The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about the influence of acids, bases and electrolytes on human physiology. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to -

• Explain the clinical presentation of the acid and base electrolyte topics discussed
• Formulate the clinical work-up and evaluation of the acid and base electrolyte topics discussed
• State the current therapy of the acid and base electrolyte topics discussed
• List the potential complications of the acid and base electrolyte topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about the management of adult airways. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to -

• Explain the clinical presentation of the airway management topics discussed
• Formulate the clinical work-up and evaluation of the airway management topics discussed
• State the current therapy of the airway management topics discussed
• List the potential complications of the airway management topics discussed
  

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about the management of adult and pediatric burn trauma. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to -

• Describe electric burns and their treatment
• Discuss common types of chemical burns and their management
• Describe the various types of thermal burns and their symptomatic presentation

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about the clinical manifestations of material toxicity in adults and children. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to -

• Review natural, chemical, and pharmaceutical threats
• Discuss the nursing process in the care of individuals exposed to hazardous or toxic material
• Link knowledge of the effects of hazardous material to knowledge necessary for care of the exposed patient

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about adult and pediatric trauma presentations and their management. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to -

• Discuss the incidence prevalence, and causes of adult and pediatric trauma
• Describe the different therapeutic treatments for traumatic injuries 
• Discuss the management of this patient population and the clinical application of interventions
• Participate in case studies involving traumatic patient scenarios

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about advanced mechanical ventilation. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to —

• Understand the basics of adult advanced mechanical ventilation 
• Describe the key components of advanced mechanical ventilation, settings and their indications 
• Summarize the clinical application of advanced mechanical ventilation skill sets 
• Describe in detail the possible correlation of advanced mechanical ventilation techniques and how they are applied to common everyday clinical practice

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about the etiology of high altitude pulmonary edema. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to —

• Outline the major characteristics of air transport and HAPE topics discussed
• Summarize the clinical implications of air transport and HAPE topics discussed
• Review the overall importance of air transport and HAPE topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to inform nurses about bio terrorism.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Describe the common biological agents
• Recognize the signs and symptoms of exposure
• List ways to manage and treat victims
• Describe how to avoid transmission
• Name three isolation measures and decontamination

The purpose of this program is to inform nurses about bio terrorism.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Describe the common biological agents
• Recognize the signs and symptoms of exposure
• Understand how to manage and treat victims, understand how to avoid transmission
• Understand isolation measures and decontamination

The purpose of this program is to inform nurses about the biological warfare agents.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Describe the biological agents, recognize the signs and symptoms of exposure
• Understand how to manage and treat victims
• Understand how to avoid transmission
• Understand isolation measures and decontamination

The purpose of this program is to inform nurses about the biological warfare agents.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Describe the biological agents, recognize the signs and symptoms of exposure
• Understand how to manage and treat victims
• Understand how to avoid transmission
• Understand isolation measures and decontamination

The purpose of this program is to inform nurses about the biological warfare agents.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Describe the biological agents, recognize the signs and symptoms of exposure
• Understand how to manage and treat victims
• Understand how to avoid transmission
• Understand isolation measures and decontamination

The purpose of this program is to inform nurses about bites and stings. After studying this information, you will be able to-

• Explain the clinical presentation of the bite and sting topics discussed
• Formulate the clinical work-up and evaluation of the bite and sting topics discussed
• State the current therapy of the bite and sting topics discussed
• List the potential complications of the bite and sting topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to inform nurses about bites and stings. After studying this information, you will be able to-

• Explain the clinical presentation of the bite and sting topics discussed.
• Formulate the clinical work-up and evaluation of the bite and sting topics discussed.
• State the current therapy of the bite and sting topics discussed.
• List the potential complications of the bite and sting topics discussed.

