Myasthenia Gravis and the Complement System

This 45-minute CME-accredited program, hosted by James F Howard Jr, MD, Professor of Neurology, Medicine & Allied Health at The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, highlights the connection between the complement system and myasthenia gravis in regards to the pathophysiology and treatment of this rare disease. After participating in the activity, learners should be better able to: - Review the pathophysiology of MG. - Describe the role of the complement system in MG. - Descr...
CheckRare

Exploring Novel Treatments for Rett Syndrome

STATEMENT OF NEED Rett syndrome is a rare, debilitating neurodevelopmental disorder almost always associated with a spontaneous mutation in the methyl-CpG-binding protein 2 (MECP2) gene on the X-chromosome. Affected individuals experience loss of purposeful hand skills, abnormalities in gait, loss of spoken language, and stereotypic hand movements, with more severe manifestations including seizures, autistic features, autonomic nervous system dysfunction, breathing abnormalities, sleep dist...
i3 Health

Maternal Newborn Nursing Exam Review - Minneapolis

Presented in lecture format, this course reviews topics for the Maternal Newborn Nursing Exam by the National Certification Corporation (NCC). Elements of the examination are discussed, followed by a review of the content. The major components include pregnancy and birth risk factors, along with complications. It includes maternal and newborn assessment, management and education, along with complications during the postpartum and neonatal periods. PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES This program pr...
MED-ED

Introduction to Adult Echocardiography

Introduction to Adult Echocardiography Live Training & CME Course is a five (5) day comprehensive echocardiography course in St. Petersburg, FL that is taught by leading echocardiography experts and is designed to provide a strong foundation to perform and/or interpret adult cardiac ultrasound examinations. All topics of discussion are based on ASE, ACEP, and WINFOCUS ultrasound practice guidelines. The structure of the course is a combination of live lectures, scanning demonstrations, ...
Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute

Cleveland Clinic Intensive Review of Gastroenterology and Hepatology (Online Streaming & USB Formats)

Cleveland Clinic’s Intensive Review of Gastroenterology and Hepatology provides a fast-paced, high-yield, intensive analysis of gastrointestinal conditions commonly seen in practice, as well as rare but “classic” clinical vignettes that are tested during board type exams. Current guidelines and recent advances in all aspects of gastroenterology and hepatology will be discussed. This intensive review will benefit all practitioners intending to pass the Boards, as well as those looking t...
Meetings By Mail®

Best Practices in Multiple Myeloma Care: Opportunities to Improve Outcomes in Community Settings

As nurses and APPs are well positioned to educate, support, and coordinate care for patients with multiple myeloma, having insight into the evolving trajectory of the disease will enhance their ability to provide quality patient care and identify and eliminate barriers. Addressing barriers to care remains key in ensuring access to novel therapies and improving quality of life. Having an understanding of the advances and increasing complexity of care of the patient with multiple myeloma will pr...
American Academy of CME

Can You Compete in Early Cancer Detection

This activity is an informative and engaging presentation about blood-based multi-cancer early detection MCED screening in the primary care setting. Drs. Massart, Vega, and Whittington will provide key data related to current gaps in cancer surveillance, the science and data behind MCEDs, and information on how to implement MCED screening into practice.
Integritas Communications

Improving Diagnosis and Management of Chronic Idiopathic Constipation Across Diverse Patient Populations

Can you differentiate between chronic idiopathic constipation (CIC) and other conditions characterized by constipation to ensure your patients receive timely and appropriate interventions? Access these educational resources and tools to help you enhance diagnostic processes, management strategies, and multidisciplinary care. Then share this invaluable educational content with your team by using the downloadable discussion guides and slide decks to initiate meaningful conversations. Do you have...
The University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine

Individualized Strategies for Relapsed/Refractory Multiple Myeloma: Navigating Complexity with BCMA-Targeted and Novel Bispecific Antibodies

The expanding armamentarium of therapies for R/R MM shifts therapy selection from an algorithmic approach to an individualized strategy that requires consideration of the nature of relapse, prior therapies, treatment-related toxicities, as well as patient comorbidities and preferences. With the introduction of novel bispecific antibodies, specialists must learn how to optimally sequence these therapies and manage adverse events. To help clinicians navigate this complexity, individualized educa...
ACHL

Understanding Cholesterol Guidelines and Implementing Non-statins in High-Risk Populations: Paired Conversations and Case Vignettes

An interprofessional faculty of primary care and specialty clinicians discuss real-world issues in managing patients with complex and challenging dyslipidemia, including elevated lipoprotein a (Lp(a)). Several paired conversations serve as the foundation for discussions related to recent cholesterol guidelines, patient risk stratification, and recommended goals for patients at risk of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. Two case vignettes provide the basis for robust discussion among the f...
Annenberg Center for Health Sciences at Eisenhower

