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12 Lead EKG Boot Camp Series: Using Case Studies to Interpret Ischemia, Injury and Infarction- Compare and contrast the difference between a Q wave and non-Q wave MI and the EKG changes associated with ischemia, injury, and infarction. Identify other causes of abnormal EKG’s, recognize STEMI Imposter’s and design a plan of care based on the implications associated with the EKG changes. Identify the leads that reflect the anterior, inferior, lateral, and posterior surface of the heart and be able to describe what a normal 12 Lead EKG looks like. 1.25 Free CEUs

NEW!  Application of Managing the Challenges Associated with Pain- Understand the importance of pain management related to bleeding disorders. Identify the "Four D's of Pain" and their use in process of assessing pain. Provide accurate pain assessment through executing the seven assessment tools. Illustrate the significance of patient eduction and barriers to the treatment plan. Recognize the appropriate management of a pain crisis. Differentiate between allergic reaction, side effect, adverse reaction, and tolerance in drug therapy. Demonstrate the importance of assessment, prevention, and management of side effects for provided therapies. Understand the value of complementary pain management modalities such as hypnosis, visualization, and relaxation. Provide resources to support pain management efforts.  7.0 Free CEUs  (+RPh)

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Hypertension- Identify the incidence of hypertension. Identify risk factors that are associated with hypertension. Identify complications of hypertension. Demonstrate familiarity with lifestyle interventions for the hypertensive patient. Demonstrate familiaritywith medications used to treat hypertension.    2.0 Free CEUs  

Latex Allergy- Define latex allergy and describe its epidemiology. Identify the symptoms of latex allergy and its related conditions. Explain treatment options for latex allergy. Discuss how to use latex or alternative products safely in the workplace to minimize/prevent latex allergy.  1.0 Free CEUs

NEW! Safeguard Their Tomorrows- Identify the behavioral profile of an infant abductor and detect a potential infant abductor. Discuss topics to include when educating parents about infant abduction. Identify infant abduction trends in healthcare facilities. Describe methods for preventing, recognizing, and documenting an infant abduction or attempted abduction.   0.7 Free CEUs  (+MD)  

Post Operative Respiratory Failure: But Their Lungs Were Fine Before the OR- Define incidence of post-operative respiratory complication and failure. Identify high risk groups for post-operative respiratory complications. Review of evidence based literature of post-operative respiratory failure management. 1.25 Free CEUs

Best Practices in the Assessment and Management of Chronic Pain- Discuss the neurobiology of pain processing and how dysfunction in nociceptive pathways contributes to various chronic pain disorders. Assess patients with chronic pain based on biopsychosocial factors that shape the severity, chronicity, and adverse functional consequences of the painful conditions. Evaluate the clinical profiles of available pharmacologic agents based in part on mechanisms of action, analgesic effectiveness, and treatment-related risks and side effects. Employ mechanism-based pharmacotherapy for patients with common chronic pain syndromes, such as low back pain, osteoarthritis, fibromyalgia, and painful neuropathic disorders. Combine pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic therapies for patients with chronic pain with the objectives of reducing pain, meeting predefined functional goals, and minimizing potential treatment-related harm. 2.0 Free CEUs

Applying the Amyloid Cascade to the Diagnosis and Management of Alzheimer’s Disease-Explain how to apply emerging imaging diagnostic criteria for Alzheimer’s disease (AD) in clinical settings. Describe amyloid-PET image reading and interpretation in patients with AD. Review the use of PET imaging tracers and their associative diagnostics in determining the level of cognitive impairment based on the presence of beta-amyloid. Describe the role of amyloid imaging in the development of emerging immunotherapy treatments for AD.  1.0 Free CEUs  (+MD)

Blood Transfusion Reaction: What Nurses Need to Know- Identify risk factors, signs, and symptoms of blood transfusion reaction. Describe goals of care for a patient with a blood transfusion reaction. Describe evidence-based nursing and medical management of a blood transfusion reaction.   1.0 Free CEUs   (+NP)

Cultural Competence- Recognize what is meant by cultural competence in the context of providing health-care services for children and adolescents. Indicate two of five ways in which professional ethics can affect the delivery of culturally competent health care. Choose two of nine principles of medical ethics. Choose two of six presented situations that may affect a patient’s ability to give informed consent. Determine the two legal implications of informed consent. Apply two of eleven ways to deliver health-care services in a culturally competent manner. Choose who is best qualified to act as an interpreter between a health-care provider and a patient who is not proficient in English. Indicate the role that cultural competence plays in establishing and maintaining medical homes for children. Choose two of three action steps that lead to improved cultural competence in health-care settings. 1.0 Free CEUs

