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Hand Hygiene
by Nursing CE Catalog
Contact Hours: 1.0 Course Description: This module includes a brief overview of the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommended practices for hand antisepsis. Course Objectives:Describe the CDC recommended practices for hand antisepsis Explain the importance and steps of proper hand hygiene techniques Differentiate the use of antibacterial soap and waterless hand scrubs This continuing nursing education activity was approved by the PA State Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. DISCLOSURES Criteria for successful completion includes a passing score of 70% on the post-test offered at the end of this course. A Certificate of Completion will be issued to all those who pass the post-test. The planning committee members and all content specialists have declared no conflict of interest, no commercial support, no off-label use of products, and no financial relationships as it relates to this activity. Approval of the continuing education activity does not imply endorsement by the provider, ANCC, PA State Nurses Association or CoursePark of any commercial products displayed in conjunction with this activity. Course Code: 156-2-E-11-8104C Course Approved: September 2011 Course Expires: September 2013 ...
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Dealing with Difficult People (7 courses)
by MindLeaders
This series presents strategies for handling interpersonal tension in the workplace. In each course, learners will gain insight into analyzing situations, determining the best courses of action, and resolving problems. Scenarios and examples include working with difficult people in any organizational situation - supervisors, peers, and subordinates. ...
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Communication (Videos) (15 courses)
by MindLeaders
Effective communication sets the foundation for individual and organizational success. When you master effective communication skills, you gain a great deal of power - the power to get things done. Our communication programs focus on building the key skills you need to communicate successfully. ...
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Leadership (Videos) (25 courses)
by MindLeaders
When leaders create and communicate their vision, inspire others, implement strategy and champion change, organizations thrive. Our programs will help you enhance your leadership ability to create an environment of trust, credibility and integrity. Features: This series is presented using streaming video. Interactive questions appear periodically during this video to engage the learner and reinforce key concepts. An index lists the key sections of the video, with the ability to select sections to play. Slides accompany the videos and reinforce the learning topics. These slides can be downloaded for reference after the course is completed. A full-text transcript of the video can be viewed. Text in the transcript is selectable to choose a point to play the video. ...
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Fundamentals of Business Management (3 courses)
by MindLeaders
The Fundamentals of Business Management series provides learners with basic theories, skills, and tools they can use to improve their performance as managers. ...
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Sales and Marketing (Videos) (19 courses)
by MindLeaders
Due to increased competition and cutthroat pricing, a higher level of sales and marketing skills is essential in today's marketplace. You need to get out there fast to effectively disseminate your company's name and brand. You need to find new prospects and cultivate repeat customers. Our programs will help you effectively build your brand, garner new business and close the sale. ...
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Effective Presentations (4 courses)
by MindLeaders
Public speaking is a frightening task to many people, but it's also a crucial tool in career success. This series offers tips to help you prepare and deliver more powerful presentations. ...
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Accounting Fundamentals
by Skillsoft - Business
How does a business achieve and maintain profitability? An understanding and an accurate application of accounting practices are hallmarks of a successful and financially progressive business. Accounting is a distinct discipline with its own standards and language. Understanding accounting procedures requires a prerequisite knowledge of certain principles concepts terms and common accounting records. This practical course gives you the whys and hows to accurately conduct accounting activities. "Accounting Fundamentals" examines the theories of accounting how to maintain accounting records and how to generate financial statements. A business deals with many transactions in a single day so its important to keep up-to-date records of its finances. If you are an Entrepreneur or just looking to learn more about accounting, this course is for you. ...
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Peripheral Artery Disease and Performance of the Ankle-Brachial Index
by Society for Vascular Nursing
Contact Hours: 4.6 Course Description: This course will provide the learner a comprehensive overview of peripheral artery disease (PAD), including etiology, risk factors, incidence, clinical presentation, diagnosis, medical and surgical management and how to perform the ankle-brachial index (ABI). This course adheres to the American College of Cardiology (ACC) and the American Heart Association (AHA) PAD guidelines, as well as the Canadian Cardiovascular Consensus PAD and TASCII guidelines. Course Objectives:Describe peripheral artery disease (PAD)Discuss the risk factors and etiology of PADDescribe the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of PADDiscuss the importance of the ankle-brachial index (ABI) in the early detection and management of PAD Explain the steps in performing the ABI techniqueExplain the steps in performing the oscillatory method of an ABIDifferentiate normal arterial waveforms from those of severe arterial disease This continuing nursing education activity was approved by the PA State Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. DISCLOSURESCriteria for successful completion includes a passing score of 80% on the post-test offered at the end of this course. A Certificate of Completion will be issued to all those who pass the post-test. The planning committee members and all content specialists have declared no conflict of interest, no commercial support, no off-label use of products, and no financial relationships as it relates to this activity. Approval of the continuing education activity does not imply endorsement by the provider, ANCC, PA State Nurses Association, Society for Vascular Nursing or CoursePark of any commercial products displayed in conjunction with this activity. Course Code: 305A Course Approved: December 2011 Course Expires: December 2013 ...
