Angina Pectoris Course

This course module will describe the signs, causes and treatment options of Angina Pectoris.

Objectives

At the end of this module, the student will be able to

1. Know what is Angina Pectoris in its various types

2. Identify the major diagnostic tests for angina.

3. Know the various medical therapies for angina.

4. Know the invasive therapeutic procedures for angina.

Cocaine Abuse Course

This course module is designed to teach students the key issues surrounding Cocaine Abuse

Objectives

By the end of this course, the student will be able to:

1. Know what is cocaine

2. Know current data regarding the use of cocaine

3. Describe methods of cocaine use

4. Discuss physical and psychological hazards associated with the use of cocaine

5. Identify the risks associated with the use of cocaine

6. Describe possible treatment for cocaine users

Diabetes Course

The purpose of this course is to provide a concise understanding of Diabetes Mellitus and to enable the health care professional to care for these patients. Special emphasis will be given to issues related to the physiology of Diabetes Mellitus, the different types of Diabetes Mellitus and determine the diagnosis and treatment of Diabetes Mellitus

Objectives

1. Define Diabetes Mellitus

2. Name types of Diabetes Mellitus

3. List the difference between types of diabetes

4. Identify nursing intervention techniques for Diabetes Mellitus

5. Explain the prevention of diabetic complications

6. Identify healthy diet and exercise for diabetic patients

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

This course module aims at outlining the issues surrounding domestic violence, with a focus on the archetypical abnormal behavioral function that characterizes it. History, frequency, clinical manifestations and legal considerations will all be considered

Objectives

Upon completing this course the individual will be able to:

1.Define domestic violence

2.Discuss the recurring pattern of domestic violence

3.Identify the profile of a typical abuser

4.Identify the profile of a victim

5.Diagnose the physical symptoms and clues needed to identify and help the patient

6.Learn to interview the patient and the returning patient

7.Discuss the physical findings of domestic violence

8.State the treatment and legalities offered victims of domestic violence

End of Life Care Course

Florida Licensed healthcare professionals can complete a course on end of life care or palliative care in lieu of a course on HIV/AID or for Domestic Violence every other biennium.

Objectives

Nursing and healthcare professional caring for dying patients.

After you study the information, you will be able to:

1. Know some data about life expectancy

2. Describe terminal illness and palliative care

3. Describe the stages of dying

4. Identify the components of End of life care

5. Identify appropriate care giving and nursing intervention

6. Know the complexity of caregiving

Glaucoma Course

The health care professional will have greater understanding of the causes and treatment of glaucoma.

Objectives

Upon completion you should be able to:
- Identify the signs and symptoms of Glaucoma
- Prevent Glaucoma
- Detect Glaucoma
- Treat Glaucoma

Glaucoma is due to intraocular pressure or I.O.P. When this pressure is greater than the tissue can tolerate the ganglion cells of the retina and the optic nerves are damaged. The health care professional should make sure he/she understands that it is necessary for the patient to take his medication as prescribed.

This course is 2 Clock hours of Continuing Education that is approved by the Florida Board of Nursing.

HIV/AIDS Course

HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) infection has infected more than 2.5 million people worldwide and now exists in every country in the world. This course modules aims at educating individuals about the background, prevention, prognosis and current treatment surrounding the AIDS epidemic, with a view to furthering early diagnosis and intervention. The disease cannot be cured and is ultimately lethal, however its growth can be slowed through various drug therapies.

Objectives

At the end of this module, the student will be able to

· Describe the dimensions of the epidemic today worldwide

· Outline the causes of infection and identify those most at risk

· Describe the progress of the disease from HIV infection to full-blown AIDS

· Identify the common symptoms of HIV and AIDS

· Describe the main types of available drugs and how they work on the body to slow progress of the disease

· Understand preventive measures to fight the spread of AIDS

The modern scourge of HIV/AIDS was first clinically observed in New York City in 1981 among homosexual men presenting with profound acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS). What was then thought to affect a small minority is now known to affect millions of men and women worldwide.

Identified as a virus in 1983, the virus can be diagnosed by means of blood test developed in 1985. Over 16 million deaths have been attributed to AIDS since its inception. At present 95% of an estimated 33 million HIV infections occur in developing countries, principally in sub-Saharan Africa and Southeast Asia. Internationally, 10% of cases are children younger than 15 years old. Life expectancy from untreated HIV infection leading to AIDS is two to three years.

Knee Replacement Course

This course module is designed to teach students about Knee Replacement and the causes

Objectives

By the end of this course, the student will be able to:

1. Know data related to the knee replacement in the U.S.

2. Know the structures of the knee

3. Understand the causes of knee problems

4. Know several diagnostic methods

5. Identify ways to prevent knee problems

6. Describe the surgical procedure

PHLEBOTOMY PROCEDURES

This course module is aimed at teaching routine venipuncture and specimen handing

Objectives

Upon completing this course the individual will be able to:

1. Demonstrate the basic anatomy and physiology of the circulatory system

2. Describe phlebotomy procedures

3. State appropriate techniques for proper patient identification

4. Identify appropriate equipment necessary for specimen collection

5. Learn the different techniques of venipuncture and skin puncture

Preventing Medication Errors Course

This course module is designed to teach students about preventing medication errors

Objectives

By the end of this course, the student will be able to:

1. Define medication errors

2. Identify common causes of medication errors

3. Identify nursing responsibility

4. Identify effective ways nurses can prevent medication errors

Raynaud’s Syndrome Course

This course module is designed to teach students the key issues surrounding Raynaud’s Syndrome, with a focus on genetic causes, biological and clinical manifestations, and current treatments.

Scleroderma Course

This course module aims at educating individuals about the issues surrounding scleroderma, with a focus on genetic causes, biological and clinical manifestations, and current treatment available. Because many different organs may be involved, the evaluation and treatment of scleroderma is best managed when the disease is well understood.

Objectives

At the end of this module, the individual will be able to:

1.Discuss the different forms of scleroderma

2.Discuss the existing clues available for the process of defining the etiology of scleroderma.

3.Discuss the epidemiology of scleroderma with respect to incidence, prevalence, and risk factors.

4.Identify the symptoms associated with the various involvements

5.Describe the different tests available for the identification of the disease

6.Identify the different methods of treatment employed

7.Understand possible complications

Stroke and Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA) Course

This course module is designed to teach students the key issues surrounding stroke and transient ischemic attack, with a focus on the symptoms, treatments and prognosis of cerebrovascular disease