Acute Coronary Syndrome "Heart Attack"
Acute Coronary Syndrome "Heart Attack"
If you are a member of SC AHEC this course is free with an enrollment key which you may obtain from the AHEC contact person within your organization.
If you are purchasing this course the cost is $25.00.
Course Description: This program will review Coronary Heart Disease, looking at prevalence, risk factors, signs and symptoms, prevention and physical activity. A review of the anatomical structures associated with CHD will be reviewed as well. A differentiation of the various types of Acute Coronary Syndrome will be discussed, including: STEMI, NSTEMI and Unstable angina. Management of ACS will include: anticoagulation , angioplasty and a review of 12 Lead ECG and biomarkers for diagnosis. Complications such as cardiogenic shock, ventricular tachycardia and fibrillation, reinfarction, heart failure, pericarditis, mural thrombosis, myocardial wall rupture, papillary muscle rupture and ventricular aneurysm will be discussed.
Instructor: John Paguntalan PhD APRN-BC CCRN-K
Target Audience: Nurses and any other interested healthcare providers
Learning Outcomes: After completing this activity, the participant will be able to:
- Describe pathophysiology of Coronary Heart Disease and Acute Coronary Syndrome
- Differentiate the types of Acute Coronary Syndrome
- Discuss the complications of Acute Coronary Syndrome
Length of Course: 1 hour
Credit Statements:
Licensed Nurses: Upstate AHEC is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
Upon successful completion of this program, participants will receive 1.0 nursing continuing professional development hour with 0.5 pharmacology hour.
Respiratory Care Practitioners: 1.0 clock hour will be awarded by Upstate AHEC, an approved provider of continuing education for respiratory care practitioners by the SC Board of Medical Examiners.
Other: This educational offering provides 0.1 CEU (1.0 clock hour) by Upstate AHEC and meets SC AHEC Best Practice Standards.
Credit Statement: Upstate AHEC is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
Disclosure Statement: Upstate AHEC’s conflict of interest policy requires speaker(s), the planning committee members, and all others in a position to control this activity of this program to disclose any real or apparent commercial financial affiliations related to the content of this presentation or materials.
The speaker(s), the planning committee members, and all others in a position to control this activity have signed a vested interest form declaring no conflict of interest in this activity.
Provision of this education activity by Upstate AHEC does not imply endorsement by Upstate AHEC or ANCC of any commercial products displayed in conjunction with this activity.
Credit Requirements: To receive CE credit for completing this online course you must complete 100% of the material, receive at least 80% passing grade on post-test and complete the evaluation.
Once you pass the post-test and complete the evaluation you will be able to print a certificate for verification of credit.
The process for enrolling in AHECU courses has changed. Please go to www.upstateahec.org and click the blue AHECU/Distance Education block to register for online courses. There is a tutorial on the web site if you need assistance with the registration process.
Blood Cholesterol Management to Reduce Cardiovascular Risk
Blood Cholesterol Management to Reduce Cardiovascular Risk
If you are a member of SC AHEC this course is free with an enrollment key which you may obtain from the AHEC contact person within your organization.
If you are purchasing this course the cost is $75.00.
Course Description: This program will discuss concepts and principles related to the management of blood cholesterol. The presenter will identify evidence-based practice for the pharmacological and non-pharmacological management of elevated blood cholesterol.
Instructor: Dr. Claire DeCristofaro
Target Audience: Nurses and any other interested healthcare providers
Learning Outcomes: After completing this activity, the participant will be able to:
· Review the concepts and principles related to clinical decision-making in the pathophysiology of the contribution of blood cholesterol to the development of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease.
· Recognize risk factors for the development of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease and associated adverse outcomes.
· Discuss currently available interventions for the pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic management of abnormal blood cholesterol.
· Discuss currently available clinical practice guidelines for the management of blood cholesterol.
Length of Course: 165 minutes
Credit Statements:
Licensed Nurses: Upstate AHEC is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
Upon successful completion of this program, participants will receive 2.75 nursing continuing professional development hours with 2.75 pharmacology hours.
Other: This educational offering provides 0.275 CEU (2.75 clock hours) by Upstate AHEC and meets SC AHEC Best Practice Standards.
Credit Statement: Upstate AHEC is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
Disclosure Statement: Upstate AHEC’s conflict of interest policy requires speaker(s), the planning committee members, and all others in a position to control this activity of this program to disclose any real or apparent commercial financial affiliations related to the content of this presentation or materials.
The speaker(s), the planning committee members, and all others in a position to control this activity have signed a vested interest form declaring no conflict of interest in this activity.
Provision of this education activity by Upstate AHEC does not imply endorsement by Upstate AHEC or ANCC of any commercial products displayed in conjunction with this activity.
Credit Requirements: To receive CE credit for completing this online course you must complete 100% of the material, receive at least 80% passing grade on post-test and complete the evaluation.
Once you pass the post-test and complete the evaluation you will be able to print a certificate for verification of credit.
The process for enrolling in AHECU courses has changed. Please go to www.upstateahec.org and click the blue AHECU/Distance Education block to register for online courses. There is a tutorial on the web site if you need assistance with the registration process.
Blood Disorders
Blood Disorders
If you are a member of SC AHEC this course is free with an enrollment key which you may obtain from the AHEC contact person within your organization.
If you are purchasing this course the cost is $45 payable through PayPal when you enroll.
Course Description: This course examines blood disorders including signs, symptoms, common treatments and nursing management.
