Courses
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Suicide Prevention: At-Risk Populations Assessment, Treatment, and Risk Management (WA) | 6.00 | |
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
Origination: Expiration: This multi-lesson module provides suicide training according to the state of Washington requirements. The four lessons cover: Lesson 1: Assessing and Screening for Suicide Risk: provides skills to identify individuals at increased risk of suicide Lesson 2: Overview of Evidence-Based, Suicide-Specific Interventions: provides knowledge about evidence-based, suicide-specific interventions Lesson 3: Community-Based Interventions to Reduce Suicide Risk: provides information about community-based, upstream suicide prevention approaches Lesson 4: Preventing Suicide Among Veteran Populations: provides skills in assessment and intervention to reduce suicide risk among veterans Recognize three risk and three protective factors for suicide. Discuss how to effectively screen to identify individuals at risk for suicide. Identify three components of a comprehensive suicide assessment. Recall the factors you should consider when determining what interventions may be needed for suicidal individuals. Describe three evidence-based interventions for treating individuals at risk for suicide or who have made a recent attempt. Summarize the process for completing a safety plan and reducing access to lethal means. E Explain what upstream suicide prevention means and why it is important. Describe how fostering life skills and resilience can help to prevent suicide. Summarize the impact of connectedness as an upstream suicide prevention approach. Identify three factors that specifically increase suicide risk in veterans. Recall screening and assessment strategies to identify veterans at risk for suicide. Define three effective ways to intervene to reduce suicide risk among veterans. Reviewer |
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Drug Diversion, SUD, and Pain Management | 3.00 | |
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
Origination: Expiration: Safely managing pain for the people in your care requires you to be knowledgeable about pain management recommendations. It is important to understand the risk factors for misuse and substance use disorder (SUD) as well as the signs that someone has a SUD and how to treat it. Unfortunately, SUD is one of the drivers of drug diversion. Therefore, it is also critical that you understand drug diversion tactics and behaviors so you can help prevent it. The goal of this course is to educate healthcare providers in all settings on pain management and preventing substance use disorder and diversion. Discuss drug diversion and related drug diversion behaviors and activities. Identify various classifications of medications that are diverted or misused. Describe screening and assessment tools helpful in identifying substance use disorders. Recognize nonpharmacological and pharmacological treatments of substance use disorders. Explain options for pain management. |
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Introduction to Fetal Heart Monitoring | 2.80 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Expiration: This program presents basic concepts in fetal heart monitoring for bedside perinatal care providers. It is divided into five sections, each of which discusses a separate topic and reinforces key elements of fetal assessment and oxygenation: Maternal and fetal physiology Knowledge checks and section Questions and Answers highlight key learning points. Practice exercises and case studies are designed to reinforce the importance of clinicians’ assessments and decisions and their effect on patient care. AWHONN is the provider of the continuing education activity and Relias is the joint provider. Delineate the physiological and anatomical aspects of maternal-fetal circulation. Describe the characteristics of fetal heart rate (FHR) and uterine activity provided by auscultation and palpation. Define the characteristics of FHR and uterine activity obtained via electronic fetal monitoring. Interpret electronic FHR and uterine patterns. Articulate risk management strategies related to fetal monitoring. Subject Matter Expert Writer |
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Pediatric Bone Knee Injuries | 2.50 | |
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
Origination: Reviewed: Expiration: This article discussed pediatric bony injuries in detail by outlining the mechanisms, physical exam findings, imaging modality recommendations, and initial treatment for pediatric knee fractures. Discuss conditions that should increase suspicion for traumatic injuries in pediatric patients. Describe the various modalities used to identify different traumatic conditions. Cite methods of quickly stabilizing and managing pediatric patients. Identify possible complications that may occur with traumatic injuries in children. Instructor Instructor |
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Excellence Series: Evidence-Based Practice | 2.25 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Expiration: Hospitals are standardizing care based on the best evidence to reduce inconsistencies, improve high-quality and safe patient care, and minimize costs. Nurses and leaders alike are responsible for accelerating efforts to ensure the adoption of evidence-based practice exists and is embedded into all aspects of patient care. This course presents various evidence-based practice (EBP) models and frameworks that aid nurses in translating the best evidence into practice. Adopting an EBP model creates a standardized approach to inquiry and guides the implementation of best practices. Identify the seven steps of the EBP Process. Determine a PICO-T question from a clinical practice question. Name three steps for leading the implementation of EBP. Explain three models, frameworks, and theories used to implement EBP. Instructor Staff Writer |
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A Review of medical Error Prevention | 2.00 | |
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
Origination: Expiration: Do no harm: A fundamental principle of medical care, yet thousands of patients suffer harm from medical errors every day. Some reports estimate annual deaths from medical errors in the U.S. to be as high as 250,000, but a more recent study revealed that number may be highly inflated (Rodwin et al., 2020). The actual number of preventable deaths estimated by a meta-analysis was 22,165, with most occurring in people expected to have less than 3 months to live. For those who were expected to live longer than 3 months, 7,150 deaths occurred. The difference may be due to over-estimation or from initiatives to reduce errors since initial values were released. Regardless, healthcare professionals are obliged to do no harm, so continued efforts are needed to reduce medical errors. This course is intended to educate nurses, physicians, and physician assistants on the causes and strategies for preventing medical errors. Identify definitions related to patient safety, medical errors, and adverse events. Discuss risk factors, prevention strategies, and populations most vulnerable to medical errors. Describe the root cause analysis process for medical errors. List factors that contribute to the five most misdiagnosed medical conditions. Expert Reviewer Instructor
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Best Practices in Suicide Screening and Assessment | 2.00 | |
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
Origination: Expiration: This course will provide you with information about the numerous risk and protective factors of suicide. You will learn effective screening approaches you can use to identify elevated risk. You will also learn how to follow a positive screening with an in-depth clinical assessment, including several different models you can use to guide your assessment. The goal of this course is to provide alcohol and drug counseling, marriage and family therapy, counseling, psychology, and social work professionals in health and human services with skills to identify individuals at increased risk of suicide. Recognize risk and protective factors for suicide. Explain how to effectively screen to identify individuals at risk of suicide. Summarize the major components of a comprehensive suicide assessment. Monique Kahn, Psy.D. |
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Perioperative Series: Emergencies in the OR | 2.00 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Expiration: Perioperative providers can BEST prepare for emergencies in the operating room by knowing the responsibilities of each team member and rehearsing interventions ahead of time. When you are in the moment and your heart is racing, it’s easy to forget how to respond or even where supplies are located. Practicing your responsibilities and team interventions ahead of time will help to prepare you for the unexpected. This course provides you with an opportunity to participate in five emergency scenarios to test your knowledge. Time is of the essence when an emergency happens so you must think and act fast to save the patient! The goal of this course is to equip nurses and STs with knowledge of the responsibilities of the team during a range of OR emergencies. Recognize evidence-based strategies for treating and preventing a range of OR emergencies. Describe the roles and responsibilities of members of the surgical team when emergencies occur. Recall the best practices for improving patient outcomes during an emergency. |
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Screening and Prevention for Cervical Cancer | 2.00 | |
ANCC Accreditation
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(Washington) Abuse Prevention, Investigation, and Reporting | 2.00 | |
Origination: Expiration: This course discusses how to recognize, prevent, and report abuse, neglect, and exploitation of vulnerable adults in the state of Washington. The goal of this course is to educate direct care workers in post-acute care settings on how to identify, prevent, and report suspected or witnessed abuse, neglect, or exploitation in the state of Washington. Identify the different types of abuse, neglect, and exploitation. Recall the legal responsibilities of a mandated reporter to report suspected or witnessed abuse, neglect, or exploitation. Recognize the physical and emotional signs or indicators of abuse, neglect, and exploitation. Describe ways to support victims of abuse, neglect, and exploitation. Identify at least two ways to prevent abuse, neglect, and exploitation. |
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Medication Administration | 2.00 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Expiration: This course will cover an overview of topics surrounding medication administration including pharmacology, pharmacokinetics, safety standards, and legal and ethical guidelines for practice. The learner will use case scenarios to gain a deeper understanding of the foundational practice. Apply and differentiate between basic pharmacology principles. Infer and separate various ethical principles and patient safety considerations. Accurately perform computational pharmacology. Discern the implications of proper storage, handling, and disposal of medications, and delegation of medication practices. Instructor |
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Veterans and Mental Health | 2.00 | |
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
Origination: Expiration: Veterans are at risk for behavioral health conditions due to a combination of experiences and risk factors. In this course, you will learn best practices to address mental health issues common among veterans. You will also learn about screening tools, risk factors, and clinical interventions. Identify at least two considerations when working with veterans. Recognize symptoms for at least two of the common mental health conditions in veterans. Recall at least one screening tool used to assess common mental health conditions in veterans. Define at least two psychotherapeutic interventions used for each of the common mental health conditions in veterans. Indicate ways to screen and assess veterans for suicide risk. Subject Matter Expert |
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Opioids and Chronic Pain Management | 2.00 | |
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
Origination: Expiration: The increased emphasis on pain management to improve functionality and quality of life has contributed to significantly more opioid prescriptions. Their availability led to widespread misuse across the nation. This course will address regulation and misuse of opioids and evidence-based management of chronic pain. Discuss chronic pain and opioid use in the U.S. Review the regulatory influences and evidence-based guidelines associated with prescribing controlled substances for pain management. Describe evaluation and monitoring of the patient with pain. Identify pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic pain management strategies. Subject Matter Expert Reviewers |
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Anesthesia: Perioperative | 2.00 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Reviewed: Expiration: The perioperative nurse plays a primary role in the anesthesia experience. Knowledge of techniques, patient assessment, and care management for the patient receiving or recovering from anesthesia positively impacts patient outcomes. This course discusses anesthetics and adjuvant medications used in the perioperative setting, anesthesia-related complications, and the nurse’s role in assisting with anesthesia management. This course provides nursing professionals with information about the principles and practices of anesthesia care in the perioperative setting. Identify the stages and types of anesthesia, and associated medications commonly used in the perioperative setting. Recognize important assessment areas and nursing interventions for the perioperative patient receiving or recovering from anesthesia. Describe complications of anesthesia and their treatments. Subject Matter Expert |
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Health Disparities in the Emergency Department | 2.00 | |
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
Origination: Expiration: This course discusses the factors that contribute to health disparities as they relate to emergency care as well as strategies to reduce disparities and improve public health. None Instructor |
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Human Trafficking: A Growing Epidemic | 2.00 | |
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