The purpose of this program is to inform nurses about the blood components. After studying this information, you will be able to-

• Identify the major red blood cell groups, cell antigens and corresponding plasma complete antibodies
• Explain the bodies development of incomplete antibodies in response to exposure to a red blood cell Rh antigen, implement the proper method of administration for blood components
• Identify four major blood reactions and implement the proper nursing action if a reaction occurs

The purpose of this program is to inform nurses about body fluids and electrolytes. After studying this information, you will be able to-

• Identify the major fluid compartments and electrolytes in the body
• Define the major mechanisms of transport for fluids and electrolytes in the body
• Calculate the proper flow rate for delivering IV fluids via gravity
• List three conditions that may cause fluids and electrolyte imbalance in the body

The purpose of this program is to inform nurses about  C spine evaluation and treatment.  After studying this information, you will be able to-

• Outline the major characteristics of the cervical spine evaluation and treatment topics discussed
• Summarize the clinical implications of the cervical spine evaluation and treatment topics discussed
• Review the overall importance of the cervical spine evaluation and treatment topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about cardiology diseases. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Explain the clinical presentation of the cardiology topics discussed
• Formulate the clinical work-up and evaluation of the cardiology topics discussed
• State the current therapy of the cardiology topics discussed
• List the potential complications of the cardiology topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to inform nurses about  cardiovascular diseases.  After studying this information, you will be able to-

• Describe evaluation and treatment of aortic aneurysms
• State the type of lesions associated with atherosclerotic disease
• Describe the use of thrombolytics in an acute myocardial infarction

The purpose of this program is to inform nurses about  cardiovascular diseases.  After studying this information, you will be able to-

• Discuss the evaluation and treatment of Buerger's, Raynaud's, Takayasu's, Giant Cell, Kawasaki's, and Cardiomyopathies
  
• State the priorities in the treatment of these diseases

The purpose of this program is to inform nurses about the signs, evaluation, and treatment of heart failure.  After studying this information, you will be able to-

• Discuss the signs, symptoms, evaluation, and treatment of heart failure including CHF, pulmonary edema, and Cor Pulmonale, as well as diabetes mellitus, metabolic syndrome, dyslipidemia, endothelial dysfunction, peripheral arterial disease, cerebral vascular and accident/transient ischemic attack.

The purpose of this program is to inform nurses about cardiovascular disease.  After studying this information, you will be able to-

• Discuss the signs, symptoms, evaluation and treatment of hypertension, pericarditis, myocarditis, endocarditis, vasculitis, and shock

The purpose of this program is to inform nurses about cardiovascular history and therapeutic communication .  After studying this information, you will be able to-

• Describe how to take a cardiovascular history and discuss the key aspects of therapeutic communication

The purpose of this program is to inform nurses about case studys in poisoning and intoxication. After studying this information, you will be able to-

• Explain the clinical presentation of the toxicology and intoxication topics discussed
• Formulate the clinical work-up and evaluation of the toxicology and intoxication topics discussed
• State the current therapy of the toxicology and intoxication topics discussed
• List the potential complications of the toxicology and intoxication topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to inform nurses about chemical warfare agents. After studying this information, you will be able to-

• Describe the chemical agents, recognize the signs and symptoms of exposure
• Understand how to manage and treat victims, understand isolation measures and decontamination

The purpose of this program is to inform nurses about cognitive disorders. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Understand differences in types of dementia
• Describe diagnosis and treatment of amnesic disorders
• Describe delirium, and differences from dementias
• Discuss nursing care for cognitive impaired patients

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about dermatology review.  After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Explain the clinical presentation of the dermatology topics discussed
• Formulate the clinical work-up and evaluation of the dermatology topics discussed
• State the current therapy of the dermatology topics discussed
• List the potential complications of the dermatology topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about dianosis and treatment of patients with substance-related disorders.  After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• The addictions nurse will be knowledgeable about factors in diagnosing substance-related disorders
• The nurse will be able to list the various treatments available to patients with substance-related disorders

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about diseases of the nails and hair.  After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Explain the clinical presentation of the dizziness and vertigo topics discussed
• Formulate the clinical work-up and evaluation of the dizziness and vertigo topics discussed
• State the current therapy of the dizziness and vertigo topics discussed
• List the potential complications of the dizziness and vertigo topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about domestic violence.  After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Outline the major characteristics of the domestic violence topics discussed
• Summarize the clinical implications of the domestic violence topics discussed
• Review the overall importance of the domestic violence topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about E. Coli and C. Difficle infectiions. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to -

• Explain the clinical presentation of E. coli and C. difficle infections topics discussed
• Formulate the clinical work-up and evaluation of E. coli and C. difficle infections topics discussed
• State the current therapy of E. coli and C. difficle infections topics discussed
• List the potential complications of E. coli and C. difficle infections topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about EKG and rhythm interpretation.  After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Correlate the clinical presentation of abnormal ECG or rhythm strip findings with a patient
• Demonstrate the ability to interpret the rate, rhythm, axis and myocardial injury evident on an ECG

