Course Code: REL-PAC-0-PRMCDH
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2029
Learning Objectives:
Recall the epidemiology, physiology, and symptoms of COPD.
Identify at least three causes of COPD exacerbation and steps to prevent it.
Determine interventions to improve or maintain quality of life for someone with COPD.
Outline:
Section 1: An Overview of COPD
An Overview of COPD
Treatment
Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
Section 2: COPD Exacerbation
COPD Exacerbation
Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
Section 3: Clinical Interventions
Interventions for COPD
Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
Section 4: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor
Resources
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Subject Matter Expert: Jaclyn Armstrong, BSN, RN, HCS-O
Jaclyn Armstrong is a Registered Nurse and certified Home Care Clinical Specialist- OASIS (HCS-O). She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of North Carolina Wilmington and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Belmont University. Prior to joining Relias as a subject matter expert and writer for post-acute care, she gained extensive experience in home health with a strong focus on quality improvement and patient outcomes.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Nursing Personnel; Respiratory Therapists; in the following settings: Assisted Living Facility, Home and Community Based Services, Home Health Agencies, Skilled Nursing Facility.
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To earn continuing education credit for this course you must achieve a passing score of 80% on the post-test and complete the course evaluation.
Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.