Origination: Expiration: Human trafficking is a significant issue in the U.S. and worldwide. Human trafficking victims are often concealed by their traffickers; however, studies show that many victims interact with healthcare professionals while they are being victimized. This places healthcare professionals in a unique position to recognize the signs and risk factors of human trafficking and take steps if they suspect a person may be a victim of human trafficking. Identify the two major types of human trafficking. Recall how force, coercion, and fraud relate to human trafficking. Recognize federal laws regarding human trafficking. Select at least three barriers to identifying human trafficking. Identify at least three signs that someone may be a trafficking victim. Prioritize steps to take if you suspect a person is being trafficked. Expert Reviewer |
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Domestic Violence Awareness for Healthcare Personnel | 2.00 | |
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
Origination: Reviewed: Expiration: Nurses encounter victims of domestic violence or intimate partner violence regardless of where they work. Those who practice in offices, hospitals, clinics, homes, or facilities must be aware that living with domestic violence may be part of a person’s daily life. Even though education for healthcare professionals and routine screening in EDs is mandated, many abused people do not receive needed support. Nurses are able to recognize and help victims, yet do not necessarily receive education about domestic violence. This updated CE module provides information nurses need to increase their understanding of and provide support to people experiencing domestic and intimate partner violence. Disclaimer: Images in this course depict violence that has been inflicted on children and adults. They may be disturbing to some learners. List steps ensuring the safety of abused women who decide to leave an abusive environment Identify the role of intimate partner advocacy in helping victims or survivors to understand that physical, sexual, or emotional abuse is not their fault but an issue of power and control. Relate direct and indirect questions that broach the subject of violence and abuse with patients, partners, and family members to screen for abuse. Identify risk factors, signs, and symptoms associated with abuse and neglect across the lifespan. Staff Writer |
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Pain Control: Evidence-based Approaches | 2.00 | |
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
Origination: Expiration: An approach that prevents and treats acute pain while avoiding unnecessary exposure to opioids is the goal of pain management (U.S. Department of Health and Human Services [DHHS], 2019b). Clinicians should integrate patient-centered approaches, therapies, technology, and self-care strategies while collaborating with other professionals to manage pain (Cohen et al., 2020). However, barriers to the use of best practices for pain management are prevalent at the patient-provider, practice, and systems levels. Resolution of stigma and structural inequalities that limit access to evidence-based pain treatments is required to eliminate barriers. The goal of this course is to provide healthcare professionals with evidence-based guidance for managing pain while weighing the risks and benefits of pain medications with functional improvement and harm prevention. Describe the need for and methods to balance harms associated with uncontrolled pain with potential harms associated with pain treatment. Select appropriate tools to assess pain. Discuss the physiologic processes and terminology related to pain. Identify components of pain treatment that can be combined to form multimodal treatment plans. Instructor Staff Writer Expert Reviewer |
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Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer (LGBTQ+): Health Disparities | 2.00 | |
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
Origination: Reviewed: Expiration: The Health and Medicine Division’s (HMD) Healthy People 2030 and the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality have highlighted the health disparities affecting LGBTQ+ populations. As evidence of health-illness patterns continues to be reported in the literature, this module presents the complex social determinants of health unique among the LGBTQ+ community. Information will be analyzed based on the six conceptual perspectives for understanding LGBTQ+ health suggested by the HMD: stigma, social constructionism, identity affirmation, life course, intersectionality, and social ecology. The goal of this course is to provide social workers, nurses, occupational therapists, pharmacists, speech-language pathologists and audiologists, physical therapists, and physicians with education regarding the issues of the LGBTQ+ community within the healthcare system. Identify the lifespan health considerations of LGBTQ+ individuals (childhood, adolescence, adulthood, and older adulthood), including coming out and family systems. Identify social determinants of health and health disparities among LGBTQ+ populations. Define LGBTQ+ health risk factors, including physical, mental, psychosocial, and cultural. Analyze barriers faced by LGBTQ+ people in accessing healthcare and why these barriers exist. Identify strategies for providing sensitive and informed healthcare for the LGBTQ+ community. Subject Matter Expert |
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Forensic Evidence Collection | 2.00 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Expiration: Forensic evidence connects the scene, the survivor, and the suspect together to assist the justice system in solving crimes. Crucial parts of evidence collection include knowing the correct procedures to preserve evidence and prevent contamination. Patients presenting to the emergency department with injuries requiring forensic evidence collection are often afraid and distressed. Healthcare professionals should know how to care for their emotional needs as well as their physical ones. Identify the fundamentals of survivor-centered care. Recall important elements of documentation in forensic medical care. Define the essential components of forensic evidence collection. |
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Emergency Management of Abdominal Pain | 2.00 | |
Non-accredited Education
Origination: Expiration: Abdominal pain is the single most common ED complaint (up to 10% of visits) and is in the top four for emergency medicine litigation. Emergency providers must be proficient in diagnosing abdominal pain to provide excellent care to patients and reduce their risk of being named in litigation. This course will address abdominal pain diagnosis and treatment in the ED for the elderly, adults, children, and young women (of childbearing potential). State the evaluation of abdominal pain in the elderly. Recognize the approach to abdominal pain in the post-bariatric surgery patient. Discuss the presentation of testicular torsion. Describe the scoring systems for appendicitis in adults and children. Assess the non-abdominal causes of abdominal pain. Presenter Stephen Colucciello, MD, FACEP
Planner/Reviewer Edward Boudreau, DO, FACEP
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Medical Management of Operative/Assisted Vaginal Delivery | 2.00 | |
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
Origination: Expiration: This course discusses best practices in operative vaginal delivery techniques—forceps-assisted delivery and vacuum-assisted delivery (OAVD), as well as episiotomy. The course is case-based, so you will have an opportunity to apply the principles covered to particular patient scenarios. The cases are branched, with different outcomes based on different choices. Use of OAVD techniques vary from organization to organization. You may, for example, work in a hospital in which forceps techniques are no longer taught to residents. Each section has been organized so that you can move through it quickly or delve into it more deeply, depending on its relevance to your clinical practice. Discuss the steps, indications, contraindications, and potential complications associated with vacuum-assisted vaginal delivery, forceps-assisted vaginal delivery, and episiotomies. Describe the circumstances in which an episiotomy is and is not an appropriate intervention. Explain the importance of the flexion point when placing a vacuum cup and how it is located. Identify the criteria for correct placement of the forceps during a non-rotational delivery, as well as guidelines regarding the number of pulls. Writer Reviewer |
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Identifying and Treating ADHD | 2.00 | |
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
Origination: Reviewed: Expiration: You will learn about the three different presentations of ADHD along with key behaviors of each. In addition to specific diagnostic criteria of ADHD, you will learn how to identify typical symptoms, particularly how symptoms manifest differently in individuals of different ages. This course also discusses some of the possible causes of ADHD as well as current treatment options for children, teenagers, and young adults, including both pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions. A series of experiential lessons and interactive exercises will help you practice and apply what you have learned. Describe the symptoms of the three different presentations of ADHD and how they may manifest differently in children, teenagers, and young adults. Identify the current theories on the etiology of ADHD. Discuss some of the conditions that may hinder accurate diagnosis of ADHD, as well as the other disorders that commonly co-occur with ADHD. Explain the different treatment options for ADHD, including medications and therapeutic interventions. Instructor |
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Approaches to Community-based Suicide Prevention | 2.00 | |
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
Origination: Expiration: This course focuses specifically on early interventions that are designed to reduce suicide risk. You will learn how these early interventions impact suicide risk. You will also learn of examples and the role that programs highlighting connectedness, life skills, and resilience play in preventing suicide. The goal of this course is to provide social work, psychology, nursing, alcohol and drug counseling, marriage and family therapy, and counseling professionals in health and human services with information about community-based, upstream suicide prevention approaches. Explain what upstream suicide prevention means and why it is important. Summarize the impact of connectedness as an upstream suicide prevention approach. Describe how fostering life skills and resilience can help to prevent suicide. Monique Kahn, Psy.D. |
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Management of Obstetric Hemorrhage | 1.75 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Expiration: Worldwide, postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) accounts for high rates of maternal morbidity and mortality. It is important to understand the definitions and causes of PPH, as well as the many risk factors associated with PPH and how to assess a woman’s risk. Early recognition is key to have good outcomes. Recognizing PPH, the stages of PPH, and how to measure blood loss is essential, since treatment is based upon the stages of hemorrhage. Additionally, it is important to understand nursing interventions, treatments for PPH (including medication, surgical procedures, and blood products), and teamwork and communication needs to improve perinatal outcomes. Identify causes and risk factors for postpartum hemorrhage. Classify the stages of obstetric hemorrhage. Recall nursing and medical interventions used during the management of postpartum hemorrhage. Instructor Staff Writer |
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Management of Respiratory Emergencies in Children | 1.75 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Expiration: Nurses, respiratory therapists, and emergency medical professionals who care for children must have the requisite skills and training on the unique characteristics of a pediatric patient’s respiratory system. Children have significant respiratory system differences compared to adults. These include, but are not limited to: Anatomy, physiology, signs and symptoms of respiratory distress, and respiratory emergencies. In children, the leading cause of cardiopulmonary arrest occurs from etiologies within the respiratory system. Clinicians must understand these differences and be prepared to work collaboratively to quickly respond and provide safe and competent care to any child who is in respiratory distress. Describe the anatomy and physiology of the pediatric respiratory system and differences vs. adults. Recall techniques for conducting a focused assessment of the respiratory system in pediatric patients and interventions for facilitating assessments and treatments. Identify clinical manifestations of respiratory distress in pediatric patients. Recognize conditions associated with respiratory emergencies in pediatric patients including treatments and interventions. Writer Subject Matter Expert Subject Matter Expert |
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Perioperative Series: Anesthesia and Medication Management | 1.75 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Reviewed: Expiration: Anesthesia administration has become increasingly safer, but is not without risk. Patient- and family-centered care and the desire to save costs has led to a shift in perioperative care needs from “stabilize and admit” to “stabilize and discharge.” Each patient undergoing anesthesia requires competent, professional nursing staff to assist in timely and safe medication administration, maintenance, and recovery. Knowledge of anesthetic techniques, agents, and adjuvants is vital to this competence. Define the different types and stages of anesthesia. Describe anesthetic agents and adjuvants commonly used for the perioperative patient. Identify perioperative preparation, complications, and nursing interventions. Instructor |
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Reducing Suicide Risk in Adolescents and Transition-Age Youth | 1.50 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Expiration: In 2020, suicide was the third leading cause of death for young people ages 15 to 24 (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention [CDC], National Center for Injury Prevention and Control [NCIPC], 2020). Rates of suicide among youth continue to increase, making it essential for behavioral health clinicians and other professionals working with adolescents and transition-age youth to understand the dynamics of suicide among young people.