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about ECG and rhythm interpretation.  After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Correlate the clinical presentation of abnormal ECG or rhythm strip findings with a patient
• Demonstrate the ability to interpret the rate, rhythm, axis and myocardial injury evident on an ECG

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about EKG and rhythm interpretation.  After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• State the basic principles of ECG interpretation
• Describe the electrical pathway of an impulse in the heart and how blocks change the pathway
• State the meaning of axis and how it applies to evaluation of the myocardium
• Describe methods of evaluating hypertrophy

 

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about EKG and rhythm interpretation.  After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Describe methods of determining rate
• State the basic principles of ECG interpretation
• Explain the divisions of ECG paper and their meaning
• Describe five areas that should be evaluated when reading an ECG
• Outline the electrical pathway of impulses in the heart

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about EKG and rhythm interpretation.  After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• State the basic principles of ECG interpretation
• Describe the electrical pathway of an impulse in the heart and how blocks change the pathway
• State the meaning of axis and how it applies to evaluation of the myocardium
• Describe methods of evaluating hypertrophy

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about EKG and rhythm interpretation-myocarial injuries and pacemakers.  After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Correlate the clinical presentation of abnormal ECG or rhythm strip findings with a patient
• Demonstrate the ability to interpret the rate, rhythm, axis and myocardial damage evident on ECG

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about EKG and rhythm interpretation.After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Describe the electrical pathway of an impulse in the heart 
• State the divisions of ECG graph paper and there meaning 
• State the seven steps that should be evaluated in an ECG
• Describe methods of determining rate

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about elderly falls.  After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Formulate the clinical work-up and evaluation of the elderly fall topics discussed
• State the current therapy of the elderly fall topics discussed
• List the potential complications of the elderly fall topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about emergency burn evaluation and care.  After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Explain the clinical presentation of the burn trauma topics discussed
• Formulate the clinical work-up and evaluation of the burn trauma topics discussed
• State the current therapy of the burn trauma topics discussed
• List the potential complications of the burn trauma topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about emergency neck and chest trauma.  After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Explain the clinical presentation of the thoracic and neck trauma topics discussed
• Formulate the clinical work-up and evaluation of the thoracic and neck trauma topics discussed
• State the current therapy of the thoracic and neck trauma topics discussed
• List the potential complications of the thoracic and neck trauma topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about emergency pediatric trauma.  After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Explain the clinical presentation of the pediatric trauma topics discussed
• Formulate the clinical work-up and evaluation of the pediatric trauma topics discussed
• State the current therapy of the pediatric trauma topics discussed
• List the potential complications of the pediatric trauma topics discussed.

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about emergency pregnancy related injuries.  After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Explain the clinical presentation of the trauma and pregnancy topics discussed
• Formulate the clinical work-up and evaluation of the trauma and pregnancy topics discussed
• State the current therapy of the trauma and pregnancy topics discussed
• List the potential complications of the trauma and pregnancy topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about emergency shock evaluation and treatment.  After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Explain the clinical presentation of the TNCC shock topics discussed
• Formulate the clinical work-up and evaluation of the TNCC shock topics discussed
• State the current therapy of the TNCC shock topics discussed
• List the potential complications of the TNCC shock topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about emergency stabilization and transfer.  After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Outline the major characteristics of the stabilization, transfer, and transport topics discussed
• Summarize the clinical implications of the stabilization, transfer, and transport topics discussed
• Review the overall importance of the stabilization, transfer, and transport topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about emergency trauma assessment.  After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Outline the major characteristics of the biomechanics and initial assessment of trauma topics discussed
• Summarize the clinical implications of the biomechanics and initial assessment of trauma topics discussed
• Review the overall importance of the biomechanics and initial assessment of trauma topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about endocrine.  After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Explain the clinical presentation of the endocrine topics discussed
• Formulate the clinical work-up and evaluation of the endocrine topics discussed
• State the current therapy of the endocrine topics discussed
• List the potential complications of the endocrine topics discussed