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Nursing Leadership- Coaching in Nursing Workbook- Published by The Honor Society of Nursing, Sigma Theta Tau International and the International Council of Nurses & available to nurses around the world. This tool is a hands-on guide that can be used to teach nurses coaching principles and skills in order to develop individual professional competencies and to improve nurse staffing retention.  6 Free hours of continuing education credit is available after completing the workbook. Link to test

Asthma Management Program- Facts about Asthma. Myths about Asthma. Assessment and Monitoring. Diagnosis and Severity of Asthma. Measurement of Lung Function Control of Environmental Factors. Environmental Allergens. Irritants and other factors. Pharmacologic Management, Pathophysiology. Bronchodialator medication. Anti-inflammatory medication. Patient Education. Partnership with the patient. Inhaler and Peak Flow Meter technique.   7.0 Free CEUs

Child Abuse- Define child abuse, Identify the signs and symptoms of the different forms of child abuse, Identify the impact of abuse on children, Identify resources for reporting child abuse, and identify the healthcare professional's role in identification and prevention of child abuse.  1.0 Free CEUs

Pain Management Interventions for Hip Fractures- Compare the effectiveness of the interventions for controlling acute and chronic pain. Summarize the comparative effects of the interventions on mortality, functional status, health-related quality of life, and health services utilization. Describe adverse effects associated with interventions. Apply the systematic review findings to counseling patients about options for pain management following hip fractures.    1.0 Free CEUs (+MD,PA,RPh,NP,MA,CM)

Breastfeeding- Examine breastfeeding recommendations from medical experts. Indicate two ways breastfeeding benefits the mother. Specify three ways breastfeeding benefits the baby. Interpret breastfeeding statistics for Texas and the United States. Determine one physiological change the mother should expect immediately after giving birth. Compare three possible breastfeeding problems for the mother. Recognize two possible breastfeeding problems for the baby. Identify two signs of breastfeeding success. Compare cultural attitudes toward breastfeeding throughout history. Differentiate among three breastfeeding laws the United States.  1.25 Free CEUs

State-of-the-Art Sedation- Describe the valid and reliable delirium assessment tools recommended for use in the ICU. List the components of an early exercise and mobility protocol in the ICU. Identify common barriers to implementation of daily sedation cessation.  1.0 Free CEUs approved by AACN  (+ MD, RPh)

New Strategies for the Management and Care of Patients with Gout- Examine the risk factors and comorbid conditions associated with gout. Discuss the optimal treatment strategies and therapeutic options with the goal of improving long-term patient outcomes. Apply communication strategies between the health care provider and the patient to improve adherence through case-based learning.  1.0 Free CEUs

Bereavement Support Following Perinatal Loss or Infant Death- Discuss unique factors of perinatal loss and infant death.Describe the grief response following infant death. Plan intervention approaches to support families following infant death. Plan an approach to self care following case review and maternal interview. Differentiate grief responses among families of diverse cultures. Plan intervention approaches to support families following infant death. Identify culture groups in your community. Locate cultural resources in your community.  2.0 Free CEUs

Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis: The Challenging Transition from Pediatric to Adult Care- Explain how the unique presenting characteristics of the most common subtypes of juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) should be used to reach a proper diagnosis. Identify key components of the 2011 American College of Rheumatology treatment guidelines for patients with JIA. Discuss the appropriate role of parents and their children as they transition from pediatric to adult rheumatology practices. Review and update, as warranted, juvenile-to-adult practice transfer plans used in your setting for patients with JIA based upon best practices and expert recommendations.   1.5 Free CEUs

Bladder Management after Spinal Cord Injury: A Practical Approach- Describe the relationship between spinal cord injury and problems with the urinary system and bladder function. Review the process of normal urination, including the anatomy and physiology of the bladder and it's nervous system control. List the neurological changes that take place with supraspinal, suprasacral and infrasacral spinal cord injuries. Describe the optimal initial bladder management strategies after spinal cord injury, including during spinal shock. List the factors to be considered in bladder training and management during the long-term recovery period after SCI. Anticipate the problem of Autonomic Dysreflexia (AD) after SCI, including triggering factors, signs and symptoms, treatment options and prevention. Discuss the incidence of urinary tract infections after SCI, including causes, signs and symptoms, assessment issues, treatment and prevention.   3.0 Free CEUs

SIDS Risk Reduction- Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) is the leading cause of death among infants between one month and one year of age, but there are ways to reduce the risk. This continuing education (CE) course explains the latest research on SIDS and reducing SIDS risk and outlines and how you can communicate risk-reduction messages to parents and caregivers in just a few minutes.  1.1 Free CEUs

