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Study the list of requirements for successful venipuncture. Everything you need to know about venipuncture and pharmacology for contrast media procedures. The techniques for administration, pharmacology of dose units, documentation and charting, and the response to allergic reactions when performing a venipuncture are covered. This is a good study guide.

The purpose of the Introduction to Cardiovascular Pharmacology Self-Learning Packet is to present an overview of some of the more commonly used cardiovascular drugs, broken down by classification, and to provide basic guidelines for safe administration by licensed healthcare providers.

Designed specifically for CRNAs, this review course focuses on not only enhancing your knowledge in anesthesia, but also implementing this knowledge into clinical practice and patient safety. This is the only course offering the opportunity to earn 40 continuing education credits and includes pharmacology credits needed by many for renewal of the RN license. Much of our reputation stands on our outstanding faculty. This year, we are excited to announce several esteemed anesthesiologists ...

Statement of Need The end stage of life is often characterized with pain and suffering. As the most experienced and feared symptom at the end of life, pain is often undertreated, even though it can be controlled in the vast majority of cases. Healthcare professionals should have a better understanding of the objectives of palliative care and options available for patients and caregivers when treating patients at the end of life. Intended Audience This monograph will be designed for all...

Diabetes is a serious and growing problem in the United States. Behavior change, diet, and exercise are first in the line of treatment for this chronic disease. However, diabetes is a progressive disease, and these techniques will only work for a small portion of patients. Oral medications will eventually be necessarily incorporated into treatment plans in order to preserve control of the disease at an optimal level, and injectable medications are started in the second tier of therapy when glu...

This program will review the:diagnosis and classification of diabetes mellitusglycemic goals of diabetes treatment and their basisconcepts and pharmacology of the incretin systemindividual incretin mimetics and enhancersnew aspects of type 2 diabetes therapy

This packet was designed for licensed healthcare professionals who care for patients with heart failure. While comprehensive this packet is intended to be an overview. Prerequisites for this package include a working knowledge of basic cardiovascular anatomy and physiology, hemodynamics and cardiovascular pharmacology.

This packet was designed for nursing personnel who care for patients with pulmonary artery catheters in the critical care units. Prerequisites for this packet are a working knowledge of basic cardiovascular anatomy and physiology, cardiovascular pharmacology, and basic ECG interpretation skills.

Buprenorphine DATA 2000 Training Program: What Will I Learn? - How to determine if buprenorphine is appropriate for a patient - Pharmacology and related issues - How to conduct induction in the office setting - Dosing and maintenance - How to avoid diversion and misuse; how to recognize red flags - Office policy, legal issues, buprenorphine management

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Scheduled for April 13, April 25, October 16, and November 2, 2012, at the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Dentistry, 801 S. Paulina St., Chicago, IL, this course for monitoring and administration of nitrous oxide by allied dental personnel will be designed to meet the certification requirements of the State of Illinois for expanded functions. This course will include both didactic and clinical components in the monitoring and administration of nitrous oxide and advanced airway ma...

Scheduled for the Saturdays of April 21, September 22, and November 10, 2012, at the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Dentistry, 801 S. Paulina St., Chicago, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., this course will provide dental assistants with the proper educational requirements as stated in Illinois law for application of pit and fissure sealants and coronal polishing, which includes didactic study in anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and dental emergencies, followed by a written exam. This c...

At the completion of this activity, the participant will be able to: - List appropriate references for dietary supplement information - Describe pharmacology of popular supplements for diabetes - List side effects and drug interactions - Discuss studies evaluating use of these supplements

Description According to the American Academy of Family Physicians, about 12 million people in the United States have COPD. COPD can cause a variety of symptoms, including: chronic or persistent cough, Increased mucus, shortness of breath especially during physical activity, wheezing, and a tight feeling in the chest. Objectives Upon completion of this educational activity, the participant will be able to: 1.) Review the stepwise approach to COPD management based on stage. 2.) Review pha...

Advanced practice clinicians now have the ability to apply for prescriptive authority in all states*. With the advent of health reform and the spotlight on primary care, APCs will play a significant role in handling the increased number of patients accessing the health care system. It is essential to be up-to-date on the latest pharmaceuticals available for a variety of acute and chronic conditions, including therapeutic effects, monitoring patient response, and managing side effects. Achievin...

Unlike vasomotor symptoms of menopause, which generally ebb over time, the vulvovaginal dryness, irritation, itching, and dyspareunia associated with loss of ovarian function tend to progress in the absence of therapy. The resulting vaginal changes can diminish women’s well-being and health-related quality of life. The monograph is intended to help NPs discuss sensitive issues surrounding vaginal changes of menopause with their patients, accurately diagnose the condition, and manage the care...

Overview Advanced practice clinicians now have the ability to apply for prescriptive authority in all states*. With the advent of health reform and the spotlight on primary care, APCs will play a significant role in handling the increased number of patients accessing the health care system. It is essential to be up-to-date on the latest pharmaceuticals available for a variety of acute and chronic conditions, including therapeutic effects, monitoring patient response, and managing side effects...