• Explain the clinical presentation of the endocrine and electrolyte topics discussed
• Formulate the clinical work-up and evaluation of the endocrine and electrolyte topics discussed
• State the current therapy of the endocrine and electrolyte topics discussed
• List the potential complications of the endocrine and electrolyte topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about endocrine diseases. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Explain the clinical presentation of the endocrine topics discussed
• Formulate the clinical work-up and evaluation of the endocrine topics discussed
• State the current therapy of the endocrine topics discussed
• List the potential complications of the endocrine topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about endotracheal intubation and medications.  After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Describe the situations when it may be necessary to intubate
• Illustrate the proper procedure to intubate; describe head and neck anatomy
• Illustrate the importance of medication administration to help

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about ENT review.  After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Explain the clinical presentation of the ear, nose, and throat  topics discussed
• Formulate the clinical work-up and evaluation of the  ear, nose, and throat  topics discussed
• State the current therapy of the  ear, nose, and throat  topics discussed
• List the potential complications of the   ear, nose, and throat topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about environmental topics.  After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Explain the clinical presentation of the environmental topics discussed
• Formulate the clinical work-up and evaluation of the environmental topics discussed
• State the current therapy of the environmental topics discussed
• List the potential complications of the environmental topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about environmental review.  After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Explain the clinical presentation of the environmental topics discussed
• Formulate the clinical work-up and evaluation of the environmental topics discussed
• State the current therapy of the environmental topics discussed
• List the potential complications of the environmental topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about eye, ear, nose, and throat overview.  After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Explain the clinical presentation of the eyes, ears, nose, and throat topics discussed
• Formulate the clinical work-up and evaluation of the eyes, ears, nose, and throat topics discussed
• State the current therapy of the eyes, ears, nose, and throat topics discussed
• List the potential complications of the eyes, ears, nose, and throat topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about trauma to the eyes, ears, nose and throat. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to -

• Explain the clinical presentation of the eyes, ears, nose, and throat trauma topics discussed
• Formulate the clinical work-up and evaluation of the eyes, ears, nose, and throat traumatopics discussed
• State the current therapy of the eyes, ears, nose, and throat trauma topics discussed
• List the potential complications of the eyes, ears, nose, and throat traumatopics discussed.Introduction and overview of the eyes, ears, nose and throat trauma related disorders
• Description of history and physical examination findings of the eyes, ears, nose and throat trauma related disorders
• Outline of diagnostic workup of the eyes, ears, nose and throat trauma related disorders
• Summary of the treatment and long term outlook for the eyes, ears, nose and trauma throat related disorders

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about financial management-fluid and electrolytes.  After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Explain the clinical presentation of the fluid therapy and electrolyte topics discussed
• Formulate the clinical work-up and evaluation of the fluid therapy and electrolyte topics discussed
• State the current therapy of the fluid therapy and electrolyte topics discussed
• List the potential complications of the fluid therapy and electrolyte topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about  gasrtroenterology review.  After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Explain the clinical presentation of the gastroenterology topics discussed
• Formulate the clinical work-up and evaluation of the gastroenterology topics discussed
• State the current therapy of the gastroenterology topics discussed
• List the potential complications of the gastroenterology topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about  gasrtroentestinal disorders.  After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Explain the clinical presentation of the gastrointestinal topics discussed
• Formulate the clinical work-up and evaluation of the gastrointestinal topics discussed
• State the current therapy of the gastrointestinal topics discussed
• List the potential complications of the gastrointestinal topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about gastrointestinal diseases. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Explain the clinical presentation of the gastrointestinal topics discussed
• Formulate the clinical work-up and evaluation of the gastrointestinal topics discussed
• State the current therapy of the gastrointestinal topics discussed
• List the potential complications of the gastrointestinal topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about genitourinary diseases. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Explain the clinical presentation of the genitourinary topics discussed
• Formulate the clinical work-up and evaluation of the genitourinary topics discussed
• State the current therapy of the genitourinary topics discussed
• List the potential complications of the genitourinary topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about  genitourinary review.  After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Explain the clinical presentation of the genitourinary topics discussed
• Formulate the clinical work-up and evaluation of the genitourinary topics discussed
• State the current therapy of the genitourinary topics discussed
• List the potential complications of the genitourinary topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about  geriatric pulmonary health. After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Define some common respiratory terminology
• Describe the affects of aging on the pulmonary system
• Describe current treatment and management options
• Describe common pulmonary conditions: chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder, pneumonia, lung cancer, tuberculosis, restrictive airway disease, and allergies