Instructor: Stacey Amick, RN, MN, ACNP
Target Audience: RN and other interested healthcare providers
Learning Outcomes: After completing this activity, the participant will be able to:
- identify common blood disorders and the nursing care for patients experiencing blood disorders.
Length of Course: 1 hour 45 minutes
Credit Statements:
Licensed Nurses: Upstate AHEC is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
This continuing education activity is approved for 1.75 nursing continuing professional development hour for licensed nurses.
Others: This educational offering provides 0.175 CEU (1.75 clock hour) by Upstate AHEC and meets SC AHEC Best Practice Standards.
Credit Statement: Upstate AHEC is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
Disclosure Statement: Upstate AHEC’s conflict of interest policy requires speaker(s), the planning committee members, and all others in a position to control this activity of this program to disclose any real or apparent commercial financial affiliations related to the content of this presentation or materials.
The speaker(s), the planning committee members, and all others in a position to control this activity have signed a vested interest form declaring no conflict of interest in this activity.
Provision of this education activity by Upstate AHEC does not imply endorsement by Upstate AHEC or ANCC of any commercial products displayed in conjunction with this activity.
Credit Requirements: To receive CE credit for completing this online course you must complete 100% of the material, receive at least 80% passing grade on post-test and complete the evaluation.
Once you pass the post-test and complete the evaluation you will be able to print a certificate for verification of credit.
The process for enrolling in AHECU courses has changed. Please go to www.upstateahec.org and click the blue AHECU/Distance Education block to register for online courses. There is a tutorial on the web site if you need assistance with the registration process.
Heart Failure
Heart Failure
If you are a member of SC AHEC this course is free with an enrollment key which you may obtain from the AHEC contact person within your organization.
If you are purchasing this course the cost is $75.00.
Course Description: This program will review heart failure; the differences between systolic and diastolic dysfunction as well as acute vs. chronic heart failure. Case studies will be examined. The pharmacological treatment for each condition will be discussed. Finally, patient & staff education will be reviewed.
Instructor: Cynthia MacDonald, MSN, APRN, BC
Target Audience: Nurses and any other interested healthcare providers
Learning Outcomes: After completing this activity, the participant will be able to:
- contrast systolic vs. diastolic dysfunction in reference to heart failure.
- compare the pharmacological treatment of systolic vs. diastolic dysfunction.
- discuss heart failure education goals.
Length of Course: 3 hours
Credit Statements:
Licensed Nurses: Upstate AHEC is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
Upon successful completion of this program, participants will receive 3.0 nursing continuing professional development hours with 2.0 pharmacology hours.
Other: This educational offering provides 0.3 CEUs (3.0 clock hour) by Upstate AHEC and meets SC AHEC Best Practice Standards.
Credit Statement: Upstate AHEC is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
Disclosure Statement: Upstate AHEC’s conflict of interest policy requires speaker(s), the planning committee members, and all others in a position to control this activity of this program to disclose any real or apparent commercial financial affiliations related to the content of this presentation or materials.
The speaker(s), the planning committee members, and all others in a position to control this activity have signed a vested interest form declaring no conflict of interest in this activity.
Provision of this education activity by Upstate AHEC does not imply endorsement by Upstate AHEC or ANCC of any commercial products displayed in conjunction with this activity.
Credit Requirements: To receive CE credit for completing this online course you must complete 100% of the material, receive at least 80% passing grade on post-test and complete the evaluation.
Once you pass the post-test and complete the evaluation you will be able to print a certificate for verification of credit.
The process for enrolling in AHECU courses has changed. Please go to www.upstateahec.org and click the blue AHECU/Distance Education block to register for online courses. There is a tutorial on the web site if you need assistance with the registration process.
Understanding Heart Failure and Hypertension
Understanding Heart Failure and Hypertension
If you are a member of SC AHEC this course is free with an enrollment key which you may obtain from the AHEC contact person within your organization.
If you are purchasing this course the cost is $25 payable through PayPal when you enroll.
Course Description:
Instructor: Stacey Amick, RN, MN, ACNP
Target Audience: RN and other interested healthcare providers
Learning Outcomes: After completing this activity, the participant will be able to:
- identify risk factors, incidence, diagnosis and current treatments for heart failure and hypertension
Length of Course: 45 minutes
Credit Statements:
Licensed Nurses: Upstate AHEC is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
This continuing education activity is approved for 0.75 nursing continuing professional development hour for licensed nurses and 0.5 pharmacology hour.
Others: This educational offering provides 0.075CEU (0.75 clock hour) by Upstate AHEC and meets SC AHEC Best Practice Standards.
Credit Statement: Upstate AHEC is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
Disclosure Statement: Upstate AHEC’s conflict of interest policy requires speaker(s), the planning committee members, and all others in a position to control this activity of this program to disclose any real or apparent commercial financial affiliations related to the content of this presentation or materials.
The speaker(s), the planning committee members, and all others in a position to control this activity have signed a vested interest form declaring no conflict of interest in this activity.
Provision of this education activity by Upstate AHEC does not imply endorsement by Upstate AHEC or ANCC of any commercial products displayed in conjunction with this activity.
Credit Requirements: To receive CE credit for completing this online course you must complete 100% of the material, receive at least 80% passing grade on post-test and complete the evaluation.
Once you pass the post-test and complete the evaluation you will be able to print a certificate for verification of credit.
The process for enrolling in AHECU courses has changed. Please go to www.upstateahec.org and click the blue AHECU/Distance Education block to register for online courses. There is a tutorial on the web site if you need assistance with the registration process.