AEA Pre-Approved Courses
The following courses are pre-approved by the American Electrology Association.
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Addictive Behavior
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Authors: Peggy Goulding, Ph.D. | Shelda L. Hudson, RN, BSN, PHN
From the old standbys like cocaine and heroin to the newer club drugs like Ecstasy and GHB ... there has never been such a wide variety of drugs available for abuse, and drug abuse still takes its toll on generation after generation of Americans. This course outlines the neuroanatomy and neurophysiology of drug use, abuse, and addiction; reviews the most common classes of drugs of abuse; and summarizes current approaches to treatment and prevention.
Course objectives include:
- Define and differentiate among drug use, drug abuse, and drug addiction
- Identify some commonly abused drugs and their characteristic effects.
- Outline issues and concerns specific to the abuse of prescription medications.
Cancer Therapy
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Author: Denise Warren, RN, BSN | Editor: Cheryl Duksta, RN, ADN, M.Ed.,
This course is designed to provide the nurse or other healthcare professional with timely information on breast cancer treatment and prevention. It covers the physiology of the breast, risk factors for development of breast cancer, and diagnostic procedures, with special emphasis on cultural issues and patient education.
Cardiovascular
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Author/Editor: Denise Warren, RN, BSN / Shelda L. Hudson, RN, BSN, PHN
Coronary artery disease (CAD) affects millions of Americans every year. This course will help you identify symptoms of CAD, and become well-acquainted with relevant medical exams as well as pharmacological treatment. The goal of this course will also assist you with patient education to help identify risk factors and develop strategies for modifying them. Many CAD risk factors are within the client's control. Now you can help your clients regain control of their health.
General Nursing
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Author: Shelda Hudson, RN, BSN, PHN
Sniff, sneeze, cough, wheeze ... dreaded allergies. Nearly 44 million Americans have some form of allergy. Although experts do not fully understand why some people develop allergies and others don't, they do tend to run in families. This course concentrates on common allergies. It also covers antigen-antibody reactions, sensitization, allergic reactions, preventive measures and an extensive patient education guide. Plus ... much, much more.
Course objectives include:
- Differentiate between atopic dermatitis and allergic contact dermatitis.
- Describe how antibodies are formed.
- List the general signs and symptoms of anaphylaxis.
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Author: Maryann Leslie, RN, PhD, CNP, CHES
Although the term "fibromyalgia" has appeared in literature for 90 years, the disease is often unrecognized by clinicians. It is a devastating disease, more common than rheumatoid arthritis, yet its cause remains a mystery. There is no cure for fibromyalgia; however, nurses can learn how to enhance their patients' quality of life by helping them cope with pain, manage stress and assist in exercise/physical therapy.
Course objectives include:
- List clinical features of fibromyalgia.
- Define widespread pain as it occurs in the patient with fibromyalgia.
- Differentiate between the terms trigger point and tender point.
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Patricia Marx, RN, BSN, MS | Shelda Hudson, RN, BSN, PHN.
The goal of this course material is to educate nurses and other healthcare professionals in the nature and management of Multiple Sclerosis and demyelinating diseases. Topics include: types of MS, pathophysiology, symptomatology, pain, MS alternative treatments and more.
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Authors: Shelda L. Hudson, Kim Marie Falk
This course presents material to educate the healthcare professional about pain: its pathophysiology, influencing factors, assessment techniques, and interventions. It also addresses common misconceptions about pain and pain management.
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Author: Peggy M. Goulding, Ph.D.
This course meets Florida's mandatory medical error prevention instruction requirements.
The goal of the enclosed course is to provide health care professionals with an overview of the problem of medical errors, factors contributing to the occurrence of these errors, and steps that can be taken by institutions and individual care providers to reduce medical errors in key care settings.
Upon completion of this course, the motivated learner will be able to:
- Delineate factors contributing to the occurrence of medical errors
- Outline error prone situations and vulnerabilities among special populations
- Identify processes for improvement of patient outcome
- Recognize caregivers responsibilities for reporting medical errors
- Name methods to increase public awareness of medical errors and how to prevent them
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Authors: Mary Ann Evans, RN, BS, MS | Dr. Carolyn Mikanowicz, RN, PhD | Shelda L. Hudson, RN, BSN, PHN
This course will focus on various types of criticism and techniques used for coping. The information will be applicable to any health professional or supervisor who feels susceptible when criticized. It applies to all areas of practice because criticism is experienced in all levels of the healthcare industry.
Course objectives include:
- Enumerate some of the myths associated with the realities of criticism.
- List three methods to cope positively with criticism.
- Name some of the various types of criticism and techniques used for coping.
Getting Older
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Author: Sharon Fish Mooney, RN, MSN, PhD, Shelda L. Hudson, RN, BSN, PHN, Director of Health Information
The goal of this course is to increase awareness of health care professionals regarding the needs of persons with Alzheimer's disease and their caregivers, whether at home, in long-term care facilities or hospital settings.
Infection Prevention
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Author
Diana Harland, BS, CCRC,Upon completion of this course, the learner will be able to:
- Describe the hepatitis B virus and compare its ability to cause infection with the HIV virus.
