Course Code: REL-ACU-0-MDFUL
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2028
Learning Objectives:
Identify the underlying pathophysiology of diabetic foot ulcers, including risk factors and preventive strategies.
Describe the elements of a physical examination crucial for identifying patients at risk for diabetic foot ulcers.
Recall treatment strategies, including wound care techniques and the role of the interdisciplinary healthcare team in managing diabetic foot ulcers.
Outline:
Section 1: An Overview of Diabetic Foot Ulcers
About This Course
Epidemiology and Pathophysiology
Screening, Prevention, and Assessment
Diabetic Ulcer Classification Scales
Key Takeaways
Section 2: Infection and Osteomyelitis
Diabetic Foot Infection: Clinical Practice Guidelines
Osteomyelitis in Diabetes
Antibiotic Therapy
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 3: Wound Care and Treatment
Treatment Regimens
Wound Care
Interdisciplinary Approach
Key Takeaways
Section 4: Clinical Vignette
A Stubborn, Recurrent Ulcer
Section 5: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributors
References
Instructor: Laura Bell, BSN, RN, CCRN
Laura Bell, BSN, RN, CCRN is a SME writer for Relias with over 17 years of acute care experience in nursing. She began working in adult critical care at WakeMed Cary Hospital in 2011, obtained her CCRN certification in 2016, and served in the role of Rapid Response/Code Blue/Rounding RN for over 2 years. She continues to work as a staff nurse in the intensive care unit. Laura has a passion for education and excellence in nursing care. She has been involved in numerous special projects and educational activities to improve staff development, evidence-based clinical practice, and patient satisfaction. She continues to strive for excellence in education and clinical development as an acute care course writer.
Writer: Nicole Strickland, M.Ed., RN CPAN
Nicole Strickland is a Lead Subject Matter Expert (SME) writer at Relias and a Certified Post Anesthesia Nurse (CPAN) with over a decade of experience in nursing and education, specializing in neurology and post-anesthesia care. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Duke University and a Bachelor of Arts in English Language and Literature from Temple University. Her passion for instructional design led her to earn a Master of Education in Learning Design and Technology from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. In her role, Nicole integrates her clinical and educational expertise to develop evidence-based, engaging content for healthcare professionals, focusing on translating complex medical information into practical, accessible learning materials.
Subject Matter Expert: Lisa Hezel, RN, ACHRN, WCC, OMS
Lisa is a writer and a Subject Matter Expert (SME) at Relias. Her SME expertise lies in Wound, Ostomy, and Hyperbaric Oxygen. She possesses over thirty years of combined management, education, quality assurance, and staffing experience in hospitals, home health, and long-term care. Mrs. Hezel has specialized in skin and wound care since 2000. Her extensive knowledge and skills have earned her certifications in wound care, hyperbaric oxygen, and ostomy management in 2007, 2010, and 2015, respectively.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Advanced Practice Nurses; Medical Providers; Nursing Personnel; Nutrition and Dietetics Professionals; Technologists and Technicians; in the following settings: Ambulatory Care, Clinics: Primary Care, Clinics: Rural Health, Hospitals: Acute, Hospitals: Critical Access (CAHs).
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.