Understanding Chest Drainage:Chest Drainage as a Therapeutic Intervention- Topics include: Normal Anatomy and Physiology including-Chest Wall, Mediastinum, Lungs & Respiration. Thoracic System Pathology- Pneumothorax & Pleural Effusion. Chest Drainage Systems- Traditional and New Generation Chest Drains, Gravity Drainage. To Clamp or not to Clamp? Special Considerations for Newborns or Massive Pleural Air Leaks. Nursing Considerations and Trouble shooting      2.0  Free CEUs (online course & test submission, certificate is mailed)

Pertussis (Whooping Cough)- Clinical and epidemiological aspect of pertussis, including current trends in spread and surveillance in the United States. Details the major issues associated with vaccination in children, adolescents, and adults. Identify the clinical features and discuss medical management of Bordetella pertussis. Outline the epidemiologic features of pertussis, including occurrence, transmission, and communicability. Review current trends in the spread and surveillance of pertussis in the United States. Explain major issues associated with pertussis vaccination in children, adolescents, and adults including recommendations, adverse reactions, and contraindications.  1.5 Free CEUs

Mosby’s Neonatal Nursing Series 7-  a collection of 7 lessons from a complete neonatal nursing course developed by neonatal nurse experts for nurses working in the neonatal unit. These lessons include: Cardiac-Fetal/Neonatal Circulation, Hematologic: Jaundice/RBC/Platelet Disorders, NICU Environment/Kangaroo Care/Co-Bedding, Pain Management, Palliative Care (End of Life), Pulmonary System: PPHN/MAS/ECMO. Lessons highlight drug information and the National Association of Neonatal Nurses (NANN) Guidelines for Neonatal Nursing Policies, Procedures, Competencies, and Clinical Pathways. 10.5 Free CEUs  (+MD)

NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)- This is the latest FREE program now widely recognized as the best-user-friendly on-line NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) training and certification program in the world. It is primarily used by healthcare providers to document proof of competency in the use of the NIHSS with regulatory agencies by completing ONE (1) certification program every 2 years. Identify and assess neurological deficits in stroke patients. Understand the measurement scale for quantifying neurological deficits in stroke patients. Consistently apply appropriate scores for neurological deficits in stroke patients. Use the scale to assess changes in neurological deficits in stroke patients over time.       3.0 Free CEUs (+MD)

Pressure Ulcer Identification and Prevention: The State of the Evidence- Describe the challenges and confusion with accurate identification and diagnosis of pressure ulcers. Discuss recent consensus on unavoidable pressure ulcers in defined populations. Identify the key elements of pressure ulcer prevention and the current state of the evidence.   1.0 Free CEUs (+DPM)

Controlling the Cascade: New Treatments to Manage Patients with Schizophrenia- Assess unmet needs in current therapeutic management of schizophrenia. Distinguish the mechanisms of action of current and emerging therapies in schizophrenia and their potential role in the treatment paradigm. Evaluate the cascade of patient management issues in schizophrenia and the role of medication management to improve outcomes.  1.0 Free CEUs (+MD,RPh)

NEW!  What Their Stool Can Tell You: How FIT (iFOBT) Fits Your Colorectal Cancer Algorithm- Distinguish between the ACG 2009 guidelines for optimal screening (colonoscopy) verses detection (FIT test), review the polyp-cancer sequence and understand the rationale for screening for colorectal cancer. Describe the causes of false-positives found with guaiac-based fecal occult blood tests (gFOBT), the dynamics of currently available iFOBT (FIT) testing, and development of fecal DNA testing. Examine logistics of FIT testing and compliance and outcomes in population based prevention studies.   1.0 Free CEUs

Hypnosis for Cancer Care: Over 200 Years Young-  Describe hypnosis. Review available evidence concerning applications of hypnosis in cancer prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.     1.25 Free CEUs     Register for Course

Wafarin Communication Toolkit- Discuss the principles of warfarin safety. Describe the importance of communication in the safe use of warfarin for nursing home residents. State the role of SBAR in communicating information to physicians about nursing home residents who are on warfarin therapy. Complete each section of the SBAR form for residents taking warfarin in their nursing home. Discuss the importance of preparing and collecting relevant information before placing a call about a patient to a physician.  1.0 Free CEUs

Cases in Practice- Optimizing Insulin Therapy: 5 interactive case studies-Review each patient’s medical history & current laboratory data, select your treatment strategy. Compare & contrast profiles of various available insulin types. Explain clinical strategies for intensifying insulin therapy when glycemic targets are not being met. Describe clinical considerations in selecting an insulin regimen for outpatients with DM2. Select appropriate delivery devices for insulin therapy    2.5 Free CEUs (+MD)

