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This course provides CBT strategies, DBT-related skills and techniques such as mindfulness practice in enabling patients to identify and regulate their maladaptive thoughts, feelings and emotions which may, in turn, enhance their ability to cope with the moment-by-moment demands and challenges that their illness presents, as well as improve their overall quality of life.

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Effective pain management is a cornerstone of quality patient care, yet many healthcare professionals struggle to navigate the complexities of pain mechanisms and treatment strategies. Advances in pain neuroscience have revealed that pain is not merely a symptom but a dynamic process involving intricate neural pathways, central sensitization, and biopsychosocial influences. A mechanism-based approach equips providers with the knowledge to differentiate between nociceptive, neuropathic, and centralized pain, allowing for more precise interventions and improved patient outcomes. Understanding the interplay of pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic therapies fosters a multimodal approach that enhances efficacy while minimizing risks. This course delivers an evidence-based framework for assessing, diagnosing, and treating pain with a focus on contemporary research, clinical applications, and best practices. By integrating the latest advancements with practical strategies, healthcare professionals can elevate their approach to pain management, ensuring safe, effective, and individualized patient care.

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This course discusses the various agents that may be used in a bio-terrorism attack, the treatment protocols that may be utilized and recommended guidelines for reporting attacks and creating a disaster plan. /// Convenient Online Course /// Reports to CE Broker /// At-Your-Own-Pace ///

NORTH DAKOTA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, BEHAVIORAL HEALTH DIVISION

When the stress and adversity of life feels overwhelming, individuals' protective factors help them be resilient. In this webinar, attendees will learn about protective factors that act in both a prevention and intervention capacity. Personal resilience plans will be established by the end of the session.

PREMIERE EDUCATION

Physiologic labor and birth support birthing people and neonates to have optimal outcomes. This course will teach healthcare professionals about the hormonal milieu that impacts physiologic birth, and interventions or practices that clinicians can perform to support physiologic birth.

PREMIERE EDUCATION

Eating disorders are vastly underrecognized, underdiagnosed, and undertreated. In this course students will learn the common presentations, statistics, and implications of eating disorders, as well as the oral presentation of purging associated with eating disorders. Interprofessional communication, collaboration, and strategies to support patients are addressed in detail.

PREMIERE EDUCATION

Discover the art and science of pediatric pain management in this expert-led online course designed for healthcare professionals. Explore age-appropriate assessment tools, pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic strategies, and compassionate communication techniques that support young patients and their families. With a focus on evidence-based care and gentle healing, you'll gain the skills to provide effective, empathetic pain relief and make a lasting difference in pediatric outcomes.

PREMIERE EDUCATION

This course will help healthcare providers explore the intricate landscape of adult-diagnosed ADHD and its associated comorbidities. Students will delve into the presentation of adult-diagnosed ADHD, dissect assessment considerations for prevalent comorbidities, and learn to craft evidence-based treatment plans tailored to address the complexities of concurrent conditions. Discover the pivotal role of interprofessional collaboration in supporting individuals with adult-diagnosed or under-treated ADHD, fostering a holistic approach to patient care.

PREMIERE EDUCATION

Designed for quick compliance and refresher training, this 1-hour course provides a concise overview of OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogens Standard and essential infection control procedures. Learn the fundamentals of disease transmission, protective barriers, and exposure prevention through accessible and actionable guidance for healthcare providers and support staff.

PREMIERE EDUCATION

Stay compliant and clinically prepared with this comprehensive overview of OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP) Standard and infection control protocols. This 5-hour course explores the full scope of pathogen transmission, prevention strategies, and regulatory standards for healthcare settings. Participants will gain in-depth knowledge of universal precautions, engineering and workplace controls, and symptom recognition for key infectious agents. Additional modules address sepsis recognition and treatment, emerging pathogens, and protective practices essential for all members of the healthcare team-including clinicians, assistants, and technicians.

PREMIERE EDUCATION

Prepare to confront the complex challenges of bioterrorism head-on with our in-depth course designed to equip Nevada's healthcare providers with critical knowledge and skills. From distinguishing various weapons of mass destruction to recognizing the signs of bioterror afflictions and effectively using personal protective gear, this course is your ultimate guide to mastering crisis handling in healthcare settings, ensuring you stand on the frontline confidently. This course meets the Nevada one-time requirement of 4 hours in Bioterrorism, relating to the medical consequences of an act of terrorism that involves the use of a weapon of mass destruction.

UNIV OF NORTH DAKOTA CENTER FOR RURAL HEALTH, NORTH DAKOTA BRAIN INJURY NETWORK

Concussion Symposium features presentations that highlight new concussion research, trends, practice strategies, and collaborative models of care. The event will be held virtually on September 19th over Zoom, participants will be able to interact with the presenters. The even will be recorded for those who are not available to attend on September 19th.

HEALTH FORUM ONLINE

The Resident Rights: A Guide to Ensuring Care online CE course includes 1 contact hour that provides health professionals with guidelines to ensure that residents receive proper care and treatment to their physical and mental well-being, and honoring their civil rights. The course also meets the Resident Rights requirement for FL CNAs.

HEALTH FORUM ONLINE

The Psychosocial Issues at the End of Life: Definition, Theory, and Intervention online CE course includes 4 contact hours that provides healthcare professionals with a definition of end-of-life care as well as a description of the prevalence of psychiatric disorders during this phase of care. Psychological theories regarding death and dying are presented and lead into a description of the emotional reactions encountered by both patients and caregivers. This course concludes with a presentation of psychological treatment techniques used to overcome these emotional reactions and assist patients and caregivers to improve quality of life during the end of life.