Improving Selection and Utilization of Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGM) for People with Diabetes

Self-monitoring of blood glucose (BG) levels is critical to daily self-management for people with diabetes. Studies have shown that intensive insulin regimens and BG control corresponded with better glycemic control have resulted in a significant decrease in the microvascular complications of diabetes. Because CGM is still an evolving technology, both clinicians and patients would benefit from engaging, interactive, and evidence-based education to improve the utilization of these tools. 
Dannemiller

PainFile

- 20 Abstracted articles per month - An extensive review of pain management literature - Articles pulled from peer-reviewed medical journals - Up-to-date and clinically relevant - Online and mobile-friendly - 40 CME credits per subscription
Dannemiller

Updates on Pain Review: Conversations with the Experts - Neuromodulation

Learning Objectives: Describe techniques of performing spinal cord stimulation trial and implantation procedures. Describe indications, contraindications, and mechanism of actional of spinal cord stimulation. When preparing to take the pain board examination, both for initial certification and for recertification, there is a dearth of comprehensive educational programming. The Updates on Pain Review: Conversations with the Experts curriculum has been designed to provide the latest adj...
Dannemiller

Updates on Pain Review: Conversations with the Experts - Introduction to Regenerative Medicine, Osteoarthritis & Cartilage Health Regenerative Medical Therapies

Learning Objectives: Describe the role of subchondral bone marrow in cartilage health. Describe the catabolic role of local anesthetics. Explain the role of chondrocytes in cartilage health. Describe the catabolic role of corticosteroids. Describe the role of regenerative medicine for orthopedic conditions. When preparing to take the pain board examination, both for initial certification and for recertification, there is a dearth of comprehensive educational programming. The Updates ...
Dannemiller

Updates on Pain Review: Conversations with the Experts - "Psychogenic" Pain

Learning Objectives: Define DSM IV/V diagnoses. Discuss recording the impact of various factors of pain perception. Describe psychogenic pain. When preparing to take the pain board examination, both for initial certification and for recertification, there is a dearth of comprehensive educational programming. The Updates on Pain Review: Conversations with the Experts curriculum has been designed to provide the latest adjustments to pain management practices and improve the practitioner...
Dannemiller

Updates on Pain Review: Conversations with the Experts - Psychological Assessment of Pain

Learning Objectives: List the most common assessment tools and procedures. Define the relationship pain mechanism and assessment of pain. Define and highlight concerns with treating different patient populations. When preparing to take the pain board examination, both for initial certification and for recertification, there is a dearth of comprehensive educational programming. The Updates on Pain Review: Conversations with the Experts curriculum has been designed to provide the latest ...
Dannemiller

Updates on Pain Review: Conversations with the Experts - Function, Impairment, Disability, & Handicap

Learning Objectives: Define impairment according to varied sources and discuss related measurement scales. Define function and functionality and discuss related measurement scales. Define disability (activity limitation) according to varied sources and discuss related measurement scales. Briefly discuss physical medicine treatment options related to activity limitations and participation restrictions. Define handicap (participation restriction) according to varied sources. When prepa...
Dannemiller

Updates on Pain Review: Conversations with the Experts - Trigger Points & Peripheral Joint Injections

Learning Objectives: Define the terms tender point and trigger point and identify the treatment solutions for both. Describe the indications for, contraindications of, and appropriate exercise regimens for peripheral injections in the vicinity of the shoulder, elbow, wrist/hand, hip, knee, ankle/foot. When preparing to take the pain board examination, both for initial certification and for recertification, there is a dearth of comprehensive educational programming. The Updates on Pain R...
Dannemiller

Updates on Pain Review: Conversations with the Experts - Rehabilitation Medicine Approach to Chronic Pain Management

Learning Objectives: Describe the role of the following modalities in the treatment of chronic pain: heat, cold, electricity, manual (osteopathic) manipulation and mobilization, massage, traction, splinting/orthotic devices, and exercise. When preparing to take the pain board examination, both for initial certification and for recertification, there is a dearth of comprehensive educational programming. The Updates on Pain Review: Conversations with the Experts curriculum has been designe...
Dannemiller

Updates on Pain Review: Conversations with the Experts - Opioids, REMS, Prescription Writing

Learning Objectives: Appreciate how the basis of the REMS program has changed with the changing opioid epidemic. Present a framework for best practices regarding opioid management in pain patients and introduce basic science and clinical research in opioid therapy. Review the history of the REMS program. Consider the scope of the opioid epidemic past and present. When preparing to take the pain board examination, both for initial certification and for recertification, there is a deart...
Dannemiller