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QuickBooks (10 courses)
by MindLeaders
This series is designed for users who want to use QuickBooks 6.0 as a business accounting system. An overview of the application is presented, including using the EasyStep Interview process to enter basic company information and set up accounts. Tasks covered including setting up company records, entering historical data, managing accounts, and creating lists, reports, and graphs. Managing invoices, sales tax information, bills, and assets is also covered. Additional topics covered include managing payroll and employee data, managing taxes, online banking, and creating budgets. QuickBooks is a registered trademark or registered service mark of Intuit Inc., or one of its subsidiaries, in the United States and other countries. ...
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Basic Cardiac Rhythm Interpretation
by Nursing CE Catalog
Contact Hours: 2.1 Course Description: This module includes a brief overview of the cardiac conduction system, ECG strips, and common cardiac rhythms with suggested treatments. Course Objectives:Discuss basic cardiac conduction Explain how a basic ECG tracing relates to cardiac conduction Identify common cardiac rhythms and basic treatments This continuing nursing education activity was approved by the PA State Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. DISCLOSURES Criteria for successful completion includes a passing score of 70% on the post-test offered at the end of this course. A Certificate of Completion will be issued to all those who pass the post-test. The planning committee members and all content specialists have declared no conflict of interest, no commercial support, no off-label use of products, and no financial relationships as it relates to this activity. Approval of the continuing education activity does not imply endorsement by the provider, ANCC, PA State Nurses Association or CoursePark of any commercial products displayed in conjunction with this activity. Course Code: 154-2-E-11-209A Course Approved: September 2011 Course Expires: September 2013 ...
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Communication Skills
by Skillsoft - Business
Effective communication is essential to the success of any customer-oriented business. Each customer will have their own style of communication as well as an emotional response to contacting a support center. In order to effectively communicate the Customer Service Representative (CSR) must understand how to adapt to these different styles and emotions before the customers problems can be dealt with. This course explains how to adapt to the different communication types and identifies the common emotions that customers experience when contacting the support center. It also explains how to adapt your writing skills to communicate through e-mail and to document incidents. This course helps to prepare learners interested in the CSR Certification which is targeted to individuals wishing to qualify to work in a customer support center or help desk environment. ...
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Effective Business Communication (7 courses)
by MindLeaders
This series teaches the writing skills learners will need to effectively communicate in a business setting. They'll learn how to prepare for a writing task, and about strategies and skills for effective word choice, sentence building, and paragraph design. ...
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Project Management Professional Certification 2011 (8 courses)
by MindLeaders
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Strategies for Communicating with Tact and Diplomacy
by Skillsoft
Communicating with diplomacy and tact requires strategy, awareness, and skills. Its aim is to establish trust and rapport in relationships while delivering messages effectively. However, it's often pushed aside by good intentions cloaked by gut reaction and misinterpretation. This course provides techniques you can use to navigate through conversations in a way that shows sensitivity and respect for others. As well as exploring what you should say, the course shows you how you can use proper timing and delivery when conveying your message. This will enable you to deliver messages tactfully and diplomatically, without sacrificing your reputation or professional relationships.Audience: Individuals who want to improve their ability to communicate in a more diplomatic and tactful mannerObjectives: Strategies for Communicating with Tact and Diplomacy recognize the benefits of being able to communicate with diplomacy and tact assess whether an individual has communicated with tact in a given scenario identify skills that will enable you to communicate with tact recognize examples of guidelines for communicating with diplomacy communicate with diplomacy and tact in a given scenario Duration: 1 ...
