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Health Literacy Provided by: American Academy of Pediatrics The goal of this series is to increase awareness of health literacy among pediatric healthcare providers and its impact on the healthcare system. You will gain knowledge and skills in methods to enhance communication and patient adherence. The series features short courses o... |
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Smoking and Secondhand Smoke Provided by: NetCE This course provides comprehensive clinical education on tobacco smoke in primary care and public health. It addresses core competencies as well as knowledge, assessment, and treatment-based competencies of healthcare providers. It covers the history of tobacco, epidemiology... |
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Advancing Pharmacy Practice Through Performance Measurement: Future Implications Provided by: Pharmacy Society of Wisconsin 1. Summarize major recommendations of the Institute of Medicine regarding health care safety and quality. 2. Describe what is meant by "value-driven health care". 3. Describe activities to improve quality in health care and pharmacy practice,including those of the Pharmacy... |
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Influenza: A Comprehensive Review Provided by: NetCE Because medications to treat acute illness due to influenza are just recently appearing, there is a tendency to accept the existence of influenza and to forget the fact that 36,000 Americans die annually from the flu and its complications. In addition, the resulting hospital... |
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Florida Mandated Domestic Violence 2 Hours Course for Nursing, Dental and Other Healthcare Professionals. Provided by: Biologix Solutions, LLC Upon completion of this course, you will be able to: Describe the healthcare implications of domestic violence. Isolate the risk factors for domestic violence. List the signs and symptoms of domestic violence. Discuss appropriate documentation in cases of suspected domes... |
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New York State: Infection Control Guidelines Provided by: Wild Iris Medical Education Upon completion of this course, you will be able to: * Discuss New York State's requirements for infection control training. * Spell out professional responsibilities for monitoring infection control practices and interventions for compliance and safety. * Explain the c... |
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HIV/AIDS for Florida Healthcare Professionals (4 CH) Provided by: Wild Iris Medical Education Upon completion of this course, you will be able to: * Discuss the causes of HIV/AIDS and its incidence in the United States and in Florida. * List possible co-infections and explain their management. * Name commonly used tests for HIV/AIDS. * Describe modes of transmi... |
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Disparities In Asthma: Who Is At Risk? Disparities in prevalence, healthcare utilization and morbidity attributable to asthma continue to increase primarily among minority and poor populations. Provided by: CME University Asthma in the United States continues to be characterized by alarmingly persistent, if not increasing, healthcare disparities. Recently, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reviewed asthma prevalence, disease characteristics and self-management education in ... |
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Recognizing and Managing Shift Work Disorder, an Underdiagnosed Condition: Improving Quality of Life Provided by: Primary Issues Learning Objectives Upon completion of this activity, participants should be better able to 1. Recognize the role of circadian rhythms in sleep/wake function 2. Identify the risks and comorbid conditions associated with shift work disorder 3. Utilize screening quest... |
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HIV/AIDS for Washington Healthcare Professionals (4 CH) Provided by: Wild Iris Medical Education Upon completion of this course, you will be able to: * Trace the etiology and epidemiology of HIV in Washington State and worldwide. * Name the factors affecting risk for transmission of HIV in general and among healthcare workers in particular. * List confidentiality a... |
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Treatment Guidelines and Management of Patients with Type 2 Diabetes: Practical Strategies to Improve Glycemic Control (Module II of II) Provided by: Horizon CME ACTIVITY OVERVIEW An on-line enduring CME program to educate physicians, nurses, and pharmacists on the current guidelines and strategies to improve glycemic control and close the clinical care gaps for the treatment of Type 2 diabetes. This will be a two-part learning seri... |
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Caregivers' Toolkit for Providing Care in Disaster Zones Provided by: Nurse.com The purpose of this program is to help nurses evaluate if they have the skills and abilities necessary to give care in a disaster, such as the earthquake in Haiti. After attending this webinar, participants will be able to: * List items that healthcare providers should br... |
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Responding to Nuclear, Biological and Chemical Weapons Provided by: Harvard Medical School The course will provide a series of multiple-choice question based cases in common and life-threatening clinical entities caused by exposure to nuclear radiation, chemical warfare agents or biologic warfare agents. The cases will feature multimedia content to engage the... |
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Level 100 Tools Provided by: Institute for Healthcare Improvement This practical course will teach you how to create and use three essential tools for improvement: PDSA (Plan-Do-Study-Act) templates, measurement planning forms, and run charts. Working through step-by-step tutorials that put you right in the middle of health care scenarios,... |
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HIV/AIDS: Epidemic Update for Florida Provided by: NetCE Since the discovery of HIV, scientists have made major inroads in understanding modes of transmission, infectivity, and pathogenicity. Knowledge about the characteristics and behavior of this human retrovirus and its complex mechanisms of immunopathogenesis has helped to dev... |
