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FEBRUARY 25, 2021
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MARCH 11, 2021
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April 8, 2021
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April 21, 2021
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Palliative Wound Care (FREE) Courtesy of Shield Healthcare - RN CE's Only
Speaker: Tracy Lynn Rodgers RN, BSN LNCC, RN-CLTC, WCC, DWC, Clinical Instructor
Description:
This session will discuss the goals of Palliative Wound Management. Our approach to wound care is less aggressive, and we encounter many challenges. We'll discuss those challenges, which include: wound odor, excessive bleeding, exudate, necrotic tissue, pain, periwound breakdown, itching, and body image and caregiver skills. We'll learn about some of the wounds encountered in palliative care such as Kennedy Terminal Ulcer, Marjolin, Kaposi Sarcoma, fungating wounds, pressure ulcers, and fistulas.
Learning Objectives:
- Outline the major goals of palliative wound management.
- Describe various types of wounds and complications encountered in palliative wound management.
- Identify interventions and products for wound treatment as they relate to palliative wound management.
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This continuing education acctivity is provided FREE through support by Shield Healthcare.
*By completing this course for free, you are agreeing to share your contact information, demographic and/or survey infiromation with Relias LLC and these promotional partners for potential marketing purposes.
How Not to Suck at Leech Therapy (FREE) Courtesy of Carolina Biologicals RN CE's Only
Speaker: Ronald Sherman MD, MSC, DTM&
Description:
This session is designed to provide practical information for wound care therapists who are occasionally asked to assist in providing leech therapy for post-surgical flaps and reattached appendages that are failing due to venous congestion. General anatomy, biology will be covered, along with clinical insights concerning appropriate use and potential complications. The class will focus on practical pointers about how to handle the leeches.
Learning Objectives:
- List the indications for leech therapy
- List at least 2 complications of leech therapy
- Describe how to tell the difference between the front and back ends of a leech.
- Describe at least 3 techniques to optimize leech attachment.
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This continuing education acctivity is provided FREE through support by Carolina Biologicals. *By completing this course for free, you are agreeing to share your contact information, demographic and/or survey infiromation with Relias LLC and these promotional partners for potential marketing purposes.
Skin and Nail Changes in the Diabetic Foot (FREE)
Speaker: Dr. Donald Wollheim MD, FAPWCA, WCC, DWC, Clinical Instructor
Description:
Approximately half of all patients with diabetes will experience dermatological changes during the course of their disease. Recognizing changes and instituting prompt management plans can assist in prevention of diabetic foot ulcerations. This webinar explores characteristics and treatment plans for the most common skin and nail conditions frequently encountered on the diabetic foot.
Learning Objectives:
- Name and explain characteristics of at least 3 common skin complications and 3 nail pathologies frequently seen with Diabetes.
- Identify nail or skin changes in the diabetic patient that require prompt interventions or referrals.
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Ostomy: How To: Creating The Seal by Making The Right Choices (FREE)
Speaker: Joy Hooper RN, BSN, CWOCN, OMS, WCC, AWCC, Clinical Instructor
Description:
Achieving a leak-proof seal between the skin barrier and the abdominal skin surrounding the stoma is the cornerstone of ostomy management. This session will focus on assessment, interventions, and techniques for choosing the right ostomy products for creating dry surfaces, contour management, securement and peristomal skin protection. (Note: this session contains various brand name product reviews).
Learning Objectives:
- Upon completion, the participant will be able to differences between nasoenteric and enterostomy tubes.
- List preventions, placement, securement tips and interventions for tube site care.
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Nutrition: A to Zinc (FREE)
Speaker: Dr. Nancy Collins PhD, RDN, LD, NWCC, FANC
Description:
A, B, C, D, Zn, Arg, Glu, HMB, and so many more! When it comes to deciphering the nutritional components necessary for wound healing and Dx management, these nutrients can be alphabet soup. In this FREE webinar, we will cover the important macro- and micronutrients needed for an optimal daily diet.
Learning Objectives:
- Describe the nutritional components necessary to fuel the wound healing process.
- Understand how poor nutritional status impacts the body's ability to heal a wound.
- Implement at least two new nutritional strategies to enhance wound healing.
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This continuing education acctivity is provided FREE through support by Shield Healthcare.
*By completing this course for free, you are agreeing to share your contact information, demographic and/or survey infiromation with Relias LLC and these promotional partners for potential marketing purposes.
Ostomy101: Key Steps for Accurate Stoma Assessment (FREE)
Speaker: Joy Hooper RN, BSN, CWOCN, OMS, WCC, AWCC, Clinical Instructor
Description:
An accurate stoma assessment is the foundation for identification of complications, monitoring healing and for selection of appropriate stoma management products. This hour-long session will provide a step-by-step approach for conducting a detailed stoma assessment.
Learning Objectives:
- Distinguish between definitions of Ostomy and Stoma
- Differentiate between a loop stoma and a double-barrel stoma.
- Describe at least 4 ideal characteristics of fecal stoma.
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