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12- and 15-Lead ECG Interpretation
by Nursing CE Catalog
Contact Hours: 2.2 Course Description: This module includes a brief overview of 12- and 15-lead ECGs, axis shift, and various conditions that manifest on an ECG. Course Objectives:Explain 12- and 15-lead ECG lead placement and purpose Explain axis shift and its ramifications Identify specific conditions based on ECG changes This continuing nursing education activity was approved by the PA State Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. DISCLOSURES Criteria for successful completion includes a passing score of 70% on the post-test offered at the end of this course. A Certificate of Completion will be issued to all those who pass the post-test. The planning committee members and all content specialists have declared no conflict of interest, no commercial support, no off-label use of products, and no financial relationships as it relates to this activity. Approval of the continuing education activity does not imply endorsement by the provider, ANCC, PA State Nurses Association or CoursePark of any commercial products displayed in conjunction with this activity. Course Code: 160-2-E-11-214A Course Approved: September 2011 Course Expires: September 2013 ...
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Building Relationships (3 courses)
by MindLeaders
How do you build strong networks within your company and among industry peers? How do you communicate effectively with different types of people in the workplace and get your point across clearly? This series will help you build bridges and improve your business relationships. ...
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Programs to Benefit Employees (HRCI/PHR - 2007-aligned)
by Skillsoft - Business
The Human Resource Certification Institutes (HRCI) certification examinations cover a broad range of workforce planning and employment issues including the work rules and practices that apply to employee benefit programs. As a human resources professional you are responsible for helping to ensure that your companys practices comply with any legislation governing employee benefits and that the benefit programs are competitive enough to attract and retain employees. These are some of the topics you will need to understand to prepare for the Human Resource Certification Institutes Professional in Human Resources certification examination (HRCI/PHR). ...
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Standard Business Etiquette
by Skillsoft - Business
The rules of proper business etiquette are changing. In many corporations middle management and the concept of seniority are being replaced by a flat organizational structure and intense competition. Such an environment makes the need for appropriate behavior especially crucial particularly if youre looking to advance your career. How do you maintain your private "space" when you sit in one of a dozen cubicles? How should you address your peers and superiors and whats the proper attire for todays corporate culture? In this course youll learn how to conduct yourself in the standard business environment with poise and confidence. ...
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Interview Skills (9 courses)
by MindLeaders
This series examines the interview process, from obtaining an invitation to an interview to follow-up after the interview. The employer's perspective is discussed, and interview preparation is covered in detail. Proper interview demeanor, including listening and answering, asking questions, effective communication, and negotiating is discussed. Strategies for getting past screening interviews, navigating tough interviews, resolving objections, and managing the follow-up process are also provided. ...
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Communication Business Etiquette
by Skillsoft - Business
"Hows it going?" Is this an appropriate greeting in todays corporate workplace? How about telephone use? Is it always necessary to return phone calls? If so how soon should you do it? Is e-mail the method of choice for communicating all your ideas or is another way better? How important is your tone of voice when dealing with a customer? All these questions are a matter of etiquette. How you communicate--in person over the phone electronically and with customers--has a direct effect on how people treat you on whether you sell your idea or product and on how quickly you advance in your career. In this course youll learn the subtleties of communication etiquette in the world of business. ...
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ACLS Prep
by Nursing CE Catalog
Contact Hours: 2.4 Course Description: This module includes a brief overview of the standard Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) content, including suggested medications and basic rhythm analysis. Course Objectives:Describe the basic principles related to ACLS Discuss standard medications used for ACLS Review rhythms and their standard ACLS treatments This continuing nursing education activity was approved by the PA State Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. DISCLOSURES Criteria for successful completion includes a passing score of 70% on the post-test offered at the end of this course. A Certificate of Completion will be issued to all those who pass the post-test. The planning committee members and all content specialists have declared no conflict of interest, no commercial support, no off-label use of products, and no financial relationships as it relates to this activity. Approval of the continuing education activity does not imply endorsement by the provider, ANCC, PA State Nurses Association or CoursePark of any commercial products displayed in conjunction with this activity. Course Code: 160-2-E-11-215A Course Approved: September 2011 Course Expires: September 2013 ...
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Cardiovascular Assessment
by Nursing CE Catalog
Contact Hours: 1.9 Course Description: This module provides an overview of the components of a basic cardiovascular assessment, including normal and abnormal parameters, assessment techniques, and documentation requirements. Course Objectives:Explain the fundamental components of a basic cardiovascular assessment Differentiate between hypertension and hypotension Identify key questions to ask the patient Describe the role of various assistive cardiac devices Discuss tips in documenting your daily cardiovascular assessment This continuing nursing education activity was approved by the PA State Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. DISCLOSURES Criteria for successful completion includes a passing score of 70% on the post-test offered at the end of this course. A Certificate of Completion will be issued to all those who pass the post-test. The planning committee members and all content specialists have declared no conflict of interest, no commercial support, no off-label use of products, and no financial relationships as it relates to this activity. Approval of the continuing education activity does not imply endorsement by the provider, ANCC, PA State Nurses Association or CoursePark of any commercial products displayed in conjunction with this activity. Course Code: 159-2-E-11-85A Course Approved: September 2011 Course Expires: September 2013 ...
