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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), New York State Education Department's State Board for Physical Therapy

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): 

 1.5 Contact hours

Author:

 David Tilton, RN, BSN

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), 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)

State Approvals:

Alabama, Provider #ABNP1485; California BRN Provider #CEP # 13509; Florida Physical Therapy Association Approval: CE26-1274831; 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:

It is essential that healthcare workers update and refresh their understanding of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Knowledge gained about epidemiology, measurements, and treatments has expanded greatly. Our task, as professionals, is to put our best foot forward into expanding treatment options so we can run our best race for the clients who need us most.

Outcomes:

≥ 92% of participants will know about Alzheimer's disease and related dementias, including the prevalence, symptoms, early diagnosis, treatment, and billing.

Objectives:

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

1. Recognize warning signs and symptoms of Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia.
2. Summarize the importance of early detection and diagnosis.
3. Implement appropriate communication techniques for discussing memory concerns with the patient and caregiver.
4. Distinguish between cognitive care assessments and care planning billing codes.
5. Determine two tools used to assess a patient's cognition.
6. Identify current treatments that may be available to the 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.

This course has been approved by the FL Department of Elder Affairs.

Contact Hour(s): 

2 Contact Hours

Author:

Desiree Reinken, PhD, APRN, NP-C

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

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

Accreditations: 

The American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)

State Approvals:

Alabama, Provider #ABNP1485; California BRN Provider #CEP # 13509; Kentucky Board of Nursing Provider #7-0085; Florida Board of Nursing Provider 50-353; This course has been approved by the FL Department of Elder Affairs, New York State Education Department’s State Board for Physical Therapy.

Course Description:

This course discusses Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (ADRD), including definitions, how these diagnoses differ from normal aging, and possible causes of ADRD. Communication strategies, behavior management techniques, strategies for assisting with activities of daily living, and skills for working with families and caregivers are also discussed.

Outcomes:

≥ 92% of participants will know how to effectively care for patients with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (ADRD).

Objectives:

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

1. Explain the differences between Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (ADRD).
2. Outline strategies for successful communication skills for persons with ADRD.
3. Summarize behavior management skills for persons with ADRD.
4. Determine approaches for assisting individuals with ADRD with their activities of daily living (ADLs).
5. Identify skills for working with families and caregivers.

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

Author:

Amanda Marten, MSN, FNP-C

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

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Home Health Aid (HHA), Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA), Medical Assistant (MA)

Accreditations: 

The American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)

State Approvals: 

Alabama, Provider #ABNP1485; California BRN Provider #CEP # 13509; Kentucky Board of Nursing Provider #7-0085; Florida Board of Nursing Provider 50-353

Course Description:

This course discusses the different types of dementia, stages, and symptoms. It also reviews the risk factors and causes of dementia. This course summarizes important aspects of patient care for people with dementia, including behavior management, care activities, patient safety, caregiver strain, and end-of-life care.

Outcomes

≥ 92% of participants will increase their knowledge and confidence regarding caring for patients with Alzheimer's disease, dementia, and other related conditions.

Objectives

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

1. Identify the different types, stages, and risk factors of dementia.
2. Describe at least two strategies for behavioral management when caring for patients with dementia.
3. Explain at least two ways to promote activities of daily living in patients with dementia.
4. Describe at least two ways to promote patient safety when caring for patients with dementia.
5. Describe the different care considerations for patients in the later stages of Alzheimer’s disease.

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.