Updates on Pain Review: Conversations with the Experts - Steroids, Anti-Depressants, and Anti-Convulsants

Learning Objectives: Review contraindications to therapy. Present a framework for best choices based on goals and patient physiology. Review the pharmacology and physiology of antidepressants. Review the pharmacology and physiology of steroid medication. Review the pharmacology and physiology of anticonvulsants. When preparing to take the pain board examination, both for initial certification and for recertification, there is a dearth of comprehensive educational programming. The Upd...
Dannemiller

Updates on Pain Review: Conversations with the Experts - Complementary and Alternative Medicine

Learning Objectives: Review and present a construct for nutraceutical medications. Provide a framework for further exploration for the consultant pain provider for CAM. Discuss and review different platforms of CAM. When preparing to take the pain board examination, both for initial certification and for recertification, there is a dearth of comprehensive educational programming. The Updates on Pain Review: Conversations with the Experts curriculum has been designed to provide the late...
Dannemiller

Updates on Pain Review: Conversations with the Experts - Hospice and Pain Management in War and Underserved Areas

Learning Objectives: To review pain management in the palliative care population. To review effective pain strategies in underserved areas including areas of conflict. When preparing to take the pain board examination, both for initial certification and for recertification, there is a dearth of comprehensive educational programming. The Updates on Pain Review: Conversations with the Experts curriculum has been designed to provide the latest adjustments to pain management practices and i...
Dannemiller

Updates on Pain Review: Conversations with the Experts - Pediatric Pain Management

Learning Objectives: To review the diagnosis of painful conditions and pediatric patients. Review and present a paradigm for interventional procedures in pediatric patients. To form a basis for rationale pharmacologic approaches in pediatric patients. When preparing to take the pain board examination, both for initial certification and for recertification, there is a dearth of comprehensive educational programming. The Updates on Pain Review: Conversations with the Experts curriculum h...
Dannemiller

Updates on Pain Review: Conversations with the Experts - Geriatric Pain Management

Learning Objectives: Review disease processes and interventions of geriatric pain patients. Review the assessment of geriatric pain patients. Review the physiological changes in geriatric patients. When preparing to take the pain board examination, both for initial certification and for recertification, there is a dearth of comprehensive educational programming. The Updates on Pain Review: Conversations with the Experts curriculum has been designed to provide the latest adjustments to ...
Dannemiller

CCRN® Exam Review (Adult) (eLearning)

This two-day course provides the critical care nurse with a review of AACN’s 2020 core curriculum. The agenda combines central knowledge-based lectures for nurses working in the ICU with an essential review of nursing care and interventions according to the AACN exam blueprint for the critical care provider. This review is not an introduction to the ICU, but a comprehensive update for the professional at the bedside and preparing for the certification examination. Program Learning Outcom...
MED-ED

Neonatal Intensive Care Exam Review (eLearning)

This course is designed for the neonatal intensive care nurse preparing to take the certification exam. The course begins with a review of the test plan, practice requirements and test-taking strategies as well as how to avoid common mistakes and pitfalls made during study preparation and answering test questions. The remainder of the course will focus on core components of the test plan that are essential for caring for the high-risk newborn along with opportunities for the learner to practic...
MED-ED

CNRN® Q & A

Designed with You in Mind Reinforce your CNRN Exam test preparation with 200 multiple-choice questions based on the actual exam and complete rationale for each answer. Practice taking an exam and apply test-taking strategies to quickly determine which areas require further study. The answers, rationale and testable nursing actions, organized by system, follow the current CNRN Exam Blueprint. Table of Contents 1. Introduction 2. What is CNRN? 3. Benefits of Certification 4. Eligibil...
MED-ED

Medical Surgical Q & A

Designed with You in Mind Reinforce your Medical-Surgical Nursing Exam test preparation with 200 multiple-choice questions based on the actual exam and complete rationale for each answer. Practice taking an exam and apply test-taking strategies to quickly determine which areas require further study. The answers and rationale, organized by system, follow ANCC and MSNCB exam blueprint. Table of Contents 1. Introduction 2. What is Medical-Surgical Nursing? 3. Benefits of Certification ...
MED-ED

PCCN® Q & A

Designed with You in Mind Reinforce your PCCN Exam test preparation with 200 multiple-choice questions based on the actual exam and complete rationale for each answer. Practice taking an exam and apply test-taking strategies to quickly determine which areas require further study. The answers, rationale and testable nursing actions, organized by system, follow the current 2013 PCCN Exam Blueprint. Table of Contents 1. Introduction 2. What is PCCN? 3. Benefits of Certification 4. Eli...
MED-ED