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about  gynecology review. After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Explain the clinical presentation of the gynecology topics discussed
• Formulate the clinical work-up and evaluation of the gynecology topics discussed
• State the current therapy of the gynecology topics discussed
• List the potential complications of the gynecology topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about  gynecology review. After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Explain the clinical presentation of the gynecology topics discussed
• Formulate the clinical work-up and evaluation of the gynecology topics discussed
• State the current therapy of the gynecology topics discussed
• List the potential complications of the gynecology topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about  head trauma. After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Explain the clinical presentation of the head trauma topics discussed
• Formulate the clinical work-up and evaluation of the head trauma topics discussed
• State the current therapy of the head trauma topics discussed
• List the potential complications of the head trauma topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about healthcare legal-domestic violence and child abuse. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Recognize patients who are likely to be victims of domestic violence and child abuse
• Describe screening techniques for determining whether a patient has been a victim of domestic violence or child abuse
• Outline how to provide patients with information on resources in the community that provide legal aid, shelter, victim counseling, or child protection services

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about healthcare legal-elder abuse and neglect. After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Recognize patients who are likely to be victims of elder abuse
• Outline how to correctly report and treat abuse

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about healthcare legal-HIPAA. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Outline the major characteristics of the HIPPA topics discussed
• Summarize the clinical implications of the HIPPA topics discussed
• Review the overall importance of the HIPPA topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about healthcare legal-malpractice. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Recognize medical errors, the events that cause them, and strategies to prevent them
• Outline strategies in how to deal with system errors, difficult patients, and difficult professionals

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about  hematology ansd oncology.   After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Explain the clinical presentation of the hematology and oncology topics discussed
• Formulate the clinical work-up and evaluation of the hematology and oncology topics discussed
• State the current therapy of the hematology and oncology topics discussed
• List the potential complications of the hematology and oncology topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about hematology and oncology diseases. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Explain the clinical presentation of the hematology and oncology topics discussed
• Formulate the clinical work-up and evaluation of the hematology and oncology topics discussed
• State the current therapy of the hematology and oncology topics discussed
• List the potential complications of the hematology and oncology topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about  hematology review.   After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Explain the clinical presentation of the hematology topics discussed
• Formulate the clinical work-up and evaluation of the hematology topics discussed
• State the current therapy of the hematology topics discussed
• List the potential complications of the hematology topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about  hemodialysis monitoring.   After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Understand arterialand central hemodynamic monitoring and its use evaluation and management 
  
• Describe the components of a pressure monitoring system 
  
• State how to level and zero a transducer
  

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about  hemodynamic monitoring cardiac bypass devices.   After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• State the three major forms of noninvasive hemodynamic monitoring
  
• Discuss oxygen supply and demand
  
• Explain the function of tissue oxygen monitoring devices
  
• Describe the use and potential complications of circulatory assist devices
  
• Describe IABP counterpulsation installation and appropriate waveforms
  
• State actions that should be taken to correct IABP malfunction
  

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about  hemodynamic monitoring introduction.   After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Understand the anatomy and physiology involved in hemodynamic monitoring
  
• Describe central line placement, responsibilities, and potential complications
  
• Understand the anatomy and physiology involved in hemodynamic monitoring
  
• Describe central line placement, responsibilities, and potential complications
  

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about  hemodynamic monitoring pulmonary artery.   After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Understand the anatomy and physiology involved in hemodynamic monitoring
  
• Describe central line placement, responsibilities, and potential complications
  
• Understand the anatomy and physiology involved in hemodynamic monitoring
  
• Describe central line placement, responsibilities, and potential complications
  

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about HIV/AIDS.   After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Explain the clinical presentation of the HIV and AIDS topics discussed
• Formulate the clinical work-up and evaluation of the HIV and AIDS topics discussed
• State the current therapy of the HIV and AIDS topics discussed
• List the potential complications of the HIV and AIDS topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about hypothermia and hyperthermia. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Explain the clinical presentation of the hypothermia and hyperthermia topics discussed
• Formulate the clinical work-up and evaluation of the hypothermia and hyperthermia topics discussed
• State the current therapy of the hypothermia and hyperthermia topics discussed
• List the potential complications of the hypothermia and hyperthermia topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about infectious disease. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to - 

• Explain the clinical presentation of the infectious disease topics discussed
• Formulate the clinical work-up and evaluation of the infectious disease topics discussed
• State the current therapy of the infectious disease topics discussed
• List the potential complications of the infectious disease topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about infusion devices and equipment. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to - 

