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Contact Hour(s): 

2 Contact hours, including 2 Advanced Pharmacology Hours

Author:

Heather Rhodes, APRN-BC

Sandi Winston, MSN, RN

This peer-reviewed course is applicable for the following professions:

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN), CCI Credentialed Specialists, Certified Nurse Practitioner, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA), Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVN), Nursing Student, Occupational Therapist (OT), Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA), Physical Therapist (PT), Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), Registered Nurse (RN), Registered Nurse Practitioner, Respiratory Care Practitioner, Respiratory Therapist (RT)

Accreditations: 

The American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), The American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA)

CEUFast, Inc. is an AOTA Provider of professional development.  PD activity approval ID#  04922. This distant learning-independent activity is offered at 0.2 CEUs Intermediate, Categories: OT Service Delivery, Foundational Knowledge.  The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures.

State Approvals:

Alabama, Provider #ABNP1485; California BRN Provider #CEP # 13509; Florida Physical Therapy Association Approval: CE26-909414; Kentucky Board of Nursing Provider #7-0085; Florida Board of Nursing Provider 50-353; New York State Education Department’s State Board for Physical Therapy

Course Description:

Dementia is a chronic or progressive syndrome caused by various brain illnesses that affect behavior, memory, thinking, and the ability to perform everyday activities. This course is designed to educate providers on current management techniques for two major neurocognitive disorders that share similar symptoms: Alzheimer's disease and dementia.

Outcomes:

≥ 92% of participants will be able to explain the differences between Alzheimer’s Dementia and vascular dementia.

Objectives:

After completing this continuing education course, the participant will be able to:

1. Explain the difference between Alzheimer's disease and Dementia.
2. Differentiate early, middle and late findings associated with dementia in the assessment of the patient.
3. Identify three causes of reversible dementia.
4. Incorporate three non-drug interventions for a dementia patient who develops behavioral problems.
5. Outline the risk and benefits of drugs used to treat behavioral disturbances in dementia.
6. Relate the challenges in caregiving of a dementia patient.

Disclosures:

CEUFast Inc. and the course planning team for this educational activity do not have any relevant financial relationship(s) to disclose with ineligible companies whose primary business is producing, marketing, selling, re-selling, or distributing healthcare products used by or on patients.

Contact Hour(s): 

2 Contact Hours, including 2 Pharmacology Hours

Author:

Lisa Onega, PhD, RN, MBA, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC, GNP-BC, CNS-BC

This peer-reviewed course is applicable for the following professions:

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN), Certified Nurse Midwife, Certified Nurse Practitioner, Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner, Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVN), Midwife (MW), Nursing Student, Occupational Therapist (OT), Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA), Physical Therapist (PT), Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), Registered Nurse (RN)

Accreditations: 

The American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), The American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA)

CEUFast, Inc. is an AOTA Provider of professional development.  PD activity approval ID#9757. This distant learning-independent activity is offered at 0.2 CEUs Intermediate, Categories: OT Service Delivery, Foundational Knowledge.  The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures.

State Approvals:

,Alabama, Provider #ABNP1485; California BRN Provider #CEP # 13509; Florida Physical Therapy Association Approval: CE26-1124126; Kentucky Board of Nursing Provider #7-0085; Florida Board of Nursing Provider 50-353; Nevada Board of Physical Therapy; New York State Education Department’s State Board for Physical Therapy

Course Description:

Differential diagnosis of delirium, dementia, and depression is challenging because the presentations of each condition may have overlapping symptoms.  However, accurate diagnosis leads to improved outcomes for individuals and their family members.  The purpose of this course is to present epidemiological factors, characteristics, screening tools, diagnosis, and pharmacological and nonpharmacological treatment for each condition, along with considerations and guidelines to aid in differential diagnosis.  The information will then be applied to determine the diagnosis of an 84-year-old woman, who displays some symptoms associated with each condition.