There are a myriad of analgesic products sold over-the-counter in drug stores and supermarkets as nonprescription pain relievers. People experiencing dental pain are likely to self-medicate with these nonprescription pain relievers before seeing the dentist. In order for a drug product to achieve nonprescription status, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) requires it to be safe and effective. The nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) that were originally approved only as prescr...

FRIDAY MAY 18, 2012 HERBAL PRODUCTS & ALTERNATIVE THERAPIES ACPE # 043-9999-11-030-L01-P Scott Long, R.Ph, Ph. D Southwestern Oklahoma State University Objectives: 1. Review scientific and clinical data to assess the potential benefit and/or harm that alternative therapies present. 2. Assess the benefits and risks to a patient's health in recommending alternative therapies. 3. Demonstrate knowledge of the most commonly used herbal products. ____________________________________...

In a global perspective, the effect of TB on the health and economy of the world is staggering. It has been estimated that 2 billion people worldwide have active TB. This represents one-third of the world's population. In 2008, 9.4 million people around the world became sick with tuberculosis, and 1.8 million died of TB-related illnesses. The return of TB, teamed with the spread of HIV/AIDS and the prevalence of MDR-TB, has created a serious, and potentially deadly, healthcare problem. All hea...

This four-day course, scheduled for April 11, 12, 18, and 19, as well as September 19, 20, 26, and 27, 2012, from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Dentistry, 801 S. Paulina St., will satisfy the State of Illinois expanded function training requirements to allow registered dental hygienists to administer local anesthesia under the general supervision of a licensed dentist. Course content provides a review of necessary knowledge on the uses and potential c...

Session 1: Evidence-Based Medication Therapy Management: Optimizing Pharmacotherapy Outcomes for our Patients - Part 1 Session 2: Evidence-based Medication Therapy Management: Optimizing Pharmacotherapy Outcomes for Our Patients - Part 2 Session 3: Identifying and Managing Drug-Drug and Drug-Disease Interactions

Postoperative inflammation can lead to serious adverse outcomes. A thorough understanding of the pathophysiology of inflammation is essential in order to develop effective therapeutic strategies that will prevent the long-term ocular sequelae. Clinicians should be aware of the overall efficacy and safety of available topical anti-inflammatory agents as well as differences in drug potency and drug delivery mechanisms. A panel of expert eye surgeons discusses loteprednol etabonate ointment, a re...

The following topics will be presented: Natural History of Alcoholism Alcohol Neurobiology Cannabis Pharmacology Adolescents Pregnancy Motivational Interviewing / Stages of Change Benzodiazepines Opioids: receptors and physiology Medical Co-Morbidities Pain and Safe Prescribing Opioids: Maintenance therapy with methadone and buprenorphine Nicotine 12-Step Programs Evidence-based Addiction Treatment Drug Testing Stimulants Co-morbid Addiction and Psychiatric Disorders Eth...

Conference Objectives Discuss clinical management of a variety of complex conditions in women's health including abnormal bleeding, genital herpes, recurrent vaginitis, PCOS, vulvar disease, GYN pain syndromes and others. Examine the role of bioidentical hormones as an option for menopause symptom management. Through case-based discussion, strategize safe and effective contraceptive choices for women with chronic medical conditions. Utilize current screening guidelines for a vari...

Overview New and complex therapeutic interventions bring potential benefits, as well as new, often unanticipated, complications. As we offer our most vulnerable patients the best, most contemporary care possible, we need to keep in mind that many pharmacologic therapies have not been thoroughly examined in newborns and the risk-benefit ratios are not well established. For example, when influenza outbreaks occur, what new treatments should we consider to protect the susceptible newborn? Tre...

In the current environment of health promotion and disease prevention, primary care is in the spotlight. The rational use of diagnostic tests and new medications, reduction of cardiovascular risk factors, issues in women's health and pediatric care, behavioral approaches for a healthier outcome, and management of chronic disease, all combine as mandates as we move forward in the 21st century. We all know the aging population will put incredible demands on the current health care system. What c...

GOAL To educate psychiatric nurse practitioners, psychiatrists, and pharmacists about the need to identify and apply evidence-based management strategies to improve outcomes for patients with schizophrenia. INTENDED AUDIENCE The intended audiences for this activity are psychiatric nurse practitioners, psychiatrists, and pharmacists who care for patients in the US Veterans Affairs healthcare system. No prerequisites required. LEARNING OBJECTIVE At the conclusion of this activity, parti...

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION/IDENTIFICATION OF NEED Anatomy and physiology form the foundation for physician practice, the understanding of disease pathology and pharmacology and are relevant to daily clinical care. In surveys1 among 38 different medical specialty professionals, gross human anatomy was considered the most relevant basic discipline for surgical specialists, while pharmacology and physiology were most relevant for medical specialists. Anatomy was considered basic for physical examina...