Identify warning signs as well as risk and protective factors that affect vulnerability to suicide in youth. State three assessment strategies to identify suicide risk in adolescents and transition-age youth. Describe interventions that reduce the risk of suicide in adolescents and transition-age youth. Subject Matter Expert |
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Substance Use Treatment for Women | 1.50 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Expiration: In this course, you will learn about how substance use impacts women differently. You will learn ways that you can provide gender-responsive treatment to women struggling with substance use or at risk of developing a substance use disorder. Discuss the unique aspects of substance use and substance use disorders among women. Explain how the use of specific substances, as well as the impact of those substances, changes across the lifespan. Describe ways to address the biological/psychological, social, and developmental needs of women with substance use disorders. Subject Matter Expert |
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Identifying and Responding to Intimate Partner Violence | 1.50 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Expiration: Intimate partner violence (IPV) affects thousands of people each year. It affects people from all social and economic backgrounds, ages, sex, genders, sexual orientations, race, and ethnicities. Those who experience IPV often suffer adverse social and health outcomes that make early recognition, identification, and response a priority for professionals working in healthcare and health and human services. Identify five types of IPV and five dynamics of survivor and perpetrator relationships. Recall at least four types of risk factors and protective factors of IPV. Identify best practices and key considerations for the assessment and treatment of IPV. Subject Matter Expert |
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Managing Major Neurocognitive Disorder in Older Adults | 1.50 | |
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
Origination: Expiration: A diagnosis of major neurocognitive disorder can be devastating due to the losses associated with the disease. Neurocognitive disorders affect every part of a person’s life, and as behavioral health professionals, we have an opportunity to offer support, comfort, and care. The goal of this course is to provide education to beginner and intermediate addiction specialists, behavioral health counselors, marriage and family therapists, nursing, psychology, and social work professionals working in health and human services settings on how to evaluate, assess, and treat older adults with major neurocognitive disorder. Identify at least two important aspects of care planning for older adults diagnosed with major neurocognitive disorder. Recall at least three challenging behaviors that commonly occur among older adults with major neurocognitive disorder. Indicate non-pharmacological and pharmacological strategies you can use to manage challenging behaviors among older adults with major neurocognitive disorder. Instructor Expert Reviewer |
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Pediatric Pain Management: Treatment | 1.50 | |
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™, MOC, and ANCC
Origination: Reviewed: Expiration: Pain is often underestimated and undertreated in the pediatric population due to many factors. As a result, children’s health outcomes are directly impacted without proper recognition and pain management, and quality of life is reduced. Physicians and nursing professionals must learn to assess and treat pediatric pain appropriately while caring for hospitalized children. This course describes the past and future status of pain management in children, pharmacological and non-pharmacological management options, and the complexities of managing pain in special populations. Discuss the past and future status of pain management in children. Describe non-pharmacologic, pharmacologic, and adjuvant treatment options for pain in children. Explain some of the complexities involved in treating the child with chronic pain, cognitive impairments, or a need for palliative care. Subject Matter Expert |
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Overview of Evidence-Based, Suicide-Specific Interventions | 1.50 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Expiration: It was once assumed that addressing underlying conditions was the best way to treat suicidality. We now know that suicidal people need interventions that directly target suicidal thoughts and behaviors. Suicide-specific interventions will give you the tools to help clients manage suicide risk. In this course, you will learn about specific evidence-based and research-informed interventions that directly target suicidal thoughts and behaviors. Through case examples, you will gain a better understanding of ways to implement these strategies. The goal of this course is to provide addictions, behavioral health counseling, marriage and family therapy, nursing, psychology, and social work professionals with knowledge about evidence-based, suicide-specific interventions. Describe three evidence-based interventions for treating individuals at risk for suicide or who have made a recent attempt. Summarize the process for completing a safety plan and for reducing access to lethal means. Recall the factors you should consider when determining what interventions may be needed for suicidal individuals. Subject Matter Expert |
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Nursing Ethics: Fundamentals | 1.50 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Expiration: Although medical care can be often concrete, healthcare professionals, including nurses, are faced with ethical dilemmas that are not as clear-cut. In healthcare, sometimes situations arise where there is an “area of gray.” In those moments, thoughtful analysis using reason and ethical principles is needed. Many healthcare institutions have developed ethics committees to navigate patient care in difficult situations. The goal of this course is to equip nurses in the acute care setting with knowledge of key terms, theories, and principles of bioethics, as well as the procedures, functions, roles, and responsibilities associated with an ethics committee in the acute care setting. Name five major ethical theories. Recognize the four major bioethical principles. Define paternalism, veracity, fidelity, confidentiality, futile treatment, living will, durable power of attorney for healthcare, and “medical assistance in dying.” List the roles and responsibilities of an ethics committee and its ethicist in the acute care setting. Subject Matter Expert Writer |
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Managing Pediatric Trauma: Assessment | 1.50 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Expiration: This course is intended to provide nurses with knowledge of pediatric stages of development, mechanisms of injury, and assessment best practices including the pediatric assessment triangle as they relate to trauma. Describe pediatric trauma care and stages of development as they relate to trauma. Identify common mechanisms of injury in the pediatric population. Recall assessment techniques and emergency interventions for pediatric patients who experience trauma. Instructor |
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Managing Pediatric Trauma: Interventions | 1.50 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Expiration: This course is intended to provide nurses with knowledge on interventions for pediatric trauma, including injuries to the head, chest, abdominal cavity, and extremities. Interventions for asphyxiation, drowning, burns, and electrical shock will also be presented. This course is the second part of the Managing Pediatric Trauma series. The first course in this series is Managing Pediatric Trauma: Assessment. Recall prehospital care and field triage of pediatric trauma patients. Describe interventions for pediatric patients who have experienced asphyxiation, drowning, burns, and electrical injuries. Describe interventions for pediatric patients who have experienced trauma to the head, thorax, abdomen, and extremities. Instructor Subject Matter Expert |
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Identifying and Responding to Child Abuse and Neglect | 1.50 | |
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
Origination: Expiration: This course will teach you about the various types of child abuse and neglect that are currently the most common, and the physical and behavioral warning signs that may accompany different kinds of child maltreatment. You will learn some general guidelines for mandatory reporting and how you can find out the specific reporting requirements of your particular state. Identify the behavioral and physical signs of abuse and neglect. Describe the role of the mandated reporter and where to access state-specific rules related to mandated reporting in your state. |
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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for the Healthcare Employee | 1.50 | |
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
Origination: Reviewed: Expiration: Ensuring that a healthcare system is culturally competent can reduce health disparities. Healthcare employees who have effective interpersonal and working relationships are essential to successful healthcare outcomes. Healthcare staff provide care to individuals from many backgrounds, so it is essential that they get proper Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) training. DEI training should be integrated into the standard hiring and onboarding process for the entire healthcare workforce. The goal of this course is to provide healthcare employees with training about Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). Define cultural competence, implicit bias, and indirect discrimination. Describe at least two assumptions and myths related to stereotypes. Explain best practices when working with people from different races, cultures, values, and sexual orientations. List at least three barriers to providing quality healthcare. Identify at least two ways to make the healthcare environment welcoming for all people. Instructor
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MRI Safety | 1.50 | |
Origination: Expiration: Healthcare professionals working in magnetic resonance (MR) environments must be aware of warnings and contraindications for MRI examinations and know the requirements for careful initial patient screening, accurate determination, and characterization of permanently implanted or temporary devices. Medical devices and ferromagnetic objects may malfunction in a magnetic field or pose a projectile risk, which could cause harm or injury to patients and staff. Controlling access to the environment and properly screening patients can help prevent accidents and injury. Only properly trained personnel are authorized to perform final patient screening and access equipment. Proper safety and security require plans for facility design and emergency preparedness. The goal of this course is to present information related to industry standards for safe operation and optimal patient care in an MRI environment. Identify the basic principles of MRI technology. List the potential hazards and risks associated with MRI. Recognize guidelines and recommendations associated with MRI safety. Writer |
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FMLA: What Supervisors Need to Know | 1.50 | |
Origination: Expiration: The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) is a federal law that mandates unpaid leave, job protection, and other benefits for eligible employees who face specific family or medical challenges. As an employer or supervisor, you need to know what obligations the FMLA imposes on your organization when an employee requests leave from their job. This course introduces you to key provisions of the FMLA such as which employees have rights under the FMLA and the circumstances under which they are eligible to take protected leave. The goal of this course is to educate administrators and human resource (HR) professionals in all healthcare settings about the Family Medical Leave Act. Discuss the FMLA mandates regarding employee leave and reinstatement. Determine whether the FMLA applies to employees at your organization. Identify at least two FMLA-qualifying events. Subject Matter Expert Reviewer |
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Improving Clinical Competency Through an Understanding of Military Culture | 1.50 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Expiration: Military cultural competence is essential to effectively engage, understand, and support active duty service members, reservists, and veterans in behavioral health treatment. Those in the military represent a specific cultural group. This course will provide you with an introduction to military culture. You will learn about the overall structure of the military, the core values of the primary branches, and the unique experiences of specific sub-populations within the military. This information will help you more effectively engage with, understand, respect, and support the military service members who seek your services. The goal of this course is to provide addiction, behavioral health counseling, case management/care management, marriage and family therapy, nursing, psychologist, and social worker professionals in health and human services settings with information about military culture in general, the effects of military culture on sub-populations, and how behavioral health concerns affect military service members and veterans. Describe key aspects of military culture, the sub-populations within military culture, and the unique needs and experiences of those groups. Describe the overall structure of the military and its primary branches. Recall two perceived consequences by service members and veterans of receiving a behavioral health disorder diagnosis. Subject Matter Expert Reviewer |
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Preventing Suicide Among Veteran Populations | 1.50 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Expiration: Veterans are 1.5 times more likely to die by suicide than non-veterans (U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs [VA], 2022). This course will explain the specific factors that increase suicide risk in veterans. You will also learn about assessment and intervention approaches used to manage suicide risk in this population. The goal of this course is to provide knowledge to addictions, behavioral health counseling, case management/care management, marriage and family therapy, nursing, psychology, social work professionals, and physicians in health and human services settings about suicide prevention strategies for veterans. Identify three factors that specifically increase suicide risk in veterans. Recall screening and assessment strategies to identify veterans at risk for suicide. Define three effective ways to intervene to reduce suicide risk among veterans. Subject Matter Expert |
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Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer (LGBTQ+): An Introduction | 1.50 | |
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
Origination: Reviewed: Expiration: Sexuality and gender identity have received significant attention in the last few decades across the spectrum of health and human services. This module presents a brief overview of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) community and its history within society and healthcare systems. It offers definitions of key concepts related to sexuality and gender identity, as well as general implications for clinical education, practice, and research. This topic is constantly evolving, requiring healthcare professionals to continually need education on this topic. The goal of this course is to provide nursing, occupational therapy, pharmacy, physical therapy, social work, speech-language, and pathology/audiology professionals with education around the historical context of the LGBTQ+ population and best practices when interacting with and providing care for the LGBTQ+ population. Sexuality and gender identity have received significant attention in the last few decades across the spectrum of health and human services. This module presents a brief overview of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) community and its history within society and healthcare systems. It offers definitions of key concepts related to sexuality and gender identity, as well as general implications for clinical education, practice, and research. This topic is constantly evolving, requiring healthcare professionals to continually need education on this topic. The goal of this course is to provide nursing, occupational therapy, pharmacy, physical therapy, social work, speech-language, and pathology/audiology professionals with education around the historical context of the LGBTQ+ population and best practices when interacting with and providing care for the LGBTQ+ population.