Outcomes:

≥ 92% of participants will be able to differentiate between presentations of delirium, dementia, and depression in older adults.

Objectives:

After completing this continuing education course, the participant will be able to:

1. Discuss epidemiological factors associated with delirium, dementia, and depression.
2. Examine the characteristics of the presentations for each condition.
3. Identify common screening tools that can be used for each condition.
4. Discuss diagnostic criteria for delirium, dementia, and depression.
5. Analyze pharmacological and nonpharmacological treatment for each condition.
6. Determine considerations and guidelines for differential diagnosis.
7. Apply principles of differential diagnosis to a case.

Disclosures:

CEUFast Inc. and the course planning team for this educational activity do not have any relevant financial relationship(s) to disclose with ineligible companies whose primary business is producing, marketing, selling, re-selling, or distributing healthcare products used by or on patients.

Contact Hour(s): 

1 Contact Hour, including 1 Advanced Pharmacology Hour

Author:

James Wittenauer, RN, MSN, MPA, RN-BC

This peer-reviewed course is applicable for the following professions:

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN), Certified Nurse Practitioner, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA), Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner, Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVN), Nursing Student, Occupational Therapist (OT), Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA), Physical Therapist (PT), Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), Registered Nurse (RN), Registered Nurse Practitioner

Accreditations: 

The American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), The American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA)

CEUFast, Inc. is an AOTA Provider of professional development.  PD activity approval ID# 12253. This distant learning-independent activity is offered at 0.10 CEUs Intermediate, Categories: OT Service Delivery, Foundational Knowledge.  The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures.

State Approvals:

Alabama, Provider #ABNP1485; California BRN Provider #CEP # 13509; Florida Physical Therapy Association Approval: CE26-704247; Kentucky Board of Nursing Provider #7-0085; Florida Board of Nursing Provider 50-353; Nevada Board of Physical Therapy; New York State Education Department’s State Board for Physical Therapy

Course Description:

This course discusses ICU psychosis, the signs and symptoms of the disorder, the conditions that may predispose the patient to the disorder, the treatment for the disorder, and the long-term consequences.

Outcomes:

≥ 92% of participants will know how to identify ICU psychosis, including how to treat it and take it seriously.

Objectives:

After completing this continuing education course, the participant will be able to:

1. Define ICU psychosis.
2. Determine contributing factors in developing ICU psychosis.
3. Summarize the signs and symptoms of ICU psychosis.
4. Identify treatments used in the management of ICU psychosis.
5. Explain long-term implications for the patient with ICU psychosis.

Disclosures:

CEUFast Inc. and the course planning team for this educational activity do not have any relevant financial relationship(s) to disclose with ineligible companies whose primary business is producing, marketing, selling, re-selling, or distributing healthcare products used by or on patients.

Contact Hour(s): 

1.5 Contact Hours, including 1.5 Pharmacology Hours

Author:

Alyssa King, DNP, APRN, CPNP-PC, PMHNP-BC, PMH-C, CLC, CNE

This peer-reviewed course is applicable for the following professions:

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN), Athletic Trainer (AT/AL), Certified Nurse Midwife, Certified Nurse Practitioner, Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner, Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVN), Midwife (MW), Nursing Student, Occupational Therapist (OT), Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA), Physical Therapist (PT), Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), Registered Nurse (RN), Registered Nurse Practitioner

Accreditations: 

The American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), The American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA), Board of Certification for Athletic Trainers (BOC)

CEUFast, Inc. is an AOTA Provider of professional development.  PD activity approval ID# 13568. This distant learning-independent activity is offered at 0.15CEUs Intermediate, Categories: OT Service Delivery, Foundational Knowledge.  The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures.

