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Allergies: More Than A Sneeze (3021) View online course now
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Author: Shelda L. Shank, RN, BSN, PHN
In 1906, a physician, Clement Von Pirquet, coined the term from two Greek words allos meaning "changed or altered state" and ergon meaning "reaction or reactivity", implying a hypersensitivity to a specific substance(s) that does not cause symptoms in most people. Allergy is defined as an adverse physiologic or biologic reaction resulting from interaction of antigen and humoral antibody or lymphoid cells and occurring in a host sensitized by prior exposure to the antigen. Any study of allergy must be based on the immunological process, the root of all allergic reactions.
Course objectives include:
- State the medical definition of "allergy."
- Outline the immunologic basis upon which antigen-antibody reactions occur.
- Describe how antibodies are formed in the body.
- Outline the FOUR distinct types of allergic reactions.
- List the FIVE major types of immunoglobulins normally present in adults.
- Distinguish between a complement, receptor and mediator as they relate to sensitization.
- Define what makes a substance allergenic.
- List the trigger mechanisms in tissue hypersensitivity.
- Demonstrate a basic knowledge of the diagnostic procedure necessary to confirm the presence of allergic disease.
- Identify and outline the process. of food allergy development and treatments to alleviate symptoms.
- Recognize factors to consider in prophylaxis of seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis.
- Outline a regimen for symptomatic treatment of seasonal and perennial rhinitis.
- Differentiate between atopic dermatitis and allergic contact dermatitis and name the generalized treatments.
- Define anaphylaxis and list the general signs and symptoms.
- Define the course of treatment for immunotherapy.
- Outline how complementary/ alternative therapies are effective in allergy treatment and prevention.
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Alzheimer's: The Elusive Mind Stealer V2(3010) View online course now
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Sharon Fish Mooney, RN, PhD
Shelda L. Shank, RN, BSN, PHN
Alzheimer's disease is a complex, progressive, degenerative, irreversible brain disorder for which there is no definable cause, no definitive treatment, and, to date, no foreseeable cure. It is considered the most common type of dementia-related illness for men and women over the age of 65. Approximately 5 million Americans are currently afflicted, including some under the age of 65, who have what is commonly known as early-onset Alzheimer's. Over 100,000 persons die annually from this disease that is considered the fourth leading cause of death in the elderly, after heart disease, cancer and stroke. The National Institute on Aging (NIA) projects that up to 14 million Americans may suffer from Alzheimer's disease by the year 2040. Statistics are similar in other countries where life expectancy reaches into the sixties and seventies. Alzheimer's is not a uniquely American phenomenon.
Course objectives include:
- Define Alzheimer's disease and related terminology.
- Outline myths and misconceptions associated with Alzheimer's disease.
- Name signs and symptoms characteristic of early, intermediate and late stage Alzheimer's disease.
- Define structural and neurochemical changes in the brain associated with Alzheimer's disease.
- Compare the difference between reversible and irreversible dementia and list examples of both types.
- Name various procedures for differential diagnosis of dementia and explain the importance of early symptom recognition and assessment.
- List the effect of cognitive changes on memory, language and the ability to communicate with others and list and describe strategies to enhance memory and facilitate communication with persons with dementia.
- Define physical, psychosocial and environmental stressors that can increase confusion and disorientation and describe ways to eliminate, alleviate, and modify these stressors.
- Outline helpful strategies to prevent and modify common catastrophic reactions and wandering behavior.
- Identify nursing interventions specifically related to safety, nutrition, hydration, personal hygiene, and elimination needs.
- List various medications commonly used to treat persons with Alzheimer's disease including their actions and potential side effects.
- Enumerate specific ways to modify the environment to enhance family and professional care giving and ensure optimum safety for the Alzheimer's sufferer.
- State the importance of emotional and spiritual support for both Alzheimer's sufferers and family caregivers and define ways to enhance these types of support.
- Identify practical procedures for caring for someone who is dying.
- Distinguish between emotional reactions and coping styles and strategies for family caregivers.
- Utilize knowledge to prepare a patient teaching plan.
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End-Of-Life: Issues And Pain Management (3019) View online course now
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Angeline Bushy, PhD, RN, CNS, CHN
Shelda L. Shank, RN, BSN, PHN
Palliative Care: What is it? How does it relate to life and end-of-life issues? Many healthcare professionals (HCPs) subscribe to the notion that death is simply another dimension of life – a transition of living. This perspective of death as a major life transition should be the focus of care for a client in the last stages of life.
Palliative care is care which is intended to relieve the symptoms of a disease that cause the patient to suffer, but which is not expected to cure the disease. This continuing education program focuses on the activities of health professionals that are involved in providing this type of care. For this program, we will focus on assisting and providing support to a person who is in the end stage of life, as well as to his or her family system. Please note that in all cases it is the client and their family system that establish priorities for care: the role of the health professional is to support the family system in achieving their unique goals. The term “family system” is broad and encompassing: it includes the client’s significant other(s), immediate and extended family members, friends, and in some instances even the community. Each person defines who is included in the family system, and this group will vary from person to person.
Course objectives include:
- Define and characterize palliative care.
- State the role of palliative care and symptom management in end of life care.
- Summarize nursing interventions that are useful in managing pain in a person having a terminal condition.
- Define strategies to communicate effectively with client and family about death and dying.
- Outline ways to address the emotional and spiritual concerns of the dying client.
- Define pain and pain tolerance.
- List factors that influence pain perception.
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Hepatitis C (3009 V2) View online course now
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Sharon Fish Mooney, RN, PhD
Shelda L. Shank, RN, BSN, PHN
Hepatitis C virus (HCV) is the most common chronic bloodborne infection in the United States, and is a leading cause of liver disease and hepatocellular cancer. But due to the insidious course of the disease, many of your patients may not realize they have been infected until the damage has already been done. This course provides you with an overview of the assessment, treatment, and prevention of Hepatitis C.
Course objectives include:
- Name the primary ways that HCV is transmitted.
- List clinical indicators of both acute and chronic HCV infection.
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Ohio Nursing Law: Standards and Practice Issues (3222) View online course now
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Shelda L. Shank, RN, BSN, PHN
Joanne E. Souza RN, BSN, MBA
As in many other industries, laws and regulations significantly impact the functioning of the healthcare industry. All licensed medical professionals work under established standards, comprising local, state, and federal laws as well as specific guidelines. Professional nurses fall under these guidelines and this is where the scope of practice comes into play followed by individual state Nurse Practice Acts (NPA). Some laws, such as those relating to malpractice affect the manner in which the industry operates. Others affect the organization and the environment itself. Therefore, it is increasingly important that nurses understand this complex and dynamic legal minefield.
Healthcare professionals are required to make decisions or complete tasks that can result in legal action initiated by coworkers or clients. Most nurses have the dedication, motivation, education and training to accomplish their jobs and responsibilities accurately and professionally. However, there are instances when regardless of the application of strict standards and practices and attention to detail, incidents can occur which result in litigation. To help avoid these instances, you must be educated and informed of current laws, statutes, standards that directly apply to daily practice and options available to you if your professional conduct is questioned in a court of law.
Course objectives include:
- List and describe the three sources of law in the U.S.
- Define and compare the terms battery, malpractice and negligence.
- Define HIPPA and it's significance to the healthcare industry.
- Outline the standards for competent nursing practice of RNs and LPNs in Ohio.
- Review standards for the promotion of client safety in nursing practice.
- Identify responsibilities of licensed nurses within the scope of the nursing process.
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