Indicate historical events and context affecting the LGBTQ+ community. Define key terminology related to sexual orientation and gender. Identify general interprofessional practice guidelines in the care of LGBTQ+ healthcare recipients. Subject Matter Expert |
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Pediatric Patients and Concussion Management | 1.25 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Expiration: Concussion is a form of mild traumatic brain injury that is common in children and adolescents. Despite increased awareness about the injury, concussion remains under-reported and under-diagnosed. Nurses and Radiology Technicians must be aware of the identification, diagnosis, and management of concussions in pediatric patients. Identify signs and symptoms of concussions in pediatric patients. Recognize the evaluation, diagnosis, and management of concussions in pediatric patients. Recall the complications of concussions in pediatric patients. |
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Lifestyle and Medical Risk Factors for a Stroke | 1.25 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Reviewed: Expiration: While strokes can be fatal, symptoms of stroke can be abetted if the patient is treated early enough. Educating patients on stroke prevention is vital for those who are at risk to avoid a medical emergency. In addition, it is important for healthcare providers (HCPs) to understand the etiological risk factors for stroke, as well as management techniques for patients who have already suffered a stroke. Recognize medical and lifestyle risk factors that can lead to a stroke. Identify diagnostic measures used to assess stroke risk. Recall stroke prevention strategies and lifestyle changes. Staff Writer |
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Impact of Substance Use Disorders on Families and Approaches to Treatment | 1.25 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Expiration: The goal of this course is to provide addictions, behavioral health counseling, marriage and family therapy, nursing, psychology, and social work professionals in health and human service settings with information about how substance use disorders can impact family systems and approaches to help the family system. Identify how family dynamics impact the development of a substance use disorder. Recognize how substance use impacts the family members of individuals with substance use disorders. Indicate evidence-based interventions that you can use to successfully address the relationship between the dynamics of family systems and substance use. Instructor Expert Reviewer |
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Managing Mechanical Ventilation | 1.25 | |
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
Origination: Expiration: Mechanical ventilation is a cornerstone of critical care, offering life-saving therapy for patients experiencing respiratory failure for many disease processes. Before 2020, it was estimated that over 300,000 patients receive mechanical ventilation in the U.S. per year (NHSN, 2019). That number is now likely much higher considering the COVID-19 pandemic. Although it is a lifesaving intervention, patients who receive mechanical ventilation are at an increased risk for complications, such as ventilator-associated pneumonia, sepsis, volutrauma/barotrauma, acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), and others. These complications may lead to longer ICU and hospital stays, increased risk of disability and death, and increased healthcare costs. For these reasons, clinicians at every level need to understand the concepts, theories, and practices guiding the management of patients receiving mechanical ventilation. Describe the underlying physiology that is supported by mechanical ventilation. Discuss two principles of managing the mechanically ventilated patient Instructor
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Depression and Suicidality in Older Adults | 1.25 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Expiration: Depression and suicide are among the top public health concerns facing older adult populations. Older adults encounter changes physically, cognitively, and psychosocially that often contribute to the onset of depression. Further, older adult populations have among the highest incident rates of suicide than any other age group, which makes appropriate diagnosis and treatment of depression in this population even more critical. This course will provide an overview of some physical, cognitive, and psychosocial factors that could be contributing to depression in an older adult, as well as important information on recognizing risk factors and warning signs of depression in this population. Additionally, information related to evidence-based treatment strategies for older adult populations will be discussed along with the importance of monitoring treatment adherence. Recall common indicators of depression, as well as risk factors and warning signs for suicide in older adult populations. Indicate strategies to use to assess depressive symptoms and risk of suicide among older adults. Describe evidence-based interventions for adults with depressive symptoms or those at heightened risk for suicide. Instructor |
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Best Practices for Interviewing Patients | 1.25 | |
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
Origination: Expiration: The patient interview is the most important part of your exam. Gaining the patient’s perspective and learning more about issues important to them can guide you in developing patient-specific care plans. This course will discuss how to conduct patient-centered interviews. You will learn interviewing methods to effectively elicit the important details about a patient's reason for presenting to the clinic. Information will also be presented on how to approach challenging situations that arise during patient encounters. Recall at least four ways you can facilitate rapport, engage patients in effective interviews, and facilitate discussions that guide quality treatment for your patients. Indicate at least three strategies you can use to overcome common challenges that arise when interviewing patients. Subject Matter Expert |
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Integration of Primary and Behavioral Healthcare | 1.25 | |
Origination: Expiration: You will learn about the costs, benefits, and goals of integrated care systems. As there are numerous challenges to integrating care, you will become aware of some of these key challenges, and familiar with particular characteristics of well-functioning integrated care systems. Finally, you will learn a variety of ways that behavioral healthcare professionals, including you, can function effectively in an integrated care environment. Recall the different levels of integrated care and types of integrated care settings. Indicate at least three tools or interventions you can use to facilitate an integrated approach to care delivery. Instructor |
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The Grief Process for Health Professionals | 1.25 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Expiration: Grief is a normal and natural response to loss. It is not a problem to be solved, but rather a way of coping. This course discusses the basics of the grief process, the different types of grief, and ways of expressing grief. It also discusses tools to help you stay present and resilient as a healthcare professional supporting individuals and families. Apply at least two grief models to individual circumstances. Define three types of grief and their contexts. Recognize two gifts of grief that apply to the general population. Instructor |
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Medical Approaches to Identifying and Treating Alcohol Use Disorder | 1.25 | |
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
Origination: Expiration: Alcohol use disorder is a primary health condition that interacts with and complicates many other health problems and psychiatric disorders. Unfortunately, only a small number of people with alcohol use disorder receive appropriate treatment for substance use issues. The incorporation of screening for alcohol use disorders in a general medical setting can significantly increase the number of individuals with alcohol use disorders who are identified and treated. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved 4 medications to treat alcohol use disorder, making treatment in primary care and other general medical settings a viable alternative to specialty care. This course will give you valuable information about these medications as well as several medications used off-label. Identify strategies you can use to more effectively identify alcohol use disorder in a medical setting. Recall factors that indicate someone may be a good candidate for medication-assisted treatment of alcohol use disorder as well as factors that suggest this approach is contraindicated. Discuss the common medications used to treat alcohol use disorder, their benefits, and potential side effects. Subject Matter Expert
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Overview of Medications for Opioid Use Disorder | 1.25 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Expiration: The current opioid use epidemic has had devastating consequences for those impacted by it. Medication for opioid use disorder (MOUD) is an effective, yet underused, approach to the treatment of opioid use disorder. By taking this course, you will have information that you can share with your clients and their family members about what MOUD is, its risks and benefits, and the types of medications used in MOUD. The goal of this course is to provide addictions, behavioral health counseling, marriage and family therapy, nursing, psychology, and social work professionals in health and human services settings with an overview of what MOUD is, how it can help individuals with opioid use disorder (OUD), and the medications used by providers that treat OUD. Describe how opioids affect the brain and can become habit-forming. Discuss the role of medications to treat opioid use disorder. List the medications typically prescribed to treat opioid use disorder and the side effects and risks associated. Subject Matter Expert Reviewer |
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In Session: Practicing Clinical Skills to Prevent Suicide in Adults | 1.25 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Expiration: The goal of this course is to provide addictions, behavioral health counseling, marriage and family therapy, nursing, psychology, and social work professionals in health and human services settings with an opportunity to apply your existing knowledge to assess and intervene with an at-risk adult. Identify risk factors and warning signs for suicidality in adults. Indicate the appropriate steps to assess an individual’s level of suicide risk. State the essential interventions to implement based on the level of identified risk. |
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Stroke Care: From Onset to Rehab | 1.25 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Expiration: This course provides a comprehensive understanding of stroke care from onset to rehab. Details of stroke care in the acute care setting and rehabilitation for stroke are reviewed. Stroke prevention strategies are explained. Apply knowledge of assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for stroke in the hyperacute and acute phase. Identify secondary prevention strategies, including lifestyle changes and drug therapies. Recall interventions for rehabilitation from stroke in the acute and post-acute setting. |
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Addressing Trauma and Stressor Related Disorders | 1.25 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Expiration: About 70% of adults in the U.S. have experienced at least one traumatic event (Sidran Institute, 2018). Most overcome their trauma responses without formal intervention. Others, however, experience persistent symptoms that need formal intervention. The goal of this course is to provide addiction, behavioral health counseling, marriage and family therapists, nursing, psychology, and social work professionals in health and human services settings with information on how to assess and treat trauma- and stressor-related disorders. Recognize common symptoms that individuals may have in response to experiencing trauma. Identify at least three tools that can help screen and assess for trauma-related disorders. Determine which interventions would be most relevant for someone with a trauma-related disorder. Subject Matter Expert
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Ambulatory Preceptor: Communication and Teamwork | 1.25 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Expiration: No matter how much we know, there is always something more to learn about communication, teamwork, and interprofessional/interpersonal work relationships. Healthcare is a continuously evolving, fast-paced, multigenerational, and multicultural work environment. Communication and teamwork are vital components of safe and effective healthcare. Preceptors must incorporate these elements into preceptorships to successfully transition new staff into ambulatory care and clinical patient care arenas. This becomes particularly important when transitioning preceptees into specialty practice that requires them to work interdependently, such as in ambulatory care. The goal of this course is to provide nurses and nurse preceptors in ambulatory care settings with information about communication and teamwork in preceptorships. Identify professional attributes of a preceptor, various communication styles, and effective communication techniques in ambulatory settings. Recognize important elements of teamwork and the role of the preceptor in team building. Instructor |
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Ethical and Legal Guidelines for Telehealth Service Delivery | 1.25 | |
Origination: Reviewed: Expiration: This course will offer a blend of ethical and legal information, clinical vignettes, and strategies that can later be applied in therapeutic settings. The content of this course includes information about informed consent, confidentiality, privacy, boundaries, mandatory reporting, and rules for sharing information. The course assumes the learner has a basic understanding of telehealth technologies and formats. To learn more, you can search the Relias library for additional courses related to telehealth. The goal of this course is to provide addictions professionals, behavioral health counselors, marriage and family therapists, psychologists, social workers, and nurses in health and human services settings with strategies and information for competent and ethical telehealth practice. Name the key sources of information that inform ethical and legal telehealth service delivery. Identify at least two competencies required for delivering telehealth services. List specific steps for ensuring confidentiality, informed consent, appropriate boundaries, mandated reporting, and sharing of information within telehealth service delivery. Describe common ethical missteps and legal problems that arise with telehealth service delivery and how providers can avoid these issues. Instructor |