State Approvals:

Alabama, Provider #ABNP1485; California BRN Provider #CEP # 13509; Florida Physical Therapy Association Approval: CE26-1301938; Kentucky Board of Nursing Provider #7-0085; Florida Board of Nursing Provider 50-353; Kentucky Board of Licensure for Occupational Therapy; Nevada Board of Physical Therapy; New York State Education Department’s State Board for Physical Therapy

This course discusses the definitions of terms associated with perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs), the risk factors that increase a woman’s chance of PMADs, the impact that undiagnosed and untreated PMADs have on children, the signs and symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of postpartum depression and anxiety, a thorough differentiation of postpartum obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) versus postpartum psychosis, and our role as nurses in the care of postpartum mothers with PMADs.

Outcomes:

≥ 92% of participants will know how to recognize postpartum depression and anxiety.

Objectives:

After completing this continuing education course, the participant will be able to:

1. Define terminology related to the perinatal period.
2. Identify the signs and symptoms of postpartum depression and anxiety.
3. Determine the screening tools that can be utilized for identifying potential postpartum depression and anxiety.
4. Outline the recommended treatment options for postpartum depression and anxiety.
5. Differentiate postpartum obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) from postpartum psychosis.
6. Explain the nurse’s role in caring for postpartum mothers with or at risk for perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs).

Disclosures:

CEUFast Inc. and the course planning team for this educational activity do not have any relevant financial relationship(s) to disclose with ineligible companies whose primary business is producing, marketing, selling, re-selling, or distributing healthcare products used by or on patients.

Contact Hour(s): 

2 Contact Hours

Author:

Raymond Lengel, MSN, FNP-BC, RN

This peer-reviewed course is applicable for the following professions:

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN), Athletic Trainer (AT/AL), Certified Nurse Practitioner, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA), Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner, Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVN), Nursing Student, Occupational Therapist (OT), Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA), Physical Therapist (PT), Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), Registered Nurse (RN), Registered Nurse Practitioner

Accreditations: 

The American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), The American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA), Board of Certification for Athletic Trainers (BOC)

CEUFast, Inc. is an AOTA Provider of professional development.  PD activity approval ID# 11913. This distant learning-independent activity is offered at 0.2 CEUs Intermediate, Categories: OT Service Delivery, Foundational Knowledge.  The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures.

State Approvals:

Alabama, Provider #ABNP1485; California BRN Provider #CEP # 13509; Florida Physical Therapy Association Approval: CE26-395566; Kentucky Board of Nursing Provider #7-0085; Florida Board of Nursing Provider 50-353; Nevada Board of Physical Therapy; New York State Education Department’s State Board for Physical Therapy

Course Description:

This course aims to equip nurses with essential skills in psychosocial assessment, enhancing their ability to evaluate and address patients' psychological and social needs. Through practical training and theoretical knowledge, nurses will learn to provide holistic care, fostering improved patient outcomes and promoting overall well-being.

Outcomes:

≥ 92% of participants will improve their knowledge of psychosocial assessments.

Objectives:

After completing this continuing education course, the participant will be able to:

1. Describe five components of the psychosocial interview.
2. Assess five components of the mental status examination.
3. Identify three specialized mental health screening tests.
4. Compare and contrast assessment findings noted in patients with depression, bipolar disease, anxiety, and schizophrenia.
5. Summarize two major roles the psychologist, primary care provider, and psychiatrist play in managing a mental health patient.

Disclosures:

CEUFast Inc. and the course planning team for this educational activity do not have any relevant financial relationship(s) to disclose with ineligible companies whose primary business is producing, marketing, selling, re-selling, or distributing healthcare products used by or on patients.

Contact Hour(s): 

6 Contact hours, including 6 Advanced Pharmacology Hours

Author:

Melissa Decapria, DNP, PMHNP-BC

This peer-reviewed course is applicable for the following professions:

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN), Certified Nurse Midwife, Certified Nurse Practitioner, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA), Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVN), Nursing Student, Occupational Therapist (OT), Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA), Other, Physical Therapist (PT), Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), Registered Nurse (RN), Registered Nurse Practitioner, Respiratory Care Practitioner, Respiratory Therapist (RT)

Accreditations:

The American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)

State Approvals:

Alabama, Provider #ABNP1485; California BRN Provider #CEP # 13509; Florida Physical Therapy Association Approval: CE26-767443; Kentucky Board of Nursing Provider #7-0085; Florida Board of Nursing Provider 50-353; New York State Education Department’s State Board for Physical Therapy

Course Description:

This course offers suicide prevention training for healthcare professionals. Participants will learn how to screen, assess and manage suicidal thoughts, plans, and behaviors.