- State the regions of the world where hepatitis B is endemic.
- Relate the mechanisms of transmission of the hepatitis B virus and identify risk factors and persons at risk for contracting the disease.
- Describe the serological markers used to diagnose and treat hepatitis B.
- Identify the differences between acute and chronic hepatitis B, and outline the drugs for treatment of chronic HBV infection.
- Explain why the hepatitis B vaccine is so important in preventing the disease.
- Summarize the ways healthcare workers can act to reduce transmission of HBV.
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Shelda L. K. Hudson, RN, BSN, PHN
The goal of this course is designed to give nurses and other healthcare professionals an overview of the hepatitis C virus (HCV) as a major public health problem in the U.S. today. Topics covered include the assessment, treatment, and prevention and patient teaching strategies related to Hepatitis C.
Upon completion of this course, the learner will be able to:
- Outline the prevalence of HCV infection in the United States.
- Name the primary ways that HCV is transmitted.
- Recognize current methods for screening and diagnosis of HCV.
- List clinical indicators of both acute and chronic HCV infection.
- Name and define primary approaches to management and treatment of HCV.
- Outline specific prevention strategies for various populations at risk for HCV infection.
- Enumerate key components of the education process for patients with HCV.
- Document selected CAM therapies available to treat Hepatitis C & reasons for their use.
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The goal of this course is to provide basic information concerning HIV and AIDS, including modes of transmission, clinical management, infection control procedures, prevention, and much more.
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Author: Diana Harland, BS, CCRC
Upon completion of this course, the learner will be able to:
- Explain the epidemiology, including incidence and prevalence of HIV/AIDS in the counseling and teaching enviroments.
- Define AIDS and various signs and symptoms associated with AIDS.
- List the various types of HIV tests and identify persons recommended by the Centers of Disease Control for HIV screening.
- Outline mechanisms by which susceptiblity and infectiousness increase with coinfection of HIV and other sexually transmitted diseases.
- List the recommended and specific ways to avoid transmission of HIV along with risk factors for infection.
- State the correct procedure for handwashing with either alcohol based rubs or soap and water.
- List OSHA and CDC requirements relating to HIV and bloodborne pathogens in light of standard, special and recommended precautions.
- List the recommended strategies for the control of HIV in the environment.
- Outline the steps to take if accidental occupational exposure to HIV should occur.
- Define the complexity and multidimensional aspects of HIV Disease.
- Identify lab testing neccesary for the continuing care of the HIV/AIDS patient
- Name the various classes of pharmaceuticals used in the treatment of HIV/AIDS and relate the guidelines for initiation of retroviral therapy.
- Identify various programs for the support of the HIV/AIDS patient.
- List some of challenges faced by caregivers in treating HIV/AIDS patients.
- Relate the legal rights of HIV patients under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
- Define the laws relating to improper disclosure and confidentiality with regard to the HIV patient.
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Patti V. Hoffman, RN, BS, MPH, CIC | Diana Harland, BS, CCRC
The goal of this course is to educate nurses and other healthcare professionals in the principles of infection control through a better understanding of epidemiology and pathogen transmission, as well as through federal regulations and recommendations. It is our goal that healthcare professionals will then recognize their responsibility to apply these scientifically-based principles to minimize the opportunity for transmission of disease, and therefore be able to make a significant impact on their community.
Psychiatric / Behavioral Issues
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Authors: Denise Warren, Shelda L. Hudson
The goal of this course is to provide the healthcare professional with a vast amount of beneficial information regarding eating disorders.
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Author Cherlene S.M. Pedrick, RN, with excerpts by Diana Harland, BS, CCRC
The goal of this course is to increase awareness of healthcare professionals in the psychiatric/behavioral area of global change: obsessive-compulsive disorder to obsessive- compulsive disorder (OCD). You will learn psychological, pharmacological, and environmental treatment approaches, and how to apply crisis theory and intervention techniques to clinical situations.
Public Health
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Shelda L. Hudson, Carolyn Hunter
The goal of the enclosed course is to provide basic instruction on intimate partner violence, including identification, screening, and referral of persons with a history of being, or at risk of becoming, victims or perpetrators of intimate partner violence.
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Author/Editor: Shelda L. Hudson, RN, BSN, PHN / Taylor Sophia Skaar, LPC-S
The purpose of this course is to provide an overview of domestic violence, including identification, screening, and referral of persons with a history of being, or at risk of becoming, victims or perpetrators of domestic violence. Basic information on child abuse and elder abuse is also included.
Supervision/Management
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Authors: Dr. Carolyn Mikanowicz, RN, PhD | Shelda L. Hudson, RN, BSN, PHN
The goal of this course is to provide health care professionals with a comprehensive overview of communication strategies that will assist in their daily work and personal environments. Various types and models of communication are discussed as well as practical strategies for improving interpersonal relationships.
Women's Issues
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AuthorDenise Warren, RN, BSN
The "mysteries" of a woman's body, including menopause, are seen as times of power and growth. The goal of this course is to increase the knowledge and understanding of the physiological changes associated with menopause. Today's well-trained and educated professional can play an instrumental role in helping women make this transition through an ending and a new beginning.