CCRN® Exam Review (Pediatric) (DVD-ROM)

Critical care nurses are seeing patients with more severe and complex healthcare needs, which requires nurses to be more proficient and clinically competent. Nursing certification is considered the standard by which regulatory agencies and the public recognize quality nursing care. The purpose of this review is to assist the participant in preparing for the Pediatric CCRN Exam. This course preparation will use a systems approach to review the essential aspects of nursing care in the Pediatr...
MED-ED

CCRN® Exam Review (Pediatric) (eLearning)

Critical care nurses are seeing patients with more severe and complex healthcare needs, which requires nurses to be more proficient and clinically competent. Nursing certification is considered the standard by which regulatory agencies and the public recognize quality nursing care. The purpose of this review is to assist the participant in preparing for the Pediatric CCRN Exam. This course preparation will use a systems approach to review the essential aspects of nursing care in the Pediatr...
MED-ED

Conquering Lab Interpretation (eLearning)

No matter what your area of expertise, no field in medicine spends enough time training you for lab interpretation. Join us as we conquer the interpretation of lab findings to help you gain the clues you need to provide better care to your patients. What we understand, we can then use to set up the plan of the day, to progress the patient towards good outcomes and to predict the next step in the treatment goal. Data collection and understanding are important steps in the development of critica...
MED-ED

Conquering Lab Interpretation (DVD-ROM)

No matter what your area of expertise, no field in medicine spends enough time training you for lab interpretation. Join us as we conquer the interpretation of lab findings to help you gain the clues you need to provide better care to your patients. What we understand, we can then use to set up the plan of the day, to progress the patient towards good outcomes and to predict the next step in the treatment goal. Data collection and understanding are important steps in the development of critica...
MED-ED

Everything Cardiac (DVD-ROM)

This program provides a clinically applicable review of cardiovascular physiology and pathophysiology, cardiac assessment, cardiovascular pharmacology and interventions based on current guidelines for the most common cardiac disorders seen in clinical practice. Content includes a review of cardiac physiology that can be applied in daily practice, the physiological basis for cardiovascular drug therapy and the pathophysiology, diagnosis and guideline-based treatment strategies for heart failure...
MED-ED

Electronic Fetal Monitoring Exam Review (DVD-ROM)

This course will review the test content outline and associated competencies to prepare for the National Certification Corporation (NCC) subspecialty examination in electronic fetal monitoring (EFM). Content will include fetal heart monitoring (FHM) pattern recognition and interpretation using definitions of the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD); review of the physiology of maternal-fetal oxygenation and other factors impacting on the neuro...
MED-ED

Electronic Fetal Monitoring Exam Review (eLearning)

This course will review the test content outline and associated competencies to prepare for the National Certification Corporation (NCC) subspecialty examination in electronic fetal monitoring (EFM). Content will include fetal heart monitoring (FHM) pattern recognition and interpretation using definitions of the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD); review of the physiology of maternal-fetal oxygenation and other factors impacting on the neuro...
MED-ED

Inpatient Obstetric Nursing Exam Review (DVD-ROM)

Presented in lecture format, this course reviews topics for the National Certification Corporation (NCC) Inpatient Obstetric Nursing Exam. Elements of the exam will be discussed, followed by a review of the content. The major components include disease processes during pregnancy, fetal evaluation, application of fetal monitoring for the laboring client and postpartum and neonatal assessments. Practice questions will enable the participant to increase confidence and experience with test content...
MED-ED

Inpatient Obstetric Nursing Exam Review (eLearning)

Presented in lecture format, this course reviews topics for the National Certification Corporation (NCC) Inpatient Obstetric Nursing Exam. Elements of the exam will be discussed, followed by a review of the content. The major components include disease processes during pregnancy, fetal evaluation, application of fetal monitoring for the laboring client and postpartum and neonatal assessments. Practice questions will enable the participant to increase confidence and experience with test content...
MED-ED

Pain Management Nursing Exam Review (eLearning)

This course will prepare the nurse experienced in pain management to successfully complete the exam. The course provides information for the pain management nurse, covering each of the topics on the test plan along with information on the pathophysiology of pain transmission, pain terminology and assessment of pain interventions, including the ethical issues in pain management. Program Learning Outcomes This program prepares the learner to: 1. Develop an understanding of the normal pain...
MED-ED

Neonatal Intensive Care Exam Review (DVD-ROM)