Outcomes:

≥ 92% of participants will know how to assess, treat, and manage suicidal thoughts, plans, and behaviors.

Objectives:

After completing this continuing education course, the participant will be able to:

1. Recall terms that describe suicidal thinking and behavior.
2. Define both suicide risk factors and protective factors.
3. Differentiate suicide risk screening and assessments.
4. Describe the current prevalence of suicide rates compared with other major causes of death.
5. Identify the major risk factors for suicide.
6. Differentiate between high-risk and low-risk characteristics.
7. Define parasuicidality.
8. Distinguish lethal means from self-injurious behaviors.
9. Outline how to complete a comprehensive suicide assessment.
10. Identify psychiatric signs and symptoms that increase a person's suicide risk.
11. Describe the appropriate treatment and management of suicidal behaviors.
12. Summarize how to determine the treatment setting following a suicide attempt or aborted suicide attempt.
13. Recognize when and how to document suicidal thoughts, plans, and behaviors in order to mitigate risk and prevent malpractice lawsuits.
14. Illustrate the increased need for suicide prevention in the veteran population.
15. Relate non-pharmacological interventions' role in the management of depression.
16. Discuss the safety and efficacy of different antidepressant medications.

Disclosures:

CEUFast Inc. and the course planning team for this educational activity do not have any relevant financial relationship(s) to disclose with ineligible companies whose primary business is producing, marketing, selling, re-selling, or distributing healthcare products used by or on patients.

 Not approved for Washington state requirements.

Contact Hour(s): 

3 Contact Hours

Author:

Heather Rhodes, APRN-BC

This peer-reviewed course is applicable for the following professions:

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN), Athletic Trainer (AT/AL), Certified Nurse Midwife, Certified Nurse Practitioner, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA), Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS), Dietetic Technicians, Registered (DTR), Dietitian/Nutritionist (RDN), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVN), Midwife (MW), Nursing Student, Occupational Therapist (OT), Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA), Physical Therapist (PT), Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), Registered Nurse (RN), Registered Nurse Practitioner, Respiratory Care Practitioner, Respiratory Therapist (RT)

Accreditations: 

The American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), Board of Certification for Athletic Trainers (BOC)

State Approvals: 

Alabama, Provider #ABNP1485; California BRN Provider #CEP # 13509; Florida Physical Therapy Association Approval: CE26-650097; Kentucky Board of Nursing Provider #7-0085; Florida Board of Nursing Provider 50-353; New York State Education Department’s State Board for Physical Therapy 

Course Description: This course identifies suicide risk, evidence-based treatments, and ethical and legal stands of care for patients and nurses who are suicidal.

Outcomes: ≥ 92% of participants will know how to screen, assess, and refer patients with suicidal thoughts, plans, and behaviors.

Objectives

After completing this continuing education course, the participant will be able to:

1. Relate terms that describe suicidal thinking and behavior.
2. Define both suicide risk factors and protective factors.
3. Differentiate suicide risk screening and assessments.
4. Analyze the components of a comprehensive suicide assessment.
5. Determine how to appropriately use the information gathered from suicide risk screening and assessments.
6. Choose the appropriate referral for those at risk for suicide.
7. Explain the importance of continuity of care when making referrals.

Disclosures:

CEUFast Inc. and the course planning team for this educational activity do not have any relevant financial relationship(s) to disclose with ineligible companies whose primary business is producing, marketing, selling, re-selling, or distributing healthcare products used by or on patients.