Diabetes Foot Care- List 4 risk factors for diabetic foot complications. Be able to conduct a complete diabetic foot exam. List 3 interventions associated with decreased risk for foot complications. State 4 educational objectives for patients at high risk for foot complications. Describe 4 components of the chronic care model related to improving diabetic foot care.   2.0 Free CEUs  (+MD)

NEW!  Adult Obesity in the United States- Define adult obesity and describe the contributing factors. Discuss the health and economic consequences of adult obesity. Describe treatment options and coping methodologies.  1.0 Free CEUs

Courses approved by the Florida & California Board of Nursing & others:

Domestic Violence: The Florida Requirement-  Describe the impact of violence on health care and how "domestic violence" is defined. Cite the general prevalence of domestic violence on a national and state level and identify state laws pertaining to the issue. Describe how to screen individuals who may be victims or perpetrators of domestic violence, including the importance of conducting a culturally sensitive assessment.  Identify community resources presently available for domestic violence victims and their perpetrators throughout Florida concerning legal aid, shelter, victim and batterer counseling, and child protection services.  2.0 Free CEUs    (approved by FBON, CBON, & ANCC) 

Ventilation Monitoring in the Critically Ill Patient- Describe capnography, definition and physiology.  Discuss normal EtCO2 readings and common conditions causing altered values, describing the differences between EtCO2 and PaCO2 with an explanation of ventilation perfusion matching. Discuss the different capnography technologies. Discuss capnography monitoring in different hospital environments. Describe normal and abnormal waveforms.  1.5 Free CEUs (FBON); 2.0 Free CEUs (CBON & others)

Fall-Related Brain Injury in Older Adults: Focus on Prevention - Discuss the prevalence and incidence of traumatic brain injury (TBI) secondary to falls in older adults. Describe the impact of fall-related TBIs on quality of life, morbidity, and mortality. Describe age-related changes that increase risk for falls/TBI in older adults. Describe the types of traumatic brain injuries that may occur secondary to a fall. Identify common fall related risk factors. Describe methods of identifying signs/symptoms related to TBI. Discuss evidence-based interventions in managing older adults following TBI    1.5 Free CEUs(FBON);2.0 Free CEUs (CBON & others).

HIV/AIDS: Epidemic Update for Florida- Discuss the background and significance of the AIDS epidemic. Discuss the characteristics of HIV disease. Describe the transmission of HIV infection, including risk behaviors and routes of contagion. Discuss the natural history and classification of HIV infection. Describe the treatments available in the care of patients with HIV, including antiretroviral regimens.  1.0 Free CEUs (approved by FBON & others)

Recent Advances in Antiretroviral Therapy- Apply key recent changes in practice guidelines for the treatment of HIV-infected adults. Evaluate new agents and treatment strategies for optimal care of HIV-infected patients. Interpret data on toxicity of antiretroviral agents to develop optimal regimens for first-line and subsequent antiretroviral therapy. Employ new data and recommendations for use of antiretroviral therapy for prevention. Provide appropriate care and counsel for patients and their families. Provide accurate and appropriate counsel as part of the treatment team.  1.0 Free CEUs   (+MD, RPh)

Anticoagulation Drugs: What Nurses Need to Know- Identify common indications for use of anticoagulants. Describe monitoring requirements. Consider important safety implications to help prevent complications. Discuss patient/family educational needs related to anticoagulants.  1.0 Free CEUs

Alzheimer Disease- Understand the genetic factors associated with Alzheimer's Disease, supported by statistical data. Know the symptoms of Alzheimer's Disease and how to diagnose the disease. Speak knowledgeably about methods of treatment for Alzheimer's Disease.  1.0 Free CEUs

Autism Series- sponsored by the Center for Disease Control 5 CEUs total

Autism Case Training: Identifying- will help you better identify autism spectrum disorders (ASDs). Composed of two case studies, this module focuses on early warning sign of ASDs and the screening process.  1.2 Free CEUs Course WB1873

Autism Case Training: Diagnosing- will help you better assist a family through the diagnostic process for autism spectrum disorders (ASDs). Composed of two case studies, this module focuses on the process of making an ASD diagnosis and communicating concerns about screening and diagnosis results to families.  1.6 Free CEUs  Course WB1875

Autism Case Training: Managing- will help you better care for patients with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs). Composed of three case studies, this module focuses on early intervention and education, treatments, and autism-specific anticipatory guidance for children with ASDs.   2.2 Free CEUs  Course WB1877    Register to take Post-tests