• Describe access points for peripheral and central catheters
• Implement the appropriate nursing interventions  to take if and artery is inadvertantly punctured

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about infusion devices and equipment. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to -

• State the proper point of tip location for a central venous catheter
• List the 5 types of non-venous access devices that may be placed in a patient

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about infusion devices and equipment. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to -

• Define electronic infusion devices and select the appropriate device for each infusion
• List the major potential complications of peripheral and central venous catheters

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about infusion IV pharmacologic agents.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to - 

• Discuss methods of drug infusion
• State the major risk factors in the administration of IV drugs
• Describe methods of calculating infusion rates

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about introduction to neonatal resuscitation.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to - 

• Learn how to recognize which babies will need resuscitation
• Know what equipment and personnel will be needed to resuscitate a newborn
• Learn the changes in physiology that occur when a child is born
• Know the steps to follow during resuscitation

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about methicillin resistant staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). After studying the information presented here, you will be able to -

• Gain a broader understanding of why MRSA is becoming a community health problem
• Understand methods of prevention and isolation
• Understand treatment of MRSA

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about neurological emergencies.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to - 

• Explain the clinical presentation of the neurological emergency topics discussed
• Formulate the clinical work-up and evaluation of the neurological emergency topics discussed
• State the current therapy of the neurological emergency topics discussed
• List the potential complications of the neurological emergency topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about neurological history and physical examination.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to - 

• Outline the major characteristics of the neurological history and physical examination topics discussed
• Summarize the clinical implications of the neurological history and physical examination topics discussed
• Review the overall importance of the neurological history and physical examination topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about neurological infections.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to - 

• Explain the clinical presentation of the neurological infection topics discussed
• Formulate the clinical work-up and evaluation of the neurological infection topics discussed
• State the current therapy of the neurological infection topics discussed
• List the potential complications of the neurological infection topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about neurological diseases. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Explain the clinical presentation of the neurology topics discussed
• Formulate the clinical work-up and evaluation of the neurology topics discussed
• State the current therapy of the neurology topics discussed
• List the potential complications of the neurology topics discussed

 

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about neurological history and physical examination and how to make a sound neurological assessment-


• Explain the clinical presentation of the neurology topics discussed
• Formulate the clinical work-up and evaluation of the neurology topics discussed
• State the current therapy of the neurology topics discussed
• List the potential complications of the neurology topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about neurology update and review.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to - 

• Explain the clinical presentation of the neurology topics discussed
• Formulate the clinical work-up and evaluation of the neurology topics discussed
• State the current therapy of the neurology topics discussed
• List the potential complications of the neurology topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about newborn resuscitation.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to - 

• Explain the clinical presentation of the newborn resuscitation topics discussed
• Discuss the clinical work-up and evaluation of the newborn resuscitation topics discussed
• State the current therapy of the newborn resuscitation topics discussed
• List the potential complications of the newborn resuscitation topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about NICU resuscitation devices and compressions.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to - 

• To describe the devices used to ventilate a compromised infant
• Illustrate the proper way to use these devices
• Explain the importance of ventilation and compressions
• Explain the proper way to administer chest compressions to an infant

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about nuclear terrorism review. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to -

• Describe the various types of radiological hazards and become familiar with  basic radiation principles
• Acute effects from radiation exposure
• Principles of diagnosis, treatment and management of radiation casualties

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about obstetrical trauma. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Explain the various causes of trauma in pregnancy
• Discuss the physiological changes that occur in pregnancy
• Describe the pathophysiology of traumatic obstetrical conditions
• Participate in obstetrical trauma case studies