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Venous Disease Course
by Society for Vascular Nursing
Contact Hours: 2.7Course Description: This course will provide the learner a comprehensive overview of the etiology of venous disease, venous anatomy, risk factors, venous hypertension, varicose veins, thrombophlebitis and venous insufficiency, clinical presentation, diagnosis, medical, endovascular and surgical management. Course Objectives: Discuss venous anatomy List the physiologic factors that influence venous return Describe venous hypertension Differentiate between varicose veins, superficial thrombophlebitis and chronic insufficiency and their treatment Define deep vein thrombosis, describing incidence and symptoms List the risk factors for venous thrombosis Describe the medical and surgical treatment for venous disorders This continuing nursing education activity was approved by the PA State Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. DISCLOSURES Criteria for successful completion includes a passing score of 80% on the post-test offered at the end of this course. A Certificate of Completion will be issued to all those who pass the post-test. The planning committee members and all content specialists have declared no conflict of interest, no commercial support, no off-label use of products, and no financial relationships as it relates to this activity. Approval of the continuing education activity does not imply endorsement by the provider, ANCC, PA State Nurses Association or Society for Vascular Nursing or CoursePark of any commercial products displayed in conjunction with this activity. Course Code: 302A Course Approved: January 2012 Course Expires: January 2014 ...
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Advanced Blood Gas Interpretation
by Nursing CE Catalog
Contact Hours: 2.8 Course Description: This module provides an overview of methods to assist you in interpreting blood gases, the physiology behind disorders that can affect acid-base balance and discussion on procedures for Allen test, insertion, removal and care of an arterial line. Course Objectives:Explain the physiology of gas exchange at the alveolar level Describe the process of lactic acidosis and the levels of compensation Describe the physiology, etiology, and causes of metabolic acidosis & alkalosis and respiratory acidosis & alkalosis Perform basic blood gas interpretation based on the steps described within this module Determine at what level a given patient is compensating based on blood gas values Describe potential corrective actions for a pH that is either acidotic and alkalotic Describe methods of obtaining blood gases, including procedures for Allen test, insertion, removal, and care of an arterial line This continuing nursing education activity was approved by the PA State Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. DISCLOSURES Criteria for successful completion includes a passing score of 70% on the post-test offered at the end of this course. A Certificate of Completion will be issued to all those who pass the post-test. The planning committee members and all content specialists have declared no conflict of interest, no commercial support, no off-label use of products, and no financial relationships as it relates to this activity. Approval of the continuing education activity does not imply endorsement by the provider, ANCC, PA State Nurses Association or CoursePark of any commercial products displayed in conjunction with this activity. Course Code: 160-2-E-11-818A Course Approved: September 2011 Course Expires: September 2013 ...
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E-Mailing Your Way to the Top (6 courses)
by MindLeaders
E-mail has become so prevalent in the workplace that we seldom think about it, and yet it is the medium coworkers see you through most often. How can your e-mails speak for you clearly, effectively, and potently? This series will walk you through building e-mail subject lines and messages that are effective and respect office etiquette. You'll also learn about e-mail safety by avoiding threats like viruses and phishing, and how to think about email confidentiality and legal security. ...
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Diabetes Basics
by Nursing CE Catalog
Contact Hours: 2.1 Course Description: This module includes a brief overview of basics of diabetes, its pathophysiology, symptoms, as well as blood glucose interpretation. Course Objectives:Describe the pathophysiology of diabetes Discuss the symptoms of diabetes Identify measures to prevent complications from diabetes This continuing nursing education activity was approved by the PA State Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. DISCLOSURES Criteria for successful completion includes a passing score of 70% on the post-test offered at the end of this course. A Certificate of Completion will be issued to all those who pass the post-test. The planning committee members and all content specialists have declared no conflict of interest, no commercial support, no off-label use of products, and no financial relationships as it relates to this activity. Approval of the continuing education activity does not imply endorsement by the provider, ANCC, PA State Nurses Association or CoursePark of any commercial products displayed in conjunction with this activity. Course Code: 152-2-E-11-207A Course Approved: September 2011 Course Expires: September 2013 ...
