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

• Identify surgical procedures commonly performed on the eye, ear, nose, throat, head and neck
• Discuss postanesthesia care of the EENT surgical patient
• Understand possible complications that can occur in the postoperative EENT patient and describe nursing interventions required when these complications occur
• Discuss the nursing care priorities following oral, maxillofacial, or dental surgery
• Describe assessment parameters for patients undergoing oral and maxillofacial procedures
• Describe patient education required following these procedures

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 ENT esophageal disorders.  After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Describe the signs, symptoms, diagnosis  and treatment of esophageal disorders and upper GI diverticula.
• Describe tracheoesophageal/bronchoesophageal fistulas.
• Describe examples of other esophageal disorders and their associated diagnose and treatment.
• State the pathology, diagnosis and treatment associated with esophageal varices, dysphagia, esophageal webs, and esophageal rings.
• Describe the diagnosis and treatment esophagitis.
• Relate the basic signs, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of other  causes of esophagitis.

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about ENT facial and skull fractures and surgical procedures.  After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Describe the anatomy of facial and skull fractures.
• Describe how a patient with facial and/or skull fractures are diagnosed.
• Discuss why a patient would have an otoplasty, rhinoplasty, T&A, or parotid gland surgery.
• Describe what should be done for the patient prior to and after an otoplasty, rhinoplasty, T&A, or parotid gland surgery.
• Review the risks and complications associated with an otoplasty, rhinoplasty, T&A, or parotid gland surgery.

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about ENT facial, oropharyngeal, nasopharyngeal anatomy and pathological disorders.  After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Describe common causes, diagnosis and treatments associated with nasal epistaxis.
• State examples of pertinent points concerning sinonasal masses.
• Describe the most common causes of facial infections.
• Describe how facial infections are diagnosed and treated.
• Describe the basic anatomy of the oral cavity, pharynx, and nasopharynx
• State the most common types of benign and malignant tumors associated with the lips, oral cavity and nasopharynx.

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

• Describe the anatomy and function of the cranial nerves, thyroid gland and parathyroid glands.
• State the metabolic function of the thyroid hormones.
• Discuss the pathological abnormalities affecting the thyroid gland.
• Explain thyroglossal duct cysts.
• Outline the function of the parathyroid gland and briefly describe parathyroid pathological abnormalities.
• Describe the various pathological abnormalities affecting the cervical lymph glands.

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

• Describe the basic pathology, diagnosis and treatment associated with odontogenic tumors and nasopharyngeal cancers.
• Describe what should be done for patients with sleep apnea.
• Describe the anatomy of the oropharynx and the most common congenital deformities of the oropharynx.   
• Describe the pathology, diagnosis and treatment of mastoiditis.
• Relate the pathology, diagnosis and treatment of sinusitis.
• Relate the pertinent facts concerning oral and nasopharyngeal foreign bodies and trauma including diagnosis, treatment and patient care requirements.
• Describe the basic anatomy of the hypopharynx and esophagus.
• Develop an understanding esophageal motility and dysmotility and the mechanics of swallowing.

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about ENT otic, nasal, and facial nerve disorders.  After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Describe the signs, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment associated with inner and external ear disorders.
• Describe benign exostosis and osteomas of the external auditory canal.
• Describe the most common cause, diagnosis and treatment of facial paralysis.
• Relate the normal anatomy of the nose and paranasal sinuses.
• Describe the signs, symptoms and treatments for allergic and nonallergic rhinitis.

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

• Describe the basic ENT anatomy.
• Become familiar with common ENT conditions.
• Relate assessment techniques of ENT problems and the general methods of diagnosis.
• Develop a basic knowledge of ENT surgery, considerations and patient care requirements.
• Describe basic Otologic/Neurotologic conditions, diagnosis and treatments.

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 ENT salivary gland disorders and otic related procedures.  After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Briefly describe who is more likely to have sialolithiasis and describe how sialolithiasis is treated.
• Discuss the important points related to the signs, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of ptyalism.
• Describe Kimura disease.
• Discuss why a stapedectomy, tympanocentesis or myringotomy is done.
• What are the indications, complications, and risks associated with mastoidectomies.
• Review the important points associated with cochlear implants.
• Briefly describe middle ear implant systems used in auditory augmentation.

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

• Describe the signs, symptoms, pathology and treatment associated with gastroesophageal reflux disease.
•  What are the signs, symptoms, diagnostic modalities and treatments associated with esophageal disorders, laryngeal disorders, vocal chord lesions, epiglottitis, croup, and tracheitis.
• Describe the anatomy and pathology associated with the larynx, trachea, and neck.

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  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  headache and pain. After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Explain the clinical presentation of the headache and pain topics discussed
• Formulate the clinical work-up and evaluation of the headache and pain topics discussed
• State the current therapy of the headache and pain topics discussed
• List the potential complications of the headache and pain 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 operative nursing.   After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Outline the basic principles of operative nursing
• Describe the clinical significance and importance of operative nursing
• Describe the pertinent therapeutic protocols for operative nursing and outline associative topics pertinent to operative nursing

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 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 plastic surgery-craniofacial anomalies and facial trauma. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to - 

• Describe genetic conditions that need corrective surgery for other than aesthetic reasons
• List and explain the types of facial clefts
• Describe certain syndromes that some persons would elect plastic surgery to help remedy the effects of the anomaly
• Describe the surgical procedures to correct facial trauma

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about plastic surgery-aesthetic surgical procedures of the head and neck.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to - 

• Describe anomalies of the head and neck usually requiring surgery
• Describe the procedure involved in a facelift
• Present the signs and symptoms of common complications for head and neck surgeries

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

• Describe the anatomy of the skull
• Explain the innervation of the face
• Describe the musculature of the head and neck

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

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

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

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

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

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