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Common Substances and Treatment of Substance Use Disorders | 1.25 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Expiration: People have used substances since ancient times. Sometimes substances were used as a medicine to treat an ailment, for recreation, or to support spiritual practices. The desire to find ways to feel or think differently is a normal part of the human experience. However, some people who use drugs develop patterns of compulsive use that are hard for them to control due to how the drug impacts their brain. They can experience harmful, even fatal, consequences. In 2019, the results from the National Survey on Drug Use and Health estimated that 20.4 million people, or 7.4% of the population of the U.S. had a substance use disorder (SAMHSA, 2020a). As behavioral health providers, we have opportunities in our interactions with clients to address thoughts, beliefs, and behaviors around substance use. We can support clients around learning about substances, the impact of substances, work to prevent or identify problematic use and substance use disorders, as well as offer information about treatment or provide treatment to clients. Identify at least four types of substances used and how they affect the body. Recognize aspects of problematic use and elements of the diagnosis of a substance use disorder. Recall at least three evidence-based treatments of substance use disorders Instructor |
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Managing Pain Amid the Opioid Crisis | 1.25 | |
Origination: Reviewed: Expiration: Pain management in the emergency department relies heavily on the use of opioid analgesics, which generates risk for patients to develop long term opioid use or an opioid use disorder. Multimodal analgesia can improve the patient experience and reduce the risks of opioid use if emergency providers approach pain with a more critical mindset.This activity is designed to help emergency providers improve management of pain while decreasing patient exposure to opioids. It is also designed to help providers navigate how to manage patients with opioid use disorder. Identify different types of pain (acute pain, chronic pain, chronic cancer pain, and social pain) and the neurobiological origins of this pain. Describe the risks associated with opioid analgesia. Demonstrate knowledge of multimodal analgesia regimens to manage pain in the emergency department. Describe the characteristics of opioid use disorder and the effectiveness of medication assisted therapy. Presenter Christopher Griggs, MD Planner/Reviewer Ed Boudreau, DO, FACEP; Chairman and CEO Stephen Colucciello, MD, FACEP; EPIX Director of Risk Management Education (Contracted) |
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EMTALA Requirements | 1.25 | |
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
Origination: Expiration: The Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act (EMTALA) was enacted to prevent patient dumping by hospitals seeking to avoid unrecoverable costs of care for patients without insurance or the ability to pay for medical services. Language within the statute has led to inconsistencies in how it has been interpreted. Patient dumping and inappropriate medical screening examinations (MSEs) are the most common reasons for EMTALA violations (Ladd & Gupta, 2021). This course will describe how key terms are currently interpreted and how they apply to hospitals with a dedicated emergency department (ED). In addition, learners will have an opportunity to review cases where EMTALA violations were alleged and judgments applied by the courts. Define key terms and requirements associated with EMTALA. Describe how EMTALA applies to certain situations. Staff Writer Instructor |
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Managing Peripheral Artery Disease | 1.25 | |
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
Origination: Expiration: The goal of this course is to provide the clinician with up-to-date best practices for identifying and treating patients with PAD. It includes symptoms, complications, risk factors, and modifications of PAD. In addition, diagnostic tests, assessment, and treatment strategies will be discussed. Identify risk factors and complications related to PAD. Discuss two assessment findings and tools used to diagnose PAD. Describe two disease management and education techniques for patients with PAD. Instructor |
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Understanding Domestic and Intimate Partner Violence | 1.25 | |
Origination: Expiration: This course provides information about the dynamics of intimate partner violence, or IPV, risk factors, safety concerns, screening measures, and how staff can be the most helpful in these situations. The goal of this course is to help administrative staff, general staff, and direct care staff in all healthcare settings gain a basic understanding of the dynamics of intimate partner violence. Define domestic and intimate partner violence. Describe risk factors for intimate partner homicide, including guns and strangulation. Identify at least two screening measures used to identify persons who have experienced IPV. Subject Matter Expert |
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Excellence Series: High Reliability Organization | 1.25 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Reviewed: Expiration: Despite great strides in the reduction of medical errors, mistakes that result in patient harm remain too frequent in American healthcare institutions. In recent years, healthcare systems and institutions have sought to emulate the model of the high reliability organization or HRO. HROs are known for their safe operation and limited degree of failure despite engaging in potentially hazardous and highly complex activities. Researchers have identified several distinctive qualities specific to HROs that may be applied to healthcare contexts, with some caveats. Due to their unique and ubiquitous role within healthcare institutions, nurses have the potential to make significant contributions to this process. The goal of this course is to equip nurses with knowledge of the characteristics and principles of high reliability organizations and the role of nurses in supporting high reliability. Describe the characteristics and principles of high reliability organizations. Describe the role and responsibilities of nursing in supporting high reliability organizations. Instructor |
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Assessment and Treatment of Depressive Disorders in Children & Adolescents | 1.25 | |
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
Origination: Reviewed: Expiration: In this course, you will learn to identify different depressive disorders, as well as the unique ways depression manifests in children and adolescents. Additionally, you will learn to recognize risk factors for both depression and suicidality in youth. An integrated care model treats the whole child by combining primary care and mental healthcare in one setting. Within this model, treatment providers understand how to screen for depression and suicidality in order to coordinate care. You will learn about specific instruments useful for detecting depression and suicidality among youth. An understanding of the root causes of depression will highlight the rationale for various treatment approaches. Lastly, you will be able to describe the best practices available to help children and adolescents manage depression. Identify three different types of depressive disorders and common symptoms of depression in children and adolescents. Identify at least five causes and risk factors of clinical depression and how to screen for depressive disorders in children and adolescents. Describe three interventions to treat child and adolescent depressive disorders. Staff Writer |
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Self-Care Strategies for Frontline Professionals | 1.25 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Expiration: Healthcare and behavioral health professionals providing services on the front lines of a sustained health crisis are exposed to traumatic events on a regular basis. Staff deemed essential have little escape from the grueling demands of their daily work. Professional self-care routines are often insufficient or seemingly impossible during times of heavy demand. Without healthy work-life balance, effective self-care practices, and social connection, maladaptive coping mechanisms may surface or return. Many professionals experience feelings of helplessness when, despite their best efforts, they are unable to provide clinical solutions for their clients or patients. Based on what is known about trauma, it is imperative for professionals to effectively address self-care needs in a timely manner, for themselves and for those they serve. Define the psychological and biological effects associated with trauma and stress reactions. Identify signs and symptoms of moral injury, vicarious trauma, secondary traumatic stress or compassion fatigue, and burnout. Recall methods to enhance psychological resilience via self-care practices that can be applied to work and/or home. Subject Matter Expert |
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HCAHPS: Patient Care Experience in the Hospital | 1.25 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Reviewed: Expiration: Hospitals and providers currently receive reimbursement by meeting criteria established by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Quality measures and length of stay data are measures that affect hospital reimbursement. Yet the patient’s experience of care also remains a key factor in hospital reimbursement models. CMS uses the Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS) survey to measure the patient’s experience, and nursing care is one part of the survey. Hospitals that perform well on the HCAHPS ratings are more likely to receive better reimbursement and bonuses. Nurses impact hospital ratings and reimbursement by providing the patient with a positive care experience. Describe the impact of patients’ perception of their care experience on hospital reimbursement. Discuss HCAHPS survey questions about staff responsiveness and strategies for improving survey ratings for these items. Discuss the HCAHPS survey questions about medications and strategies for improving survey ratings for these items. Instructor Staff Writer |
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Implementing a Quality Improvement System | 1.25 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Reviewed: Expiration: While most health centers have some quality improvement (QI) functions established, many have not implemented a comprehensive, organization-wide QI program. Improving patient care and outcomes is the primary goal of QI programs. There are also financial benefits to providing quality care, especially as our healthcare system, including the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), moves towards a “pay for performance” model (NEJM Catalyst, 2018b). This course will explain a comprehensive approach to implementing QI systems. You will learn about the essential elements of a QI program, including principles, program infrastructure, and process components. You will also learn how you can put the Model for Improvement QI methodology into action. Finally, you will learn how to identify quality-related problems using proactive and reactive strategies. Recall the key components of a successful quality improvement program. Describe models and national initiatives for quality improvement and how they can benefit individuals receiving care from your organization. Indicate at least three specific actions you can implement in your setting to improve the quality of care provided. Editor Subject Matter Expert |
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Boundaries in the Treatment Relationship | 1.25 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Expiration: This course explains the concept of a professional therapeutic boundary and how it differs from a personal relationship. You will learn about the ethical role of the clinical practitioner in establishing appropriate roles and boundaries, the difference between boundary crossings and boundary violations, how to appropriately use social media and other technology, and how to recognize situations with high potential for harmful boundary violations. As you master these skills, you will become more effective in maintaining an appropriate relationship between you and your clients. Recall the meaning of a therapeutic boundary and the difference between boundary crossings and boundary violations. Indicate how to avoid the red flags of boundary violations. Discuss current standards for use of social media and other technology pertaining to maintaining therapeutic boundaries. Instructor |
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Managing Patients with Liver Disease and Hepatic Failure | 1.25 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Expiration: Approximately 30 million Americans have some form of hepatic failure. There are 11,886 people in the U.S. on the transplant list waiting for a new liver (Health Resources & Services Administration, 2021). Hepatic failure is rated as one of the leading causes of death, yet we know much less about this condition compared to other chronic diseases. Clinicians should be familiar with signs of liver failure and related conditions, risk factors for the disease, and treatment strategies. The purpose of this course is to educate healthcare professionals on the causes, complications, and characteristics of hepatic failure to better manage and care for this patient population. Identify causes, symptoms, and complications of liver disease and hepatic failure. Identify diagnostic, monitoring, evidence-based treatment, and management strategies for persons with liver disease. Recognize symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of hepatitis A, B, and C. Staff Writer |
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Assessing and Treating Opioid Use Disorder | 1.25 | |
ANCC Accreditation
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Preventing and Handling Crisis Situations | 1.00 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Expiration: Healthcare professionals often encounter patients experiencing agitation or displaying hostile behavior during their careers. De-escalation is a set of approaches and techniques used to assist patients in self-calming to avoid incidents of harm to self, others, or property. Professionals should understand escalation and physiological responses to threats. After determining the risk of escalation, healthcare professionals can use various aspects of verbal communication, such as tone and pitch, and nonverbal communication skills to defuse potentially hostile situations and apply the least restrictive interventions. Describe what de-escalation is and why it is important. Recall how to use de-escalation to prevent a crisis from developing. Indicate specific approaches you can use during a crisis to help individuals return to pre-crisis levels of functioning and prevent harm. |
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Hypertension Guidelines | 1.00 | |
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