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Understanding Electrolytes
by Nursing CE Catalog
Contact Hours: 1.2 Course Description: This module provides an overview of the functions of sodium, potassium, magnesium, chloride, and bicarbonate as well as relating various electrolyte imbalances to patient assessment and symptoms. Course Objectives:Explain the role of electrolytes in maintaining homeostasis Describe the function of sodium, potassium, magnesium, chloride, and bicarbonate in the body Relate the various electrolyte imbalances to patient assessment and symptoms This continuing nursing education activity was approved by the PA State Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. DISCLOSURES Criteria for successful completion includes a passing score of 70% on the post-test offered at the end of this course. A Certificate of Completion will be issued to all those who pass the post-test. The planning committee members and all content specialists have declared no conflict of interest, no commercial support, no off-label use of products, and no financial relationships as it relates to this activity. Approval of the continuing education activity does not imply endorsement by the provider, ANCC, PA State Nurses Association or CoursePark of any commercial products displayed in conjunction with this activity. Course Code: 152-2-E-11-88A Course Approved: September 2011 Course Expires: September 2013 ...
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Documentation and Reporting
by Nursing CE Catalog
Contact Hours: 1.2 Course Description: This module includes a brief overview of documentation and reporting. It differentiates various documentation methods, explains the role of forms in documenting the nursing process, and describes the communication process during the patient report. Also discussed are the guidelines in meeting legal and ethical standards while reporting and documenting. Course Objectives:Differentiate documentation methods in various settings Explain the role of forms in documenting the nursing process Describe how to effectively communicate the patient report Identify and discuss guidelines in meeting legal and ethical standards in regards to reporting and documenting This continuing nursing education activity was approved by the PA State Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. DISCLOSURES Criteria for successful completion includes a passing score of 70% on the post-test offered at the end of this course. A Certificate of Completion will be issued to all those who pass the post-test. The planning committee members and all content specialists have declared no conflict of interest, no commercial support, no off-label use of products, and no financial relationships as it relates to this activity. Approval of the continuing education activity does not imply endorsement by the provider, ANCC, PA State Nurses Association or CoursePark of any commercial products displayed in conjunction with this activity. Course Code: 155-2-E-11-241C Course Approved: September 2011 Course Expires: September 2013 ...
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Pain Management
by Nursing CE Catalog
Contact Hours: 3.7 Course Description: The Pain Management course offers categories of pain (acute and chronic), the neurophysiologic pain response, conscious sedation, and pharmacological and non-pharmacological approaches to pain management. Pain is a personal, physical, and emotional experience. The TJC pain management standards are reviewed and discussed with a practical approach throughout the module. Course Objectives:Differentiate chronic and acute pain and their treatment Identify pain assessment tools used for different age populations Describe the basic neurophysiologic pain response Differentiate thermoreceptive, mechanoreceptive, and polymodal nociceptors Explore pharmacological and non-pharmacological approaches to pain management Discuss the indications for nerve blocks Review TJC pain management standards Discuss indications for the conscious sedation procedure and guidelines for optinmal sedation level Describe the RNs role on the conscious sedation team Review educational recommendations for staff, patients and family This continuing nursing education activity was approved by the PA State Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. DISCLOSURES Criteria for successful completion includes a passing score of 70% on the post-test offered at the end of this course. A Certificate of Completion will be issued to all those who pass the post-test. The planning committee members and all content specialists have declared no conflict of interest, no commercial support, no off-label use of products, and no financial relationships as it relates to this activity. Approval of the continuing education activity does not imply endorsement by the provider, ANCC, PA State Nurses Association or CoursePark of any commercial products displayed in conjunction with this activity. Course Code: 155-2-E-11-899C Course Approved: September 2011 Course Expires: September 2013 ...
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Understanding IV Fluids
by Nursing CE Catalog
Contact Hours: 1.4 Course Description: This module provides an overview of intravenous therapy, including indications, complications, and types of solutions. Course Objectives:Describe the indications for intravenous therapy and fluid replacement Explain osmolality and how it relates to the choice of intravenous fluids Differentiate hypotonic, isotonic, and hypertonic intravenous solutions and list the indications for each Differentiate crystalloids, colloids, and blood products Discuss the signs and symptoms associated with volume overload and/or dehydration of the patient List the complications associated with intravenous therapy and their possible causes This continuing nursing education activity was approved by the PA State Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. DISCLOSURES Criteria for successful completion includes a passing score of 70% on the post-test offered at the end of this course. A Certificate of Completion will be issued to all those who pass the post-test. The planning committee members and all content specialists have declared no conflict of interest, no commercial support, no off-label use of products, and no financial relationships as it relates to this activity. Approval of the continuing education activity does not imply endorsement by the provider, ANCC, PA State Nurses Association or CoursePark of any commercial products displayed in conjunction with this activity. Course Code: 152-2-E-11-87A Course Approved: September 2011 Course Expires: September 2013 ...