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Preventive Medicine and Public Health Provided by: Temple University School of Medicine Educational Objectives: At the conclusion of the course, participants should be able to: * Improve the diagnosis and treatment of common family practice problems * Apply traditional modes of diagnosis and management more effectively * Apply information to commonly aske... |
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Reducing Elective Deliveries Before 39 Weeks
Provided by: Medical Interactive Community Newborn infants are at risk for critical illness, intensive care requiring separation from the mother, long-term deficits and developmental delay when delivered early. Parents are anguished over their baby’s suffering, and are crushed with guilt feelings when delivery bef... |
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Hepatitis C : A Silent Epidemic Provided by: Biologix Solutions, LLC Upon completion of this course, you will be able to: Describe the basic facts about Hepatitis C. Describe how Hepatitis C is spread. Identify the causes of Hepatitis C. Identify common symptoms associated with Hepatitis C. Describe the treatments used for with patients ... |
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AIDS/HIV 1409 Provided by: CMEweb.com **Objectives:** * Identify the particular clinical, legal, or scientific issues related to AIDS patient care * Describe how those issues affect nurses, physicians, hospitals, and clinics * Cite practical solutions to the problems associated with those issues... |
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Cultural Competence in Healthcare Provided by: Corexcel After reading Cultural Competence in Healthcare the participant will be able to: 1. Describe specific characteristics about the composition, cultural aspects, and unique health care issues concerning African Americans, Asian Americans, Hispanics/Latinos, and American I... |
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Hand Hygiene Provided by: Wild Iris Medical Education Upon completion of this course, you will be able to: * State the relationship between hand hygiene and the acquisition of healthcare-associated pathogens. * Describe hand cleansing techniques and the accepted principles of surgical hand antisepsis. * Summarize the categ... |
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Dental Care for Special Needs Patients Provided by: NetCE This course will highlight the systemic diseases and mental health issues with direct and/or indirect influence on the oral and maxillofacial complex. Suggestions to improve oral hygiene and to facilitate dental appointments will also be included.... |
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OSHA and Healthcare Facilities Provided by: NetCE Death and disability due to unsafe or unhealthy workplaces remain America's hidden epidemic. In 2005, there were 4.2 million job-related nonfatal injuries and illnesses in the private sector alone . OSHA standards are in place in order to minimize the risks associated with v... |
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HIV/AIDS for Washington Healthcare Workers (2 CH) Provided by: Wild Iris Medical Education Upon completion of this course, you will be able to: * Describe HIV/AIDS in Washington State and worldwide. * Identify who is at risk for HIV infection. * Explain what causes AIDS and how someone can become infected with HIV. * Review Washington State regulations for c... |
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Tobacco Cessation Initiative: Improving Quit Rates
in Your Patient Population Provided by: Foundation for Care Management Target audience: Primary Care Providers -physicians, NPs, PAs, and RNs, and pharmacists. Objectives: Upon completion of this internet program, the primary care provider will be able to:- 1. Establish an efficient system to briefly and effectively counsel all tobacco us... |
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Health Insurance Advanced Studies, Part A online course. Provided by: America's Health Insurance Plans You understand the health insurance industry and continuously work to stay ahead of the trends and changes. This online course advances your knowledge on a full range of topics within health insurance including health insurance plan structures and alternatives, prescription ... |
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Influenza: Seasonal Flu 2011-12 Provided by: Wild Iris Medical Education The purpose of this course is to provide healthcare professionals with information about seasonal influenza and H1N1 as a personal and public health concern. * Discuss key concepts related to the transmission, symptoms, treatment, and prevention of seasonal influenza and ... |
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Achieving Cultural Competency: 53 y/o Russian Immigrant With Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis Provided by: University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine Learning objectives Upon completion of this activity, participants should be better able to: * Assess the possibility that a patient's previous healthcare experiences in other societies may make it difficult for them to access US healthcare services. * Review the import... |
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Domestic Violence for Kentucky Healthcare Professionals - 3CE Provided by: Biologix Solutions, LLC Upon completion of this course, you will be able to: Describe the healthcare implications of domestic violence. Isolate the risk factors for domestic violence. List the signs and symptoms of domestic violence. Discuss appropriate documentation in cases of suspected domes... |
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Antibiotic Resistance Provided by: Nurse.com The purpose of the program is to inform nurses of the increasing problem of antibiotic-resistant bacteria throughout healthcare and to offer strategies for reducing the spread of resistance. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to: * Name at least... |