Origination: Expiration: Uncontrolled hypertension can cause multiple complications ranging from a myocardial infarction (MI) to stroke. Diagnosing and managing this chronic condition involves a team approach to improve a patient's outcome. There continues to be a global and national push to manage hypertension. There are various evidence-based approaches and strategies when treating patients who have or are at risk for developing hypertension. This course aims to educate nurses, registered dietitian nutritionists, pharmacists, physical therapists, physicians, and radiologic technologists about current guidelines and drug therapy for the management of hypertension. Recall blood pressure goals for various stages of hypertension. Recall lifestyle modification strategies in managing patients with hypertension. Discuss major concerns related to the four classes of antihypertensive drugs. Staff Writer |
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Quality Series: Safety First - Culture and Patient Impact | 1.00 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Reviewed: Expiration: A ‘culture of safety’ is an often-heard term in clinical settings. Most patients require complex care, with many interprofessional teams working together. Large patient volumes, an expectation for rapid delivery of care, the consumer’s ability to choose providers, and government reimbursements all drive acute care facilities to invest in preventing or reducing errors. Improving safety is beneficial to the patient primarily, with less risk of injury or death, but also to the facility and staff, improving retention and job satisfaction, with the added benefit of extensive cost-savings. Describe the identifying factors and benefits to a culture of safety. Discuss organizations responsible for driving patient safety changes on a national level. Evaluate barriers to patient safety, and how these can be reduced or eliminated. Instructor |
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Discrimination in the Workplace for Supervisors | 1.00 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Reviewed: Expiration: The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) is responsible for enforcing federal laws that make it illegal to discriminate against a job applicant or an employee because of the person's race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information. The federal laws are very specific about the ways in which you, as an employer, are expected to select, promote, and accommodate your employees. You can be held liable for discrimination whether or not you intentionally discriminated against your employee, so it is imperative that you understand the federal laws prohibiting discrimination. Identify at least five employment practices that may constitute discrimination. Identify at least three examples of “reasonable accommodation” of employees and “undue hardship” to an organization. Subject Matter Expert |
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CEN: Environmental and Toxicological Emergencies | 1.00 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Expiration: The Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN®) is required to demonstrate competency in the domain of emergency nursing which includes knowledge of cardiovascular conditions and emergencies, such as acute coronary syndrome, aortic aneurysm/dissection, and cardiopulmonary arrest. The goal of this course is to inform the emergency nurse of cardiovascular conditions and emergencies, including a comprehensive assessment and appropriate intervention. Identify signs and symptoms of cardiovascular emergencies and conditions. Describe a comprehensive plan for the care of cardiovascular emergencies, including diagnostic and treatment interventions, and patient education. Instructor |
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Collecting and Preserving Evidence in a Healthcare Setting | 1.00 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Expiration: Whenever a crime occurs, evidence can be transferred among the perpetrator, victim, and the crime scene. Law enforcement personnel collect and preserve crime scene evidence. Healthcare professionals can simultaneously assist with a crime investigation and provide good healthcare to patients by collecting and preserving evidence from the patient’s body. It is imperative to understand that the collection and preservation of evidence from a patient should never compromise the patient’s safety, autonomy, or legal rights. This course provides an overview of interviewing, collecting, and preserving forensic evidence, toxicology, and documentation. Recognize how nurses and other healthcare professionals can impact the outcome of criminal investigations. Describe how to document information regarding the collection of evidence and forensic findings while providing patient-centered, high-quality healthcare. Identify the measures necessary to preserve forensic evidence and maintain the proper chain of custody. Subject Matter Expert Instructor |
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An Overview of Substance Use Disorders | 1.00 | |
Origination: Reviewed: Expiration: Substance use is a growing problem across populations. As a helping professional, you need a basic understanding of how substance use affects your clients. This information will help you to provide support and resources to help clients seek treatment and recovery. In this course, you will explore substance use disorders, how they develop, and their impact on individuals. The course also explains your role as a paraprofessional when working with individuals with substance use disorders. You will be provided an overview of evidence-based interventions and the types of substance use treatment programs available, when additional treatment may be necessary. Detailed examples will help you to apply this information in your own work. The goal of this course is to provide paraprofessionals and peer support specialists in health and human service settings with information on substance use disorders and evidence-based interventions. Explain what a substance use disorder is, how it develops, and how it impacts individuals. Identify strategies that paraprofessionals can use when working with individuals diagnosed with substance use disorders to encourage behavior change. Describe the types of treatment that exist for people diagnosed with substance use disorders. Instructor |
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Improving Practice in the Delivery of Telehealth | 1.00 | |
Origination: Reviewed: Expiration: Throughout this course, you will gain knowledge about common challenges encountered during telehealth appointments and learn ways to overcome those challenges. You also will learn about effective techniques to communicate, interact, build rapport, and engage with your clients via telehealth. The course will also explore how to improve clinical effectiveness and client outcomes through the use of telehealth within integrated care. Information and vignettes will be blended to offer practical strategies that you can apply in your own setting to use telehealth for adults with behavioral health issues. Identify common challenges encountered during telehealth appointments and ways to overcome them. Select effective communication and presentation techniques for providers to build rapport and engage with clients via telehealth. List at least three ways using telehealth within an integrated care model can improve the efficiencies and client outcomes in behavioral healthcare. Instructor |
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Emergency Department: HIPAA and CFR42 | 1.00 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Reviewed: Expiration: In an emergency department, information often flows amongst providers and patients quickly because of urgent, sometimes life-threatening, situations. Due to the volume of information being shared, as well as the need for it to be shared quickly and accurately, emergency department providers must be especially careful to safeguard patient information. The goal of this course is to update nursing professionals in the acute care setting with basic information about the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and 42 CFR Part 2. Identify information sharing standards under HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2. Define the concept of consent, when you must obtain it to share or receive information, and the types of information that may not be available to you. Instructor |
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SIADH Management | 1.00 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Expiration: Syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH) is a condition that occurs when the body produces too much antidiuretic hormone (ADH), which causes fluid retention and electrolyte imbalance. SIADH can have various causes and manifestations and can lead to serious complications if not recognized and treated promptly. This course will provide you with the knowledge to thoroughly assess and manage patients with SIADH in the hospital setting. Explain the pathophysiology, causes, and diagnosis of SIADH. Identify the signs and symptoms of SIADH and potential complications. Review common treatments and nursing interventions for patients with SIADH. Writer |
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Discussing Grief, Loss, Death, and Dying | 1.00 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Expiration: End-of-life issues are difficult to face. The decisions to be made are challenging for everyone involved including the dying person, their loved ones, and the healthcare team. Individuals will have their own unique needs and concerns and will cope in their own way. But this can also be an opportunity for personal growth. These events will often provide people with the opportunity to self-reflect and gain insight into what is most valuable to them. Identify the goals of end-of-life care. Discuss the ethical issues surrounding end-of-life decisions. Explain best practices for supporting individuals' end-of-life decisions. Subject Matter Expert |
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Culture and Women's Health | 1.00 | |
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™, MOC, and ANCC
Origination: Reviewed: Expiration: According to the U.S. Census Bureau, minority groups will outnumber what is now considered mainstream culture by the middle of this century. Healthcare professionals need to heighten their awareness about the importance of role, culture, and tradition in preventing and treating women’s unique healthcare problems. When there is a lack of cultural sensitivity in communication, patients are less likely to be content with their healthcare experience, increasing the likelihood of miscommunication and possible cultural disparities. These factors can also cause non-compliance with treatment, worse health outcomes, and a higher incidence of adverse events. The goal of this course is to equip healthcare professionals with knowledge of the impact of culture on women’s health beliefs and practices and their responses to current approaches to care. Recall different cultural practices that impact women in various stages of life. Identify two cultural practices that interfere with women’s health. Recognize ways to provide culturally competent care to women. Subject Matter Expert |
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CEN: Respiratory Emergencies | 1.00 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Expiration: The Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN®) is required to demonstrate competency in the domain of emergency nursing which includes knowledge of respiratory emergencies, their signs and symptoms, their management, and the nursing interventions. The goal of this course is to review the knowledge domains specific to respiratory emergencies included as a part of the Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN®) exam. This course is not affiliated with the Board of Certification for Emergency Nursing (BCEN). Identify signs and symptoms of life-threatening respiratory illnesses and injuries. Analyze strategies to manage respiratory conditions and emergencies that present to the emergency department. Instructor |
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CEN: Psychosocial Emergencies | 1.00 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Expiration: The Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN®) is required to demonstrate competency in the domain of emergency nursing which includes knowledge of psychosocial emergencies, their signs and symptoms, their management, and the nursing interventions that are needed. The goal of this course is to review the knowledge domains specific to psychosocial emergencies included as a part of the Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN®) exam. Recognize signs and symptoms of specific psychosocial emergencies. Identify strategies to manage psychosocial emergencies. Instructor |
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The Use of Telehealth in Clinical Practice | 1.00 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Expiration: Telehealth offers numerous benefits and poses several challenges when used to treat behavioral health conditions. Many challenges can be addressed through specific problem-solving and communication strategies.
Describe telehealth, including the benefits and challenges for service delivery using different formats. Identify three ways to address challenges and optimize service delivery via telehealth. Explain at least three standards providers must follow to deliver telehealth services in compliance with federal and state regulations. Subject Matter Expert |
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A Look at Malignant Hyperthermia | 1.00 | |
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
Origination: Expiration: Malignant hyperthermia (MH) is a life-threatening syndrome associated with an anesthetic trigger. Awareness of MH by all perioperative team members, from those working in the preoperative holding area to those in the Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU), is important in preventing negative patient outcomes. Define risk factors for MH and preventive measures for improving patient outcomes. Identify the signs and symptoms of MH along with diagnostic and genetic considerations. Describe the best practices for managing and treating MH. Subject Matter Expert |
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Psychopharmacology in the Emergency Department | 1.00 | |
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
Origination: Expiration: As a healthcare professional transporting patients to the ED, you may serve patients with symptoms indicative of behavioral health disorders, such as depressive, bipolar, and anxiety disorders. In some situations, the ED provider must administer psychiatric medications. However, if possible, it is prudent to defer their use until the patient is admitted to an inpatient mental health facility or seen as an outpatient. In many instances, the reason for presentation in the ED is an adverse reaction to psychiatric medications. Identify some of the most common medications in each major category, their indications, and their usage in treating mental health disorders. Recall adverse reactions to psychiatric medications. Subject Matter Expert Reviewer |
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Bowel Ischemia, Perforation, and Obstruction | 1.00 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Expiration: Bowel ischemia, infarctions, perforations, and obstructions are serious conditions that require prompt recognition and interventions to prevent severe complications and death. There are several underlying conditions that predispose patients to these conditions, for which education and risk modifications are crucial.