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about obstetrics review. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Explain the clinical presentation of the obstetrics topics discussed
• Formulate the clinical work-up and evaluation of the obstetrics topics discussed
• State the current therapy of the obstetrics topics discussed
• List the potential complications of the obstetrics topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about obstetrics/gynecology. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Explain the clinical presentation of the obstetrics and gynecology topics discussed
• Formulate the clinical work-up and evaluation of the obstetrics and gynecology topics discussed
• State the current therapy of the obstetrics and gynecology topics discussed
• List the potential complications of the obstetrics and gynecology topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about obstetrics/gynecology. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Explain the clinical presentation of the obstetrics and gynecology topics discussed
• Formulate the clinical work-up and evaluation of the obstetrics and gynecology topics discussed
• State the current therapy of the obstetrics and gynecology topics discussed
• List the potential complications of the obstetrics and gynecology topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about oncology review.   After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Explain the clinical presentation of the oncology topics discussed
• Formulate the clinical work-up and evaluation of the oncology topics discussed
• State the current therapy of the oncology topics discussed
• List the potential complications of the oncology topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about opthalmology review.   After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Clinical work-up and evaluation of the ophthalmology topics discussed
• State the current therapy of the ophthalmology topics discussed
• List the potential complications of the ophthalmology topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about ortho spine.   After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Explain the clinical presentation of the orthopedic spine topics discussed
• Formulate the clinical work-up and evaluation of the orthopedic spine topics discussed
• State the current therapy of the orthopedic spine topics discussed
• List the potential complications of the orthopedic spine topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about orthopedic evaluation of fractures and dislocations  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Explain the clinical presentation of the orthopedic topics discussed
• Formulate the clinical work-up and evaluation of the orthopedic topics discussed
• State the current therapy of the orthopedic topics discussed
• List the potential complications of the orthopedic topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about orthopedic trunk and lower extremities.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Explain the clinical presentation of the orthopedic trunk and lower extremity topics discussed
• Formulate the clinical work-up and evaluation of the orthopedic trunk and lower extremity topics discussed
• State the current therapy of the orthopedic trunk and lower extremity topics discussed
• List the potential complications of the orthopedic trunk and lower extremity topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about orthopedic upper extremity.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Explain the clinical presentation of the orthopedic upper extremity topics discussed
• Formulate the clinical work-up and evaluation of the orthopedic upper extremity topics discussed
• State the current therapy of the orthopedic upper extremity topics discussed
• List the potential complications of the orthopedic upper extremity topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about orthopedic upper extremity.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Explain the clinical presentation of the orthopedic upper extremity topics discussed
• Formulate the clinical work-up and evaluation of the orthopedic upper extremity topics discussed
• State the current therapy of the orthopedic upper extremity topics discussed
• List the potential complications of the orthopedic upper extremity topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about pacemaker and automatic cardio-defibrillator function.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Describe pacemaker and implantable cardio-defibrillator function
• Understand the differences in types of pacemakers
• State the indications for pacemaker and implantable cardio-defibrillator placement

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about pain management.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Explain the clinical presentation of the pain management topics discussed
• Formulate the clinical work-up and evaluation of the pain management topics discussed
• State the current therapy of the pain management topics discussed
• List the potential complications of the pain management topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about pathophysiology and anatomy.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Understand and discuss the vascular, pulmonary, and systemic circulation systems as they apply to IV therapy
• Discuss the different types of administration sets
• Discuss the different types of access devices
• Understand and explain complications of IV therapy

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about pediatric-airway and ventilation management.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Explain the clinical presentation of the pediatric airway and ventilation topics discussed
• Formulate the clinical work-up and evaluation of the pediatric airway and ventilation topics discussed
• State the current therapy of the pediatric airway and ventilation topics discussed
• List the potential complications of the pediatric airway and ventilation topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about pediatric-airway management.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Describe pediatric evaluation of the airway
• Date interventions that can be used to correct respiratory distress

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about pediatric basic life support.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Explain the clinical presentation of the pediatric basic life support topics discussed
• Discuss the clinical work-up and evaluation of the pediatric basic life support topics discussed
• State the current therapy of pediatric basic life support topics discussed
• List the potential complications of the pediatric basic life support topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about pediatric burns.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Discuss the physiology of burns
• Develop an understanding of the psychosocial impact of burns on children
• Review epidemiological facts. surrounding burns and children
• Understand burn treatment

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about pediatric cardiac rhythm disturbances.After studying the information presented here, you will be able to -

• Explain the clinical presentation of the pediatric cardiac rhythm disturbance topics discussed
• Formulate the clinical work-up and evaluation of the pediatric cardiac rhythm disturbance topics discussed
• State the current therapy of the pediatric cardiac rhythm disturbance topics discussed
• List the potential complications of the pediatric cardiac rhythm disturbance topics discussed

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about pediatric cardiovascular conditions.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• List common cardiac anomalies in children
• Explain difference between congenital and acquired cardiovascular diseases
• Describe cardiac defects

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about pediatric cardiovascular conditions.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Describe signs of cardiac decompensation
• Know treatment for supraventricular tachycardia

