Carbohydrate Counting
Carbohydrate Counting
Course Expiration Date: 5/31/2023
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 course is designed to review methods, tips, and tools for learning how to count carbohydrates through review of: meal planning, benefits of carbohydrate counting, major nutrient types, differentiation of carbohydrate food sources, how to estimate carbohydrate amounts, and reading nutrition labels to measure/determine carbohydrate servings, amounts, and portion sizes.
Sample breakfast, lunch, supper meals, and snacks with associated meal tickets are included as practice exercises. And a Post-Test will be completed upon finishing the presentation to measure understanding of course objectives.
Instructor: Laura Leary MS,RN,BC,OCN
Target Audience: Nurses, Dietitians and any other interested healthcare providers
Learning Outcomes: After completing this activity, the participant will be able to:
- Define Carbohydrate Counting
- Name 2 benefits of carbohydrate counting
- Identify 5 foods classified as carbohydrates
- Read food nutrition labels for serving size, servings per container, and amount of carbohydrate per serving
- Calculate carbohydrate count
in grams and servings in sample meal plans/exercises
Length of Course: 60 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 1.0 nursing continuing professional development contact hour.
Dietitians: 1.0 hours of CPE for registered dietitians.
Upstate AHEC Credit: This educational offering provides 0.1 CEUs (1.0 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.
Diabetes Clinical Update
Diabetes Clinical Update
Course Expiration Date: 12/31/21
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 payable through PayPal when you enroll.
Course Description: This course is designed to provide the healthcare provider with an update to the clinical guidelines for diabetes.
Instructor: Jane Stone RN BSN CDE
Target Audience: Nurses and any other interested healthcare provider
Learning Outcomes: After completing this activity, the participant will be able to:
- State the benefits of good glycemic control for hospitalized patients and for outpatients.
- State the definitions of different types of diabetes and how they are diagnosed.
- Discuss how a normal pancreas works and demonstrate understanding of patients' insulin needs.
- State the AACE/ADA recommendations/goals.
- Design a strategy for educating patients with diabetes.
- Demonstrate an understanding of pattern management when assessing blood glucose readings.
- Demonstrate an understanding of nutrition principles for patients with diabetes.
- State recommendations regarding exercise to patients with diabetes.
- State the acute complications of diabetes and discuss causes and treatment.
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.
Upon successful completion of this program, participants will receive 0.75 nursing continuing professional development contact hour.
Upstate AHEC Credit: This educational offering provides 0.075 CEUs (0.75 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.
Diabetic Footcare for Healthcare Professionals
Diabetic Foot Care for Healthcare Professionals
Course Expiration Date: 4/30/23
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 payable through PayPal when you enroll.
Course Description: This course is designed to provide the healthcare provider with an update to the clinical guidelines for diabetes.
Instructor: Donna Burroughs ACNS-BC, CDE, CWCN
Target Audience: Nurses and any other interested healthcare provider
Learning Outcomes: After completing this activity, the participant will be able to:
- Describe different levels of foot care.
- Describe inspection and assessment of feet of patients at high risk; especially patients with diabetes, neuropathy and peripheral arterial disease (PAD).
- Discuss the effects of diabetes related to foot care.
Length of Course: 60 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 1.0 nursing continuing professional development contact hour.
Upstate AHEC Credit: This educational offering provides 0.1 CEUs (1.0 clock hours) by Upstate AHEC and meets SC AHEC Best Practice Standards.
Disclosure Statement:
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.
Troubleshooting Blood Glucose
Troubleshooting Blood Glucose
Course Expiration Date: 12/31/21
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 payable through PayPal when you enroll.
Course Description: This course is designed to teach the healthcare provider how to manage insulin for patients based upon blood glucose readings.
Instructor: Jane Stone RN BSN CDE
Target Audience: Nurses and any other interested healthcare provider
Learning Outcomes: After completing this activity, the participant will be able to:
Length of Course: 30 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 0.5 nursing continuing professional development contact hour.
Upstate AHEC Credit: This educational offering provides 0.0.5 CEUs (0.5 clock hours) by Upstate AHEC and meets SC AHEC Best Practice Standards.
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.
World Diabetes Day 2020
World Diabetes Day 2020
Course Expiration Date: 11/30/2023
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 $100
Course Description:
Diabetes Care During a Pandemic – Lessons Learned and Implications for the Future
a. Discuss the current state of diabetes in the United States
b. Describe the relationship between COVID, health care disparities and diabetes outcomes
c. Explore the impact of COVID infection on those with pre-existing diabetes
d. Discuss the efficacy of virtual visits and future approaches to diabetes care
e. List 3 actions health care professionals can take to improve equitable diabetes care
Diabetes Medication Updates and Critical Content
a. Describe 3 updates on currently available diabetes medications
b. List key teaching points for each class of medications
Diabetes Medication Management –
A Case Study Approach
c. Based on the case study provided, determine the best diabetes medication approach
d. Discuss the application of ADA Diabetes Meds Management guidelines in clinical practice
Surviving the Holidays with Diabetes
a. Discuss the impact of festive foods and alcohol on blood glucose levels
b. Describe the 2 new hypoglycemic rescue medications.
c. List 3 strategies to boost mental health for people with diabetes and health care professionals
Instructor: Coach Beverly Thomassian RN, MPH, CDE®, BC-ADM
Target Audience: Nurses, Dietitians and any other interested healthcare providers
Learning Outcomes: After completing this activity, the participant will be able to:
- describe the relationship between COVID, health care disparities and diabetes outcomes.
- describe 3 updates on currently available diabetes medications.
- describe the 2 new hypoglycemic rescue medications.
Length of Course: 4 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 4.0 nursing continuing professional development contact hour.
Dietitians: 4.0 hours of CPE for registered dietitians.
Upstate AHEC Credit: This educational offering provides 0.4 CEUs (4.0 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.