Identify anatomical and physiological aspects of the intestines associated with bowel ischemia, infarctions, perforations, and obstructions. Describe risk factors, causes, signs/symptoms, management, treatment, and complications of bowel ischemia, infarctions, perforations, and obstructions. Instructor |
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CEN: Gastrointestinal and Genitourinary Emergencies | 1.00 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Expiration: The Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN®) is required to demonstrate competency in the domain of emergency nursing which includes knowledge of gastrointestinal (GI) and genitourinary (GU) conditions and diseases, their signs and symptoms, management, and applicable nursing interventions. Identify signs and symptoms of gastrointestinal and genitourinary emergencies and injuries. Describe a comprehensive plan for the care of gastrointestinal and genitourinary conditions including diagnostic and treatment interventions, and patient education. Instructor |
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Chronic Disease Management in the Emergency Department | 1.00 | |
Origination: Expiration: While the demand for emergency department (ED) care remains high, EDs continue to decline in number nationwide. Those that remain are overcrowded and at capacity, often having patients wait hours or even days to be admitted. Although many seek care in the ED for an acute injury or illness, others seek treatment for acute exacerbations of poorly managed chronic illness, such as diabetes, or management of a chronic illness in the absence of an acute problem, such as for blood pressure control and cardiac or asthma medication refills. The ED has become the largest provider of unscheduled primary care visits, seriously stressing the healthcare safety net. Patients in the ED are staying longer for prolonged observation and complex diagnostic workups. There is an increasing number of critically ill patients being treated and cared for in the ED rather than the critical and intensive care unit. Additionally, chronic mental and psychiatric patients often seek treatment in the ED rather than with individual providers. This has resulted in overcrowding in the ED, putting strain on its personnel. Identify the common chronic physical and mental health conditions for which patients seek care in the ED. Determine the financial impact of patients seeking chronic care in the ED and measures to mitigate it. Define how chronic care in the emergency setting differs from that in traditional primary care settings. Instructor
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Best Practices in Documentation for Rehab Providers | 1.00 | |
Origination: Expiration: Documentation is a critical component of therapy services. Your documentation is used to communicate with other healthcare professionals, evaluate the effectiveness of treatment, and substantiate billing by justifying the care provided. Individuals who review your documentation in the medical record will never see the therapy sessions, so you have to “tell the story” by including the necessary components to justify services for reimbursement. This course covers general guidelines for documentation, components to improve documentation, and special considerations. Practical examples are provided to help you incorporate best practices into your documentation. Identify five required components of therapy goals. Determine at least three ways to improve documentation through the use of evidence-based practice and demonstration of skilled need and medical necessity. Recall at least four documentation requirements across all settings. |
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Care for Individuals with End-Stage Neurological Diseases | 1.00 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Reviewed: Expiration: This course provides detailed information about the pathophysiology, disease trajectory, and unique symptoms experienced by patients with advanced neurological diseases. Learners will identify the clinical features of advanced Parkinson's disease, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, and Huntington’s disease as well as best practices for symptom management. In addition, the key clinical indicators and symptoms that should serve as triggers to optimally transition a patient with advanced neurological diseases to palliative and hospice care are presented. The unique disease-related stressors for family caregivers are discussed. The goal of this course is to provide nurses in hospice with knowledge of caring for people with end-stage neurological diseases. Identify specific patterns of progression for three neurological disorders. Identify five complications related to neurological disorders, including disease-related stressors for family caregivers. Describe interventions related to end-stage neurological diseases. Identify triggers to optimally transition a patient with advanced neurological disease to palliative care and hospice. Instructor |
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Acute Stroke and the Latest Information | 1.00 | |
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
Origination: Expiration: In patients with symptoms of acute stroke, early recognition and interventions have been identified as critical factors in stroke outcomes. Evidence-based care can identify, manage, and prevent stroke-related complications. Nurses and physicians must understand stroke management to prevent disability and death. This course aims to present the most up-to-date practices for managing patients with acute stroke. Discuss current diagnostic practices in patients with acute stroke. Recall best practice protocols for early identification of acute stroke. Writer |
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Intimate Partner Violence in Pregnant Women | 1.00 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Expiration: Healthcare professionals often feel unprepared to ask about abuse or to counsel a pregnant woman who is being abused, although they are in a unique position to assess for IPV and to support women who experience it. As such, it is necessary for clinicians to skillfully screen for IPV and offer effective interventions when appropriate. Recognize three barriers to and three recommendations for assessing IPV. Recall four questions that are used to assess for IPV. Identify three intervention strategies for women experiencing IPV. Writer |
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Foundations of Care Coordination in Healthcare | 1.00 | |
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
Origination: Expiration: Healthcare in the U.S. is fragmented and exorbitantly expensive. Many patients find themselves developing one or more chronic diseases but have little knowledge of how to navigate the healthcare system to receive appropriate care. Many times, these same patients have no insurance or are underinsured, making them less likely to have access to the resources needed.Care coordination is a deliberate process shown to decrease healthcare costs while improving the health of the patient. This course will provide additional information on the process of care coordination including the various components of care coordination, ideas on how to initiate a care coordination process, and practical applications for current practice. Recall the meaning of care coordination and the primary types of activities that it encompasses. Indicate at least three ways that effective care coordination benefits your clients. Identify strategies you can use to enhance care coordination to maximize the benefits of services for your clients. Instructor |
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Controlled Substances: Chronic Pain Management | 1.00 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Expiration: Chronic pain is a common condition for which healthcare providers often prescribe controlled substances, such as opioids. Prescription opioids can alleviate pain in certain patients, but the risk of misuse, abuse, and overdose means providers need to evaluate the risks and benefits for each patient. This course will educate healthcare providers on the role of prescription opioids along with other therapies for chronic pain, using recommendations from current national guidelines. The goal of this course is to educate healthcare providers on methods for the safe and responsible use of controlled substances for the management of chronic pain. Indicate treatment options for patients with chronic pain. Identify safe strategies to initiate or change opioid analgesics. Name patient factors and characteristics that can make prescribing opioids unsafe. Subject Matter Expert |
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Opioid Prescribing, Chronic Pain, and Opioid Use Disorder | 1.00 | |
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
Origination: Expiration: The emphasis on pain management to improve quality of life and function has contributed to a significant increase in opioid prescriptions. As such, there has been a concurrent increase in risk of misuse and abuse. While opioids are highly effective for pain relief, closer attention to the risk versus benefit analysis has led to guidelines that prefer nonpharmacologic and nonopioid pharmacologic therapy over opioids, especially for chronic pain. Clinicians must carefully monitor the patient and be alert for signs that risks outweigh benefits of opioids. This course will address issues related to opioid prescribing, chronic pain, and opioid use disorder. Discuss considerations and guidelines for prescribing controlled substances. Describe patient evaluation and education for a safe and effective pain treatment plan. Subject Matter Expert Reviewers
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An Update on Bariatric Surgery | 1.00 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Expiration: The goal of this course is to equip nurses in the acute care setting with knowledge of the different bariatric surgical options and the psychosocial, metabolic, and physiological issues that patients may encounter before and after bariatric surgery. Recall the different bariatric surgical options available for patients with obesity. Identify psychosocial and quality-of-life issues affecting patients before bariatric surgery. Recognize metabolic, physiological, and psychological changes that can occur in patients after bariatric surgery and the role nurses have in their care. Subject Matter Expert |
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Social and Community Context as Social Determinants of Health | 1.00 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Expiration: Health outcomes are influenced in myriad ways by an individual’s social environment and their community. For example, community is linked to such outcomes as body mass index, homicide rates, and suicidal behavior (Diez Roux & Mair, 2010; Bharmal et al., 2015; Centers for Disease Control and Prevention [CDC], n.d.). Due to these strong influences on health outcomes, the U.S. Department Health and Human Services Healthy People 2030 campaign identifies social and community context as a domain of the social determinants of health. Social determinants of health are external conditions which exist with the potential to affect a patient’s current and future health, often beyond a patient’s direct control. Of particular importance, however, is how this domain fits into the larger picture of the social determinants of health. The elements in the social and community context have been shown to help negate potentially negative consequences of the other social determinants of health (Bharmal et al., 2015). Define the components of social and community context in the social determinants of health. Recognize how components in the social and community context affects overall health outcomes. Identify problems related to the social and community context in the social determinants of health. Instructor |
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Medication Error Prevention | 1.00 | |
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
Origination: Expiration: Medication errors and substandard care occur often in today’s complex healthcare organizations. High-reliability organizations remain alert to potential errors and ways in which they can be prevented, regardless of how few adverse events occur. Healthcare organizations with a culture for patient safety focus on identifying the cause of errors and applicable prevention strategies rather than blaming or punishing the people involved in an error. Organizations that focus on patient safety in this manner have higher rates of error reporting and are better positioned to address problems at the systems level. The goal of this course is to educate healthcare professionals about approaches to prevent medication errors. Discuss how a culture of patient safety influences reporting and resolving errors. Define the types of medical errors and their impact on healthcare. Explain strategies to reduce medication errors. Subject Matter Expert |
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Ethics for Licensed Professionals: 1 Hour | 1.00 | |
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
Origination: Expiration: Ethics are a significant part of high-quality clinical practice. This one hour course presents ethical principles and responsibilities of healthcare professionals. The goal of this course is to provide healthcare professionals with an awareness of how ethics impact clinical practice and an approach for analyzing ethical issues in clinical practice. Identify definitions, similarities, and differences of common ethics terminology and concepts. Describe the four healthcare ethical principles and their implications for clinical practice. Apply an ethical decision-making model to ethical issues and dilemmas. |
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Understanding Human Trafficking | 1.00 | |
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
Origination: Reviewed: Expiration: Human trafficking victims are often concealed by their traffickers; however, studies show that many victims interact with healthcare professionals while they are being victimized. This places healthcare professionals in a unique position to recognize the signs and risk factors of human trafficking and take steps if they suspect a person may be a victim of human trafficking. The goal of this course is to provide healthcare staff with critical steps to recognize and respond to human trafficking.
Identify the two major types of human trafficking. Explain how force, coercion, and fraud relate to human trafficking. Discuss federal laws regarding human trafficking. Describe at least three barriers to identifying human trafficking. Identify at least three signs that someone may be a trafficking victim. Discuss steps to take if you suspect a person is being trafficked. Expert Reviewer |
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Stroke: Recognition and Management | 1.00 | |
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
Origination: Expiration: This course equips healthcare professionals with essential knowledge and skills to promptly and effectively manage stroke in the acute care setting. Participants will gain insight into how to recognize an acute stroke and the initial steps to take for emergency treatment of stroke. In addition, learners will know the different acute treatment options for ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke as well as patient care for acute stroke. Recall the benchmark diagnosis and treatment times for acute stroke. Differentiate the treatment of ischemic stroke and hemorrhagic stroke. Indicate interventions in the care of a patient presenting with an acute stroke. |
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Acute Stroke: Treatment and Outcomes | 1.00 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Expiration: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) states that approximately 795,000 people within the U.S. experience a stroke annually, and among these individuals, over 75% experience a stroke for the first time (National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, 2021). Stroke, a national and international neurological problem, is the fifth leading cause of death in the U.S. and the second leading cause of death globally (World Health Organization [WHO], 2020; American Stroke Association [ASA], n.d.). Nurses need to be informed about the urgency of early treatment to be proactive in educating their communities. They also need to understand the resulting behavioral differences created in right- versus left-hemispheric strokes, and how a lack of knowledge can negatively impact immediate post-stroke care. Identify the risk factors, causes, and acute treatment strategies of strokes. Recognize the neurologic deficits associated with left- and right-sided strokes, the significance of post-stroke depression, and the importance of depression screening. Instructor |
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Multiple Sclerosis: Treatment and Care Considerations | 1.00 | |
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
Origination: Expiration: It is estimated that there are more than 2.8 million people worldwide living with multiple sclerosis (MS). In the United States, there are almost 1 million people living with the disease (National Multiple Sclerosis Society [NMSS], 2020). MS is a chronic, progressive autoimmune disease of the central nervous system (CNS) caused by damage to the protective myelin sheath covering neurons. MS lesions, or plaques, disrupt electrical impulses from neurons in the CNS to muscles that can affect mobility, elimination, energy, vision, and other functions (DynaMed, 2022). Recall the overarching disease pathophysiology and main symptoms with discernable interventions of MS. Identify the disease classifications and the diagnostic algorithm, including the McDonald Criteria for MS. Review therapeutic approaches for treating the underlying disease of MS. Subject Matter Expert Elizabeth Vaccaro, BSN RN, MSCN |
