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

• Describe some of the most frequently encountered infectious complications occurring in solid organ transplant patients
• Understand the risk of complication associated with which type of organ is transplanted
• List the pathogens associated with the development of infection
• Explain the timing of when infectious processes most likely occur following transplant

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

• Develop an understanding of the multi-faceted ethical dilemmas of organ transplantation
• Explain the types of documentation necessary pre-transplant through follow up care
• State the definition of brain death and how it is medically documented
• Describe the functions of the levels of professional organizations involved with transplant care

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about transplant-evaluation needs of organ donors and recipients.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Explain the importance of the psychosocial evaluation of patients prior to transplant
• Describe the types of test involved with organ recipients prior to be listed on the transplant waiting list
• List physical testing necessary for a person to be a live organ donor
• Explain post-operative care necessary for a living organ donor

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

• Identify signs and symptoms of heart dysfunction following transplant
• State current pharmacologic interventions for heart transplant recipients
• Explain reasons why individuals will be candidates to receive heart transplants
• Discuss long term interventions following transplantation

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

• Explain the importance of the immune system and its large role in organ transplantation
• List immune complications that can lead to allograft rejection
• Express an understanding of histocompatibility antigens and their importance in the transplant setting
• Describe how immunosuppressant medications target activity on different components of the immune response system

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

• Explain the disease processes leading to organ transplant of a kidney or pancreas
• List signs and symptoms patients may experience when developing organ rejection
  
• Describe nursing assessments for early detection of complications occurring post-operatively
• Explain ongoing medications and medical management long term following organ transplantation

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

• Explain the disease processes that may lead to presenting for liver or intestinal transplant
• List signs and symptoms patients may experience when developing organ rejection
• Describe nursing assessments for early detection of complications occurring post-operatively
• Explain ongoing medications and medical management following organ transplantation

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

• Describe some of the most frequently encountered noninfectious complications occurring in solid organ transplant patients
• Understand the risk of complications associated with which type of organ is transplanted
  
• List the complications associated with the use of immunosuppressant medications

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about transplant-noninfectious post-patient education.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Explain important areas of patient education during the evaluation, pre and post-transplant phases
• Discuss different techniques that can be used to educate a diverse population of patients
• List topics of education to be reviewed with the patient’s primary caregiver following transplant
• Explain reasons patients must understand their post-operative immunosuppressive medication requirements

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

• Explain which types of medications are used in the transplant setting and why they are necessary
• Understand side effects of medications used in solid organ transplant patients
• Develop awareness of potential drug-drug interactions and how to monitor medication levels appropriately

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

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