration of Drugs by Intravenous Infusion Pumps
Henry Fok and Kerry Layne
This session explains why some drugs are administered via intravenous infusion pumps. It also discusses the important features of a prescription for an intravenous infusion, how to set up an infusion pump and how to monitor the progress of an intravenous infusion.
Strategic Leadership and Management in Health
AMREF Health Africa
This programme is designed to produce Oncology Nurses who are competent in providing holistic, evidence based care to patients with life threatening conditions including cancer as well as in managing palliative and oncology care services. Further, the program prepares the graduates to be able to participate in research and educa....
Supporting people with Parkinson’s in later life
Nicky Hayes and Suma Surendranath
1 Hours
Parkinson’s in old age can be a complex individual condition that affects physical and psychological function and wellbeing. As a result, the needs of different people may vary. However, all older people with Parkinson’s will benefit from access to a specialist, comprehensive old-age assessment and nursing care that understands....
Managing patients with multiple sclerosis: a complex neurological disease
Nikki Embrey
This learning module describes the complex neurological condition multiple sclerosis (MS) and its management. It outlines the pathophysiology and symptoms, the importance of timely access to specialist services for treatment of symptoms, and relapse and disease management. New and emerging therapies for the management of MS, the....
Managing fatigue in adults with multiple sclerosis
Susan Jane Hourihan
1 Hours
Fatigue is one of the most common symptoms experienced by people with multiple sclerosis (MS) and has a significant effect on all aspects of daily living and on quality of life. It is important for healthcare professionals working with patients with MS to identify fatigue where present and to be able to offer clinically effectiv....
Teaching students to apply the 6Cs of nursing to their practice
Kathleen Duffy
1 Hours
Nurses and midwives are asked to demonstrate the 6Cs (care, compassion, competence, communication, courage and commitment) of nursing in 'everything we do'. Mentors have a crucial role in the provision of health care and in educating nurses and midwives. This learning module aims to provide guidance to mentors on how to integrat....
Caring for patients with haemorrhagic shock
Elizabeth Gallimore
This learning module discusses the clinical features of haemorrhagic shock and the strategies used to manage the condition, focusing on the presenting symptoms, classifications, compensatory mechanisms, physiological changes and nursing interventions. Haemorrhagic shock is a condition of reduced tissue perfusion as a result of t....
Spirituality in nursing practice
Melanie Rogers and John Wattis
1 Hours
Spirituality is an important aspect of holistic care that is frequently overlooked. This is because of difficulties in conceptualising spirituality and confusion about how it should be integrated into nursing care. This learning module explores what is meant by spirituality and spiritually competent practice. It examines attitud....
Intrapleural chest drainage: pathophysiology, treatment and nursing care
Philip Woodrow
Abnormal fluid or air between the pleura results in respiratory distress and can cause death, if untreated. Intrapleural chest drains are used to remove abnormal accumulations of fluid or air. Caring for patients with intrapleural chest drains requires knowledge and skill to ensure patient safety. This learning module describes....
Assessment and management of paracetamol poisoning in adults
Janice Pettie and Margaret Dow
Paracetamol is a low cost, effective analgesic that is widely available in the UK. Paracetamol is the drug most commonly taken in overdose and can lead to acute liver failure, which can be fatal. This learning module focuses on the assessment and management of paracetamol poisoning in adults. It includes current UK guidelines on....
Supporting people with Down’s syndrome and dementia
Karen Watchman
1 Hours
People with Down’s syndrome enjoy a longer life expectancy now than they ever have before, and are therefore at greater risk of developing conditions associated with ageing, including dementia. The evidence base for the effects of dementia on people with Down’s syndrome is much smaller than that for older people generally, which....
Educating children’s nurses to communicate bad news
Doreen Crawford, Doris Corkin, Jane Coad and Rachel Hollis
1 Hours
Some parents are unhappy with the way news is broken to them. This learning module seeks to educate and inform the reflective practitioner on a series of communication strategies to enhance their skills. This is important because the way news is disclosed can affect the way news is accepted and the level of support the family wi....
Telephone Consultations
Michael Innes
0.5 Hours
This session explores the issues that may arise when a consultation is conducted over the telephone, including how to minimise the possible negative factors. The advantages of using the phone are then discussed, following by a presentation of best practice advice.
Communicating with Ill People
Luke Feathers
Communicating with ill patients can be quite challenging for many reasons. This session looks at how you can improve your communication with ill patients in end of life care. This session was reviewed by Richard Kitchen and updated in July 2021.
Infection Prevention and Control - Level 1
Rowena Chilvers, Jo Green, Helen Dunn, Deborah Tyler, Mohamed Sadak, Esther Taborn.
This e-learning session meets the statutory and mandatory training requirements and learning outcomes for Infection Prevention and Control Level 1 in the UK Core Skills Training Framework (UK CSTF).
Communication and Human Factors
Claire Wroe and Maryke Woest
This session will outline how effective communication between healthcare colleagues is a key factor in protecting patients and prevention of errors. It has been developed by the three Critical Care Networks in London, and the Pan-London Critical Care Practice Development Group, working with CapitalNurse and e-Learning for Hea....