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about pediatric care issues.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Review issues that lead to crisis situations
• Identify applicable modes of care for the child and family
• List various methods to facilitate coping
• Identify special considerations for the child and family when chronic illnesses are present
• Apply the nursing process to the care of the child and family in crisis, in the hospital, or following the death of a child

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about clinical burn cases in pediatrics. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Describe electric burns and their treatment
• Discuss common chemical burns and their treatment
• Understand the risks of thermal burns and their treatment

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about clinical environmental cases in pediatrics. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to -

• Describe the evaluation and treatment of heat and cold injuries
• State the interventions that should be performed in a bite or sting
• Recognize the most common environmental injuries in the United States

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about clinical gastroenterology cases in pediatrics. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to -

• Describe the common congenital defects associated with the gastrointestinal system
• Discuss the diseases that effect the gastrointestinal system
• State the nursing interventions in children with abdominal pain, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, and hemorrhage

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about clinical poisoning cases in pediatrics. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to -

• Review specific toxidromes and toxic agents
• Describe basic themes of initial assessment and support of the poisoned patient

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about clinical poisoning cases in pediatrics. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to -

• Review specific toxidromes and toxic agents
• Describe basic themes of initial assessment and support of the poisoned patient

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about clinical cases in pediatrics critical care.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Recognize and describe the treatment of common fluid and electrolyte disorders in critically ill children
• Recognize and describe the treatment of common endocrine and metabolic disorders in critically ill children
• Recognize and describe the treatment of common oncologic disorders in critically ill children

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about clinical shock cases in pediatrics. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to -

• Understand the types of shock
• Recognize the signs and symptoms of patients in shock
• State the nursing interventions used to treat shock

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about clinical trauma cases in pediatrics. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Describe the pediatric trauma survey
• Discuss the major injury patterns
• Recognize the warning signs of problems in a trauma patient

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about pediatric developement and psychological competence.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Describe psychosocial and developmental stages of pediatric patients
• List ways to deal with different developmental stages
• List assessment needs of pediatric patients related to family centered care and cultural competence

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about pediatric endocrine and metabolic conditions.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Understand common endocrine and metabolic conditions in children
• List three endocrine diseases
• List three causes of diabetes insipidus

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about pediatric endocrine and metabolic conditions.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Understand common endocrine and metabolic conditions in children
• Describe the differences in physical appearance of a child with hyperpituitarism depending on age of onset
• Describe treatment for diabetic ketoacidosis

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about pediatric eye, ear, nose, and throat(EENT) conditions.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• List causes of conjunctivitis
• Name the pediatric EENT Conditions that require hospitalization
• List common organisms that cause otitis media
• Name one complication of tonsillectomy

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about pediatric gastrointestinal conditions.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Know the electrolyte abnormalities indicative of pyloric stenosis
• List causes of gastroenteritis
• List assessment findings in a patient with appendicitis
• Describe conditions that may result in bowel obstruction

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about pediatric genetic disorders.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Understand how chromosomes can be altered and passed from parent to child
• Describe one common inborn error of metabolism
• List common physical finding in three chromosomal disorders

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about pediatric genitourinary.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Explain causes of differentiation of genitalia in utero
  
• Know the most frequent cause of neonatal UTI
  
• Describe the most common causes of glomerulonephritis
  
• Describe congenital defects of GU tract

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about pediatric head, maxillofacial, and spine trauma.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• List three differences in anatomy in pediatric patients as it relates to injuries to the head and spine
• Describe three common head and spine injuries that occur in the pediatric population
  
• Describe treatment of pediatric head, maxillofacial and spinal cord injuries
• Explain considerations for nutrition for patients with maxillofacial trauma

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about pediatric heat and cold submersion.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Understand the evaluation and treatment of heat and cold injuries
• Describe the assessment of a child with a submersion injury
• State the treatment of a child with a submersion injury

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about pediatric hematology conditions.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Identify signs of hematology conditions in children
• List the types of anemia and causes of each
• Describe treatment for sickle cell

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about pediatric hematology conditions.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Identify signs of hematology conditions in children
• List causes of thrombocytopenia
• Name tumors common in the pediatric population

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about pediatric history and physical assessment.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• List specific considerations necessary when obtaining history and physical information from pediatric patients
• Review common pediatric assessment guidelines and techniques
• Review Primary and Secondary assessments
• Define normal assessment findings
• Describe the nursing process as applied to pediatric history and physical