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Chronic low back pain (CLBP) is considered a leading cause of disability and pain worldwide with an economic burden on the United States (US) health system of up to $100 billion every year. This educational activity will help learners achieve a greater understanding of the pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment of vertebrogenic LBP.

This program identifies concerns currently associated with intraoperative transfusion and describes effective PBM strategies, including the use of topical hemostatic agents. The importance of using a validated intraoperative bleeding scale to assess and compare the efficacy of these agents is emphasized.

Learn about updated guidance for the prevention of the transmission of CRE (arbapenem-resistant Enterobacteriaceae) and related superbugs during gastrointestinal endoscopy and new standards of practice regarding infection prevention and control in the GI endoscopic setting.

Comprehensive knowledge of coronary artery disease and an understanding of the risks and complications associated with coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery are crucial for successful cardiac procedures. Familiarity with indications, alternative approaches, and various types of CABG procedures is essential to deliver high-quality patient care.

Stroke can be a devastating disease that can cause debilitation or even be fatal. When a clinician cannot determine the exact cause of the first stroke, and without targeted management, the patient can be left with a higher risk for secondary stroke. This program outlines the knowledge that stroke clinicians can leverage to optimize secondary stroke care.

Stroke can be a devastating disease that can cause debilitation or even be fatal. When a clinician cannot determine the exact cause of the first stroke, and without targeted management, the patient can be left with a higher risk for secondary stroke. This program outlines the knowledge that stroke clinicians can leverage to optimize secondary stroke care.

Patients can experience urinary and/or fecal incontinence for a number of reasons that can require short-term or long-term care. A focus on collaborative, evidence-based and patient-centered care is necessary to support patients in achieving the best outcomes. In this process, physicians, advanced care practitioners, nurses, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals need to be skilled in identifying skin integrity and any skin breakdown conditions to address. They also need to be knowledgeable in evaluating appropriate incontinence management strategies and recognizing complications a patient may be experiencing or at risk of developing. Taking a collaborative and strategic approach to managing a patient’s incontinence, including their emotional needs and preferences is important to help them maintain dignity and ideally resolve incontinence.

Review the basic principles of wound healing, the types of wound drains and drainage systems available, and wound drain system maintenance. You'll learn about standards of care and recommended practices for wound care to aid in infection prevention and positive patient outcomes.

This educational program is designed to reinforce the foundational principles of infection prevention and control in perioperative care as outlined by leading guidelines. Participants will review evidence-based best practices for surgical glove use, including proper selection, donning techniques, the advantages of double-gloving, and the importance of scheduled intraoperative glove changes.

Review the process of normal wound healing, as well as the consequences of delayed healing, and the techniques and products used to promote successful healing. The pathogenesis and consequences of adhesion formation are also explained in this course, followed by a discussion of the methods used to prevent adhesions.

The evolution of percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) spanning more than 40 years has transitioned from rudimentary balloon angioplasty to sophisticated drug-coated and drug-eluting stents and balloons to transform ischemic heart disease treatment. Healthcare professionals can benefit from understanding the key developments in PCI care, including current care standards, and emerging technologies.

The evolution of percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) spanning more than 40 years has transitioned from rudimentary balloon angioplasty to sophisticated drug-coated and drug-eluting stents and balloons to transform ischemic heart disease treatment. Healthcare professionals can benefit from understanding the key developments in PCI care, including current care standards, and emerging technologies.

This webinar explores prevention strategies, evidence-based bundles, and how antibacterial sutures help reduce infection risk and improve patient outcomes.

An overview of the types of chest drains, indications for effective use and key management factors will be described. The safe and effective use of chest drainage systems will be discussed so that nurses can provide high quality care for their patients to achieve optimal care outcomes.

As Chief Diversity and Community Health Equity Officer for UI Health of Chicago, Rani Morrison gives valuable insight into the intricate connection between health equity and patient outcomes. By expanding on this relationship, you'll gain insight into how factors such as social determinants of health, socioeconomic status, cultural competence, and healthcare system disparities impact patient well-being.

In this session Dr. Nava will discuss how nurses, through leadership and advocacy, can drive conversations and policy changes at the organizational, local, state, and national levels that dismantle discriminatory structures and ensure equitable healthcare access and delivery.

This panel-led conversation will dive into challenging subjects that require open and empathetic discussions. Participants will have the opportunity to explore sensitive topics, including personal experiences of encountering racism in their work environments, strategies for effectively approaching patients on delicate issues, and the various obstacles and complexities encountered while delivering care to marginalized patient populations.

Instances of accidental burns have been documented. Moreover, reports of burns resulting from prolonged exposure to traditional surgical lighting, particularly before the adoption of light emitting diode (LED) technology. This educational activity will identify patient risks associated with surgical lights and strategies for enhancing patient safety.

Des cas de brûlures accidentelles ont été documentés. De plus, des rapports de brûlures résultant d’une exposition prolongée à l’éclairage chirurgical traditionnel, en particulier avant l’adoption de la technologie des diodes électroluminescentes (DEL). Cette activité éducative permettra de cerner les risques associés aux éclairages opératoires pour les patients et les stratégies visant à améliorer la sécurité des patients.

Explore different types of ostomies and the components used for pouching systems. You'll learn about the role of the interprofessional team while emphasizing best practices for ostomy management.