Healthcare Course Library for Continuing Education

Assessment and Management of Asthma

According to the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute asthma is a chronic lung disease that narrows the airways and can cause recurring periods of wheezing, coughing and shortness of breath. In this course, we will review the etiology and prevalence of adult asthma and the evidence-based guidelines for assessment, treatment, and ongoing management of patients in the continuum of healthcare. We will take a close look at the causes of asthma exacerbation and review methods of controlling chronic symptoms. The course also includes techniques to reduce the impairment of severe asthma and the importance of creating a written Asthma Control Plan with the patients and caretakers.

Addressing Childhood Obesity

The causes of childhood obesity are multifactorial. Obesity is a result of genetics and the child’s environment, and many different factors can place a child at risk for being overweight or obese. This course provides an overview of childhood obesity, the impact of childhood obesity on communities, the differences in childhood obesity among various ethnic groups, and best practices to address childhood obesity for healthcare professionals. Course expiration date: 4/1/2026

Overcoming Patients Barriers to Colorectal Screening

Colorectal Cancer, also known as CRC, begins with a small growth or a polyp, classified as either adenomatous or hyperplastic, which develop into carcinoma over 10 to 15 years. Screening is an opportunity to remove the polyp and early detection. CRC screening allows physicians to detect and remove significant polyps, and thus reduces CRC incidence and mortality. In contrast to other cancers, the removal of pre-cancerous polyps or early-stage CRC will prevent cancer development and reduce mortality, which further highlights the importance of early screening. This course has been produced to increase the awareness of the importance of colorectal cancer screening in community healthcare centers that care for the uninsured and the underserved population. Course expiration date: 6/30/2025

The Importance of Recreation and Leisure for the Elderly

This course will provide the learner with an overview of the importance of healthy living for older adults including the benefits of physical activity, recreation and leisure, as well as the positive effects of social interaction and staying mentally engaged. The course will also discuss the benefits of good nutrition and safety for older adults.

Early Recognition and Treatment of Sepsis

In this course, we will review current trends and best practices related to recognizing the early signs and symptoms of sepsis and evidence-based guidelines for treatment. The course will define sepsis and its causes, facilitate understanding of the importance of early detection, discuss the signs and symptoms, discuss how to prevent and treat sepsis, and provide an overview of the impact of sepsis on the patient population and overall health outcomes. Course expiration date: 6/28/2025

Alternative Methods for Patient Care During a Pandemic

The most common modes of transmission for infectious pathogens are from the infected person to others through coughing, sneezing, touching, and surfaces touched by the infected person. One way to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 is to prevent people with suspected signs and symptoms of COVID-19 from coming into a healthcare facility for diagnosis and treatment.

This course will briefly cover lessons learned from historic responses to outbreaks and practical strategies for managing COVID-19 with alternative methods of care and potential liabilities. The course will focus on the CMS’s broadened access to Medicare telehealth services, including temporary and emergency benefits under the 1135 waiver authority and Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act. Course expiration date: 3/30/2025

The Importance of Oral Health

This course explores oral health and the effects oral health has on overall health, the prevalence of oral diseases and the conditions linked to oral health, and evidence-based guidelines to promote oral health. Oral health touches every part of our lives but is often taken for granted. Your mouth is a gateway into your body’s overall health; it will tell you when there is an infection or when your body lacks nutrition. Course expiration date: 6/30/2025

Cervical Cancer: Causes, Risks, and Evidence-Based Treatment

Cervical cancer is a form of cancer that originates in the cells lining the cervix and begins to grow out of control. The American Cancer Society estimates that 13,960 new cases will be diagnosed in 2023, and an estimated 4,310 women will die from the disease. Through early detection, pap smear testing, and effective treatment, the survival rate for affected women will increase. It is often curable if diagnosed and treated early.
This course will provide an overview of cervical cancer, which includes the causes and risk factors associated with disease. The prevalence amongst different age and ethnic groups will be examined, evidence-based guidelines surrounding detection, diagnosis, and treatment options will be identified, and the impact of the disease on a health, social, and economic level will be discussed. Course expiration date: 3/2/2026

COVID-19: Risk Assessment and Treatment

This activity will discuss the key considerations for COVID-19, including signs and symptoms, incubation period, and populations at risk. We will discuss risk assessment and treatment of persons with suspected and confirmed COVID-19 and debunk myths related to the COVID-19 vaccines.
Many healthcare facilities lack the infrastructure, equipment, and staffing to care for patients that have been exposed to COVID-19 or present with active symptoms. The course includes a review of evidence-based guidelines in the context of infection control and transmission prevention. Course expiration date: 3/31/2025