Course Code: REL-PAY-0-ACPAYP
Hours: 1.5
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2028
Learning Objectives:
Describe evidence-based approaches to managing asthma and COPD with a focus on cost efficiency.
Identify effective resources and strategies for educating patients on self-managing their condition.
Discuss key principles for offering nutrition guidance to individuals with asthma or COPD.
Recognize how social factors may influence a patient’s ability to follow their care plan.
Outline:
Section 1: Patients With Asthma and COPD
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Urgent Care Overutilization
Asthma and COPD Statistics
Components of Care for Patients With Asthma
Classifications of Asthma
Pharmacotherapy for Asthma Treatment
Components of Care of COPD
Diagnosis of COPD
Classifications of COPD
Non-Pharmacological Care of COPD
Pharmacotherapy for COPD Treatment
The Challenge of Cost Effectiveness
Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
Section 2: Creating an Action Plan
Action Plans
Parts of the Asthma Action Plan
Parts of the COPD Action Plan
Patient-Focused Action Plans
Patient Reminder to Adhere to the Plan
Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
Section 3: Self-Management of the Action Plan
Educating Patients on Self-Management
Adherence to the Action Plan
Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
Section 4: Social and Behavioral Determinants of Health
Social Determinants of Health
Evaluating Social Determinants of Health
Managing Social Determinants of Health
Behavioral Determinants of Health
Smoking Cessation
Other Behaviors
Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
Section 5: Nutrition Counseling
Nutrition for Patients With COPD
Nutrition for Patients With Asthma
Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
Section 6: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor
Resources
References
Writer: Eric Hutto, DNP
Eric is a graduate of the University of South Florida School of Nursing and has experience in various clinical settings, including critical care and obstetrics. He earned his Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from Georgetown University, where he was recognized as a Pellegrino Student Scholar for his research in clinical bioethics. Eric also completed a fellowship at Duquesne University, which focused on applying genomics in nursing practice. His experiences drive his commitment to improving health outcomes for underserved populations, particularly Black Americans, through advocacy and evidence-based practices.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Care and Case Managers; Medical Providers; Nursing Personnel; in the following settings: Ambulatory Care.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.