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- 0.36 AANP Contact Hours
- 0.36 AANP Pharmacology Contact Hours
- 0.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
$0.00
Agitation is among the most common behavioral symptoms in patients with dementia, including Alzheimer’s dementia. It exacts a significant burden on patients because it is associated with not only greater morbidity and mortality, but also a faster cognitive and functional decline. This activity reviews pharmacological treatment options, both a newly approved agent that is the first ever to be indicated specifically for the treatment of agitation associated with dementia due to Alzheimer’s disease and also an array of agents in development.
- 5.00 MOC
- 5.00 Approved Continuing Education (ACE)
- 5.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
- 5.00 ANCC
- 5.00 Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB)
$30.00
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 develop targeted therapeutic interventions and vaccine strategies. Sophisticated techniques have been and are being developed to diagnose infection, to monitor immune decline, to monitor response to therapy and disease progression, and to accurately detect and diagnose opportunistic diseases.
- 5.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
$30.00
Changes in the delivery of health care and advances in technology have moved many surgical procedures out of the traditional operating room. As such, physicians in a wide variety of settings are increasingly using moderate sedation/analgesia (often referred to as conscious sedation). Knowledge and skill in managing potential complications of moderate sedation is essential. This course will review the available guidelines for the provision of moderate sedation and considerations for different patient populations, settings, and procedures.
- 8.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
$48.00
Substance use disorders continue to be an important health issue in the United States and can lead to significant problems in all aspects of a person's life. Appropriate assessment and management of substance use is a priority in patient care. In addition, the presence of substance use disorders can complicate the treatment or management of comorbid medical conditions.
- 1.00 ANCC
$15.00
Each week, dozens of people die waiting for an organ or tissue transplant—lives that could be saved by improving general knowledge of organ donation and recovery among healthcare professionals and the lay public alike. Nurses are in a unique position to advocate for donation and to educate their patients as to the importance of being an organ donor. This course will review the donation process, including patient selection, processing potential donors, and organ/tissue preservation.
- 7.00 Approved Continuing Education (ACE)
- 7.00 Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB)
$42.00
Since the discovery of HIV, scientists have made major inroads in understanding modes of transmission, infectivity, and pathogenicity. Therapeutic alternatives, especially antiretroviral drugs, have been tested and approved and are providing benefit to many who are HIV-infected. Behavioral health professionals will continue to play a major and significant role in preventing the spread of HIV infection and in caring for those who are infected or affected by HIV.
- 2.00 Approved Continuing Education (ACE)
- 2.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
- 2.00 Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB)
- 2.00 Contact hours
$15.00
Sexual harassment in the workplace is a longstanding issue that has received renewed attention and legislation to help make the workplace safe for all. Throughout this course, information regarding what constitutes sexual harassment, how to prevent it in the workplace, employer responsibilities, employee and supervisor roles and responsibilities, and multicultural considerations will be provided. This course meets the California requirement of sexual harassment training of one hour for employees and two hours for supervisors that must be completed every two years.
- 5.00 Approved Continuing Education (ACE)
- 5.00 Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB)
$30.00
There is a growing recognition of the importance of the spiritual domain in the counseling process and the need for training materials and strategies for integrating the Association of Spiritual, Ethical, and Religious Values in Counseling (ASERVIC) competencies into the field of counseling. Although many counselors and educators endorse the spiritual competencies, there is little evidence that these competencies are being systematically and comprehensively addressed in counselors' training.
- 3.00 Approved Continuing Education (ACE)
- 3.00 Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB)
$18.00
Florida mental health professionals are legally obligated to be aware of standards that govern professional accountability. As mental health professionals are affected by these rules and regulations, they have the responsibility to keep informed of regulatory changes and provide public comment regarding regulations. The laws and rules discussed in this course have been chosen because they are among the most pertinent and apply specifically to professionals renewing their license.
- 3.00 Approved Continuing Education (ACE)
- 3.00 Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB)
$18.00
Without proper boundaries and awareness, mental health professionals become vulnerable to burnout and vicarious traumatization. This can result in a risk of therapeutic effectiveness, loss of trust with clients, and possible ethical crossings or violations. This course supports professionals practicing competence, while utilizing self-care and boundaries to minimize burnout while practicing compassion for the clients that they serve.