This course is designed for the neonatal intensive care nurse preparing to take the certification exam. The course begins with a review of the test plan, practice requirements and test-taking strategies as well as how to avoid common mistakes and pitfalls made during study preparation and answering test questions. The remainder of the course will focus on core components of the test plan that are essential for caring for the high-risk newborn along with opportunities for the learner to practic...
MED-ED

Rapid Response: Avoiding Failure to Rescue (DVD-ROM)

This comprehensive day course will provide the bedside nurse and members of the Rapid Response Team (RRT) with the tools necessary to recognize clinical deterioration and avert failure to rescue. The course will begin with an overview of the Rapid Response System (RRS) and the subsequent development of an RRT. This is followed by an overview of the roles for the bedside caregiver and members of the RRT. Detailed scenarios will be presented that will challenge the attendee to critically think t...
MED-ED

Rapid Response: Avoiding Failure to Rescue (eLearning)

This comprehensive day course will provide the bedside nurse and members of the Rapid Response Team (RRT) with the tools necessary to recognize clinical deterioration and avert failure to rescue. The course will begin with an overview of the Rapid Response System (RRS) and the subsequent development of an RRT. This is followed by an overview of the roles for the bedside caregiver and members of the RRT. Detailed scenarios will be presented that will challenge the attendee to critically think t...
MED-ED

TCRN Exam Review (DVD-ROM)

This trauma certification review course is designed and developed to prepare nurses specializing in trauma care to take the TCRN Examination. This review course provides topics featured on the examination such as neurotrauma, chest, abdominal, extremity and wound, injury prevention and professional issues in trauma nursing. It also provides hints throughout the course on test-taking skills. Program Learning Outcomes This program prepares the learner to: 1. State the assessment, manageme...
MED-ED

TCRN Exam Review (eLearning)

This trauma certification review course is designed and developed to prepare nurses specializing in trauma care to take the TCRN Examination. This review course provides topics featured on the examination such as neurotrauma, chest, abdominal, extremity and wound, injury prevention and professional issues in trauma nursing. It also provides hints throughout the course on test-taking skills. Program Learning Outcomes This program prepares the learner to: 1. State the assessment, manageme...
MED-ED

Responding to Golden Hour Emergencies: An Interactive, Case Scenario Approach (DVD-ROM)

This course is designed for healthcare professionals who are caring for adult hospitalized patients with a time-sensitive emergency. Through the use of case scenarios, the focus is on the rapid assessment, triage and treatment of the three most time sensitive emergencies in hospitalized adults: acute coronary syndrome, stroke and sepsis. The program will address the process of moving the patient quickly through assessment, diagnosis and evidence-based treatment protocols, along with discussion...
MED-ED

Responding to Golden Hour Emergencies: An Interactive, Case Scenario Approach (eLearning)

This course is designed for healthcare professionals who are caring for adult hospitalized patients with a time-sensitive emergency. Through the use of case scenarios, the focus is on the rapid assessment, triage and treatment of the three most time sensitive emergencies in hospitalized adults: acute coronary syndrome, stroke and sepsis. The program will address the process of moving the patient quickly through assessment, diagnosis and evidence-based treatment protocols, along with discussion...
MED-ED

CPN® Exam Review (DVD-ROM)

This course is for nurses who care for pediatric patients. This course serves as a review for the Certified Pediatric Nurse (CPN®)* Exam. The CPN Exam is for the nurse who has pediatric practice experience and who demonstrates knowledge and abilities related to pediatric nursing beyond basic RN licensure. *CPN® and the test name Certified Pediatric Nurse exam are the property of the trademark holder: the Pediatric Nursing Certification Board (PNCB). PNCB is not affiliated with MED-ED. ...
MED-ED

CPN® Exam Review (eLearning)

This course is for nurses who care for pediatric patients. This course serves as a review for the Certified Pediatric Nurse (CPN®)* Exam. The CPN Exam is for the nurse who has pediatric practice experience and who demonstrates knowledge and abilities related to pediatric nursing beyond basic RN licensure. *CPN® and the test name Certified Pediatric Nurse exam are the property of the trademark holder: the Pediatric Nursing Certification Board (PNCB). PNCB is not affiliated with MED-ED. ...
MED-ED

5th Annual Gastroenterology, Liver & Obesity Conference; Primary Care Update (Cruise)

Embark on an unforgettable experience with our Caribbean Adventure CME Cruise aboard the luxurious Celebrity Apex®. While indulging in the unparalleled luxury and amenities of the Celebrity Apex®, and savoring culinary delights from around the globe, you'll also have the opportunity to enhance your medical knowledge with the 5th Annual Gastroenterology, Liver & Obesity Conference for Primary Care and Gastroenterologists, presented in collaboration with Continuing Education Company a...
Continuing Education Company

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