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HIV/AIDS: A Comprehensive In-Depth Review Provided by: Wild Iris Medical Education Upon completion of this course, you will be able to: * Trace the etiology and epidemiology of HIV. * Name the factors affecting risk for transmission of HIV in general and among healthcare workers in particular. * Discuss accepted procedures for HIV testing and post-tes... |
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Florida Mandated HIV/AIDS, Domestic Violence, Reducing Medical Errors for Nursing, Dental and Other MQA Boards Provided by: Biologix Solutions, LLC Reducing Medical Errors 2CE Infection Control & Standard Precautions 3CE HIV/AIDS for Health Professionals - 2 CE HIV/AIDS for Health Professionals - 3 CE HIV/AIDS for Health Professionals - 4 CE Domestic Violence 2E Emergency Preparedness (Mandatory for FL Re... |
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Improving Quality of Care Provided by: The Ohio State University Medical Center Description According to the Journal of the American Medical Association, quality of care is a cooperative effort that involves patients, doctors, nurses, and other health care professionals. Part of providing quality health care involves following standards, guidelines, an... |
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Putting It All Together: How Quality Improvement Works in Real Health Care Settings Provided by: Institute for Healthcare Improvement The first three IHI Open School quality improvement courses introduced you to the fundamentals of improving health care. In this course, you’re going to see how people in real health care settings actually use these methodologies to improve care. You’ll start by learning... |
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Top 10 Occupational Diseases Provided by: The Ohio State University Medical Center Description According to the National Institutes of Health, Occupational health problems occur at work or because of the kind of work you do. These problems can include cuts, broken bones, sprains and strains, or amputations, repetitive motion disorders, hearing problems ca... |
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New York Infection Control Course - New York State Department of Health Approved Provided by: Biologix Solutions, LLC Course Curriculum: Six Essential Elements (2010 NYSDOH Syllabus) Element 1 : Responsibility to adhere to scientifically accepted principles and practices of infection control in all healthcare settings and to oversee and monitor those medical and ancillary personnel for ... |
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HIV/AIDS for Washington Healthcare Professionals (7 CH) Provided by: Wild Iris Medical Education Upon completion of this course, you will be able to: * Trace the etiology and epidemiology of HIV in Washington State and worldwide. * Name the factors affecting risk for transmission of HIV in general and among healthcare workers in particular. * Discuss accepted proce... |
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Basics of Bacterial Resistance Provided by: NetCE Today, a generation of microbes has emerged that are so resistant to antibiotics that they might again become serious threats [1; 2]. Even the once easily treated organisms, such as staphylococcus and streptococcus, have acquired resistance to many standard antibiotics, maki... |
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Domestic Violence Education for Kentucky Nurses Provided by: Wild Iris Medical Education Upon completion of this course, you will be able to: * Describe the scope and dynamics of domestic violence. * List the signs and symptoms and effects of domestic violence. * Discuss legal remedies for protection. * Isolate lethality and risk factors for domestic viole... |
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Multi-Drug Resistant Organisms (MDROs) Provided by: Wild Iris Medical Education Upon completion of this course, you will be able to: * Describe the impact of multidrug-resistant organisms on public health and the healthcare system. * Discuss important epidemiologic principles related to multidrug-resistant organisms. * Outline accepted prevention c... |
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Medical Spanish for the Healthcare Professional Provided by: Medical Studies Abroad The Spanish speaking population has grown tremendously over the past few decades and healthcare providers in many areas of the country are challenged to communicate with this expanding patient population.The goal of this conference is to teach basic, intermediate and advance... |
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Diabetes Type 2 Provided by: Biologix Solutions, LLC Upon completion of this course, you will be able to: Distinguish type 2 diabetes from type 1 diabetes. Trace the normal physiology of sugar in the body. Describe the underlying disorders of insulin resistance and beta cell abnormalities. State the medical criteria for ... |
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Prevention of Tuberculosis in Healthcare Settings
Provided by: Biologix Solutions, LLC Coming Soon... |
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Violence in the Healthcare Workplace Provided by: NetCE This course will provide an overview of the different types of workplace violence, risk factors, emotional, social, and behavioral ramifications of workplace violence, and specific interventions and policies that have been implemented by organizations to address workplace vi... |
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Safe Handling of Hazardous Drugs: Practical Considerations for Compounding and Administration Provided by: ProCE Are you at risk for exposure to hazardous drugs? Hazardous medications are capable of causing serious effects in healthcare workers, including local reactions, cancer, organ toxicity, fertility problems, genetic damage, and birth defects. Regulations and guidelines for handl... |
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Healthcare Management: An Introduction (AHM 250) online course. Provided by: America's Health Insurance Plans Providing a comprehensive overview, this convenient online course will get you up to speed on the basic concepts of health care management and its various types of organizational structures. You will learn about major operational areas of health insurance plans as well as le... |
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