HEALTH FORUM ONLINE

The need to escape or avoid intense thoughts and emotions can often drive eating disorder behaviors. ACT, an empirically-based intervention aimed at reducing emotional avoidance, has been used successfully in a group format to treat eating disordered patients. This course will provide an overview of the ACT treatment approach and describe how health professionals can apply ACT techniques (e.g., mindfulness activities, exposure-based exercises, commitment to core values) to facilitate eating disorder treatment groups.

HEALTH FORUM ONLINE

The Psychosocial Needs of Women Undergoing Genetic Counseling and Testing in the Breast Cancer Context online CE course includes 2 contact hours that provides an overview of the genetic counseling process, types of test results, risk management strategies, and psychosocial needs of women during the genetic counseling and testing process. As the use of these tests moves into mainstream clinical practice, allied health professionals will have need to understand the clinical aspects of genetic counseling as well as the psychosocial needs of women considering and or under-going counseling and testing.

HEALTH FORUM ONLINE

This online CE course presents a detailed look at this turbulent time in development and the biopsychosocial complexities presented for teenagers with diabetes. This course addresses specific clinical aspects of diabetes that may be affected by inadequate psychological adjustment to the condition. Knowing how best to address the individual challenges teenage patients with diabetes face can help clinicians escort them to a healthier future.

HEALTH FORUM ONLINE

This online CE course reviews current psychological theory and empirical evidence relevant to applied clinical practice in the OVCA context. Course material addresses the common physical and psychological sequelae of an OVCA diagnosis and treatment (e.g., side effects of treatment, psychosexual impact, quality of life, loss issues, possible genetic factors) and presents techniques and skills to facilitate patient adjustment (e.g., enhanced communication with medical team and other support persons; practice of stress and pain management; improved utilization of support system).

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The Role of Empathy in Health and Social Care Professionals CE course includes 2 contact hours needed for license renewal. This course helps healthcare practitioners define empathy, its benefits in the healthcare field, and the ramifications for the professionals who fail to practice it with the goal of providing effective care to patients even in stressful circumstances. This online course can be conveniently completed from your computer or mobile device at your own pace. Your course completion will be reported to CE Broker automatically for credit toward your license renewal.

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The prevalence of obesity in the United States is increasing. Obesity can lead to serious health consequences such as type 2 diabetes mellitus and cardiovascular complications. Weight reduction can have a significant positive impact on a patient's overall health status. However, many unsuccessfully struggle for years to attain and sustain a healthy weight, and conflicting information about the best way(s) to lose weight is readily available to the public. Healthcare professionals need to be able to provide evidence-based patient education on effective treatment and interventions for sustainable weight loss. Recent advances in obesity treatment, emerging research, and the widespread availability of misinformation about weight loss necessitate continuing education for healthcare professionals. This CE activity will provide in-depth coverage of evidence - based weight loss approaches that apply to pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and nurses. It will supply a review of the currently approved weight loss drugs and surgical procedures, including relevant clinical considerations. It will critique trending fad diets and unapproved weight loss drugs, emphasizing emerging research. Additionally, it will use a case study to provide practical patient education pearls.

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It is a little over 110 years ago that Casimir Funk elucidated the need for "vital amines" that were isolated from the foods we eat. Vitamin supplementation in America for the most part, like most everything in America, is done to excess! Many prescription products are known to cause vitamin depletion, and hence the need for supplementation. Pharmacy professionals are the best choice for assisting with nutrient depletions caused by drug therapy. Nurses can also help in providing health education about vitamins to patients!

PREMIERE EDUCATION

This course provides a comprehensive discussion of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) specifically as it manifests in girls. The unique symptoms and challenges faced by girls with ADHD and how these impact their overall well-being is explained. Participants will gain knowledge of the diagnostic criteria for ADHD, enabling them to recognize and assess this condition accurately. Attendees will learn about a range of effective interprofessional treatment options for girls with ADHD, encompassing both medication and behavioral approaches. Specific recommendations for parent education and school support are provided.

PREMIERE EDUCATION

Beyond the Binary: Master Class in Gender-Affirming Healthcare offers a comprehensive, evidence-based exploration of gender, sex development, and the diverse spectrum of gender identities. Tailored for healthcare professionals, this course delves into the science of sex and gender, the formation of gender identity, and best practices for delivering gender-affirming care across the lifespan. Learners will gain insights into both medical and non-medical approaches to gender-affirming care for cisgender and transgender individuals, with a strong emphasis on clinical excellence, inclusivity, and patient-centered care.

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Stroke is an acute medical event with long-term physical, cognitive,and psychological impact on the patient and the family system. Current treatment for stroke includes medical stabilization and some level of physical rehabilitation. However, the cognitive-affective deficits resulting from stroke can be devastating to patients (i.e., Involuntary Emotional Expressive Disorder [IEED]) and caregivers as well. With present trends in reimbursement shifting the greater part of the recuperation process away from the hospital setting and into the community, primary providers including psychologists and other allied health professionals, are playing a greater role in patients' recovery. Effective treatment of the psychological consequences of stroke can maximize a patient's gains, improve quality of life, facilitate a productive lifestyle, and reduce excess healthcare utilization. This course reviews the prevalence, etiology, and consequences of stroke. Emotional sequelae of stroke for the patient and caregiver are discussed, with a focus on depressive and pseudodepressive disorders. Evidence-based assessment of post-stroke psychological disorders is presented. Current treatment trends and directions for future intervention research are reviewed.