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Use of Robots in Surgery | 1.00 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Reviewed: Expiration: This course provides an overview of the use of robotic-assisted laparoscopic/endoscopic methods during surgery. Along with a review of the eight components necessary for an endoscopic surgical procedure, it also describes the endoscopic functions of robotic-assisted technology. You will come away with a better understanding of how health-care professionals interact with robotic-assisted technology. List the eight components necessary for endoscopic surgical procedures Describe the endoscopic functions of robotic-assisted technology Discuss how healthcare professionals interact with robotic-assisted technology. Instructors
Nancy Bellucci, PhD, RN, CNOR |
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Nursing Documentation: Challenging Situations | 1.00 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Expiration: Nurses are required to document everything of significance that happens on their shift. This can be a straightforward process, but there are often challenges. There are all kinds of scenarios that present documentation difficulties. Patients may refuse treatment or want to leave the hospital against medical advice. Your unit may be understaffed, and you want to document a complaint. The computer system can go down and you have to document on paper. Or maybe your documentation just takes too long, and you are wondering how to document faster. This course reviews strategies for documentation in challenging situations and how to document more efficiently. Apply documentation strategies for challenging patient care and coworker situations. Apply documentation strategies for challenging situations related to hospital systems. Identify ways to save time when documenting. Writer |
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Change Management: Leading Change | 1.00 | |
Origination: Expiration: In this Change Management 2: Leading the Implementation of Change course, you will explore strategies for planning and implementing change, as well as guiding your team through the change process. You will gain an understanding of the common reasons why most change efforts fail. You will learn how to effectively overcome these challenges and have the opportunity to assess the change readiness of your team. Successful change implementation requires a focus on the behaviors and attitudes of your team and employees to ensure they adapt to, and support, the change. You will identify the four stages of change and learn how to help your employees adapt to change effectively. The goal of this course is to provide managers and supervisors with strategies for planning and implementing change, as well as for guiding their team through the change process. Recognize the reasons why most change efforts fail, and how to avoid failure. Identify effective ways to plan, and prepare for, change. Determine methods for guiding your team through the stages of change. Apply best-practice strategies for implementing change within your team and department. Expert Reviewer |
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The Professional Nurse and Social Media | 1.00 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Expiration: For many of us, social media is a fun way to stay in touch with friends and family. We share photos and stories with people across town and around the world. However, nurses need to be cautious as they engage in social media as it can affect their careers in ways never imagined. Content taken in the wrong context can damage a nurse’s professional reputation. Recognize commonly used social media platforms. Identify the risks and benefits of using social media for professional and personal purposes. Indicate best practices for communicating effectively and ethically on social media platforms. Writer |
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Innovation in Acute Care: Excellence Series | 1.00 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Expiration: The goal of the course is to discuss how innovations can be recognized, developed, adopted, and disseminated amongst staff, as well as review areas where innovations are likely to change the provision of care. We will also explore the patient’s role in innovation, and how patient and family-centered care will drive ongoing changes. Review the process of innovation development and dissemination. Summarize innovations that are modifying the current healthcare environment. Discuss the nurse, patient, and family roles in the future of care delivery. Instructor |
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Cultural Perspectives in Childbearing | 1.00 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Expiration: As the population of the U.S. soars in diversity, healthcare professionals must be prepared to care for childbearing families from many different cultures. All cultures and families should be given the same respect, be assured of the highest quality of care, have their religious, ethnic, and cultural values respected and integrated into their care, and have their physical and educational needs met in a way that honors their spiritual beliefs and individuality. Knowledge of the cultures one is serving and the influence they have on women’s perceptions of childbirth are important for achieving positive outcomes. Equally and perhaps more important is applying the principles of cultural humility to nursing care. The goal of this continuing education course is to improve the ability of nurses and health educators in acute care settings to assess and meet the sociocultural needs of childbearing families of diverse cultural and social groups. Recall the relationship of culture, subculture, acculturation, assimilation, ethnocentrism, cultural relativism, and cultural humility to healthcare practice. Recognize elements of cultural assessment and respectful maternity care that can improve quality of care and meet the unique needs of culturally diverse families. Writer |
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DEI: An Introduction to Multicultural Care | 1.00 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Expiration: Increasing awareness of cultural diversification has challenged traditional institutions and practices. This includes the delivery of treatment services. Outcome studies have consistently demonstrated the need for change in the way that healthcare and other services operate. Awareness of and sensitivity to cultural issues are critical to establishing a positive relationship with the people you are serving and ensuring beneficial treatment outcomes. Identify three primary reasons why a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is critical for providing quality care and improving outcomes for individuals with behavioral health needs. Summarize ways you can identify and mitigate the impact of bias in your professional interactions. Indicate at least three approaches you can use to demonstrate cultural humility and a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Subject Matter Expert Writer |
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Nursing Documentation: Legal Aspects | 1.00 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Expiration: To know documentation principles and to apply them in daily practice are musts for every nurse. These are essential to protect patients and to safeguard every nurse’s license. Documentation is the foundational proof that care was provided to a patient. Requirements and methods of documenting are ever-changing amongst a variety of documentation modalities. Although nurses sometimes view documentation as a process that takes precious time away from direct patient care, it is one of the most critical skills they perform. In fact, appropriate and effective documentation is at the core of nursing practice. The goal of this course is to provide nurses working in acute care settings with information about the value of laws and standards governing nursing documentation, legal basics for appropriate documentation, and provide awareness of documentation practices that can lead to legal issues. Describe four characteristics of legally-credible charting. Discuss the legal definition of nursing negligence. Describe two charting practices that can lead to legal issues. Subject Matter Expert |
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Biopsychosocial Model of Substance-Related and Addictive Disorders | 1.00 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Reviewed: Expiration: The biopsychosocial model takes a more holistic perspective, emphasizing biological, sociocultural, and psychological factors that relate to the risk of these disorders. This course will present an overview of this model’s primary assumptions, how it differs from other perspectives on substance-related and addictive behaviors, and how it can inform your approach to treatment. The goal of this course is to provide social workers, psychologists, alcohol and drug counselors, marriage and family therapists, professional counselors, and nurses in health and human services with information on how the biopsychosocial model is used in treatment for substance-related and addictive disorders. Explain how substance-related and addictive disorders develop according to the primary assumptions of the biopsychosocial model. State how the biopsychosocial model differs from other perspectives on substance-related and addictive disorders, such as the biomedical/ disease model. Describe how the biopsychosocial model impacts treatment approaches for substance-related and addictive disorders. Instructor |
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Motivational Interviewing: An Introduction | 1.00 | |
Origination: Reviewed: Expiration: In this course, you will learn about Motivational Interviewing, an intervention to help people discover their own desire and ability to make difficult changes. Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a way of communicating that draws out people’s own thoughts and beliefs in order to help them address their ambivalence about making a change. The course uses a blend of instructive information and interactive exercises to help you understand and apply its core concepts. The goal of this course is to provide addictions, behavioral health counseling, marriage and family therapy, nursing, psychology, and social work professionals in health and human service settings with the skills to define and demonstrate the core concepts of Motivational Interviewing. Describe the overall purpose of Motivational Interviewing and how it impacts the change process. Recall the key elements of the MI spirit and how these can support clients in the change process. Define ambivalence, change talk, and sustain talk, and how these concepts relate to MI. |
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Cultural Competence: Values, Traditions, and Effective Practice | 1.00 | |
Origination: Reviewed: Expiration: Culturally appropriate interventions must be utilized when working with culturally diverse clients and patients. Cultural competency goes beyond having knowledge of traditional cultures. This course discusses how cultural competency functions to deliver culturally competent care related to diet and nutrition. The goal of this course is to educate fitness professionals, health education professionals, and nutrition and dietetics professionals with information on developing cultural competency. Explain the importance of integrating cultural competence into individual and organizational practice. Identify culturally competent strategies and incorporate them into practice. Apply knowledge of traditional cultural diets into effective patient teaching. Staff Writer Expert Reviewer |
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Gestational Diabetes: Diagnosis and Treatment | 1.00 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Expiration: A common complication of pregnancy is gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM). GDM is a type of diabetes that develops in pregnant people who normally do not have diabetes. Proper diet, exercise, and pharmacological interventions can help your patient have a healthy pregnancy and newborn. The goal of this course is to educate the healthcare team on current screening recommendations, diagnostic criteria, blood glucose goals, and treatment interventions for GDM. Recognize risk factors for gestational diabetes mellitus. Define at least one fetal and one maternal complication resulting from gestational diabetes mellitus. Recall three interventions to achieve target blood glucose goals and improve outcomes for women with gestational diabetes mellitus. Writer |
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Managing Coagulopathies | 1.00 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Expiration: The focus of this course is coagulopathies. In general, the term coagulopathy refers to bleeding disorders. This course will provide a review of the components of a clot. It will also provide you with valuable information about how to care for those with coagulopathies such as immune thrombocytopenia (ITP), disseminated intravascular coagulopathy (DIC), heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT), and warfarin-induced coagulopathy. The goal of this course is to provide nurses in the critical care setting with a general overview of coagulopathies, including the recognition and nursing management of ITP, DIC, HIT, and warfarin-induced coagulopathy. Describe the etiology and presentation of DIC, ITP, HIT, and warfarin-induced coagulopathy. Identify proper nursing care for those with DIC, ITP, HIT, and warfarin-induced coagulopathies. Identify emergency findings in those with coagulopathies and discuss the appropriate nursing interventions. Instructor |
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Preceptor Essentials | 1.00 | |
Origination: Expiration: The role of a preceptor is vital to an organization’s ability to efficiently and effectively onboard an individual to a new department or work unit. This course is designed to include principles and practices for precepting new employees across healthcare settings. It introduces the learner to the fundamentals of the preceptor role and provides best practices for being an effective preceptor. Preceptors exhibit professionalism and best practices in their work units. Being a preceptor requires skill, talent, and preparation to yield the best outcomes. Recognize the importance of interpersonal and communication skills for the preceptor role. Identify the leadership principles and styles of leadership for the preceptor role. Define self-care and resilience for the preceptor role. Instructor Staff Writer |
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Nursing Assessment of the Pediatric Patient | 1.00 | |
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™, MOC, and ANCC
Origination: Reviewed: Expiration: In this course, you will learn about pediatric anatomical and physiological differences, which will help you recognize normal variations throughout your assessment. Additionally, you will learn communication methods to help children feel more at ease during your assessment. Finally, you will understand essential warning signs that require immediate referral to additional medical professionals using the available resources and tools. Choose at least three strategies to help ensure success during an exam of the infant, child, and adolescent. Identify the proper way to perform a pediatric head-to-toe assessment using appropriate resource tools. Recognize signs in the infant, child, and adolescent that are concerning. Subject Matter Expert |
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Wellness Strategies that Support Addiction Recovery | 1.00 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Expiration: Substance use is linked to millions of deaths worldwide each year (Ritchie & Roser, 2019). Supporting individuals’ long-term recovery from substance use can help save lives. Recovery is a lifelong process that aims to keep an individual substance-free while improving their overall quality of life. Wellness strategies enhance recovery outcomes by focusing on optimal health across all dimensions of an individual’s life.
Discuss how wellness approaches can positively impact recovery from substance use disorders. Recognize the eight dimensions of wellness. Identify wellness strategies to facilitate long-term recovery from substance use disorders. |
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Assessment and Intervention for Confabulation | 1.00 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Expiration: Healthcare workers will often interact with patients who make up stories or memories that are inaccurate, sometimes wildly so. These patients are not lying, they are confabulating. A nurse who knows how to manage confabulation can help these patients. With proper interventions, most patients can stop confabulating or learn to manage the condition. This course will give you a solid foundation of knowledge about and skills to handle confabulation by explaining what it is, who does it, what causes it, and how to manage it. The goal of this course is to inform nurses in the acute care setting about confabulation and how to assess and manage patients with confabulation. Recall the types of confabulation and the pathophysiology of confabulation. Identify two methods of assessing confabulation. Apply several approaches for managing confabulation. Subject Matter Expert |
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Treating Opioid Use Disorders Among Adolescents and Young Adults | 1.00 | |
ANCC Accreditation
Origination: Expiration: Opioid misuse is a leading cause of unintentional injury and death among adolescents and young adults (Hudgins et al., 2019). More than 80% of adolescents who die from an opioid overdose do so accidentally, reflecting in part their lack of understanding and underestimation of the dangers inherent in the misuse of opioid medications (World Health Organization [WHO], 2023). Along with the increased risk of lethal overdose, adolescents who misuse prescription |