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QuickBooks 2004 (7 courses)
by MindLeaders
This series is designed for learners who want to use QuickBooks 2004 as a business accounting system. Tasks covered include using the EasyStep Interview to set up QuickBooks; adding accounts and customers; setting up security; tracking invoices, purchases, and payments; using timesaving features; recording inventory and assets; and working with taxes, equity, and liabilities. QuickBooks is a registered trademark or registered service mark of Intuit Inc., or one of its subsidiaries, in the United States and other countries. ...
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Personal Productivity: Self-organization and Overcoming Procrastination
by Skillsoft
How is organization related to procrastination? In fact, the two often go hand in hand. A lack of organization, coupled with a tendency to procrastinate, can be a vicious cycle. Becoming disciplined, setting priorities, and eradicating time-wasting activities can reduce the desire to put things off. The key to becoming your most productive self is to embrace organization and to overcome procrastination. This course introduces you to ways of becoming organized to help you accomplish more with the hours you have. It examines the common reasons for procrastination and ways you can overcome them in the workplace. Overcoming the desire to procrastinate can be aided by implementing a strong system of organization. The course presents ways to develop the discipline required to get things done, guidance on setting priorities, as well as approaches to overcommitment.Audience: Individuals wishing to improve their productivity in the workplace.Objectives: Personal Productivity: Self-organization and Overcoming Procrastination recognize the causes of workplace procrastination recognize the benefits of overcoming procrastination recognize ways to develop discipline in a given scenario address time-wasting activities in a given scenario recognize how to set priorities and keep focused say "no" and avoid overcommitment in a given scenario Duration: 1 ...
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Airway Management
by Nursing CE Catalog
Contact Hours: 1.8 Course Description: This module includes a brief overview of airway anatomy and physiology, airway management steps, and oxygen delivery methods. Course Objectives:Differentiate basic human airway anatomy Describe 6 steps to maintaining a patent and secure patient airway Discuss various methods of oxygen delivery This continuing nursing education activity was approved by the PA State Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. DISCLOSURES Criteria for successful completion includes a passing score of 70% on the post-test offered at the end of this course. A Certificate of Completion will be issued to all those who pass the post-test. The planning committee members and all content specialists have declared no conflict of interest, no commercial support, no off-label use of products, and no financial relationships as it relates to this activity. Approval of the continuing education activity does not imply endorsement by the provider, ANCC, PA State Nurses Association or CoursePark of any commercial products displayed in conjunction with this activity. Course Code: 160-2-E-11-213A Course Approved: September 2011 Course Expires: September 2013 ...
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Abdominal Assessment
by Nursing CE Catalog
Contact Hours: 1.8 Course Description: This module provides an overview of abdominal assessment, including anatomical landmarks, bowel sounds, and pertinent nursing actions and interventions. Course Objectives:Identify the four quadrants in the abdominal assessment and their underlying organs Outline the usual methods for assessing the abdomen (inspection, auscultation, percussion, palpation) Differentiate between hypoactive, hyperactive and high-pitched bowel sounds Explain the urgency of intervention with absent bowel sounds Describe paralytic ileus Review the significance of tracking bowel movements and intake/output measurements Discuss components of the genitourinary and reproductive systems in relation to abdominal assessment This continuing nursing education activity was approved by the PA State Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. DISCLOSURES Criteria for successful completion includes a passing score of 70% on the post-test offered at the end of this course. A Certificate of Completion will be issued to all those who pass the post-test. The planning committee members and all content specialists have declared no conflict of interest, no commercial support, no off-label use of products, and no financial relationships as it relates to this activity. Approval of the continuing education activity does not imply endorsement by the provider, ANCC, PA State Nurses Association or CoursePark of any commercial products displayed in conjunction with this activity. Course Code: 159-2-E-11-810A Course Approved: September 2011 Course Expires: September 2013 ...
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Negotiating (4 courses)
by MindLeaders
This series presents strategies for negotiating in business and daily situations. It covers techniques for developing a negotiation plan, evaluating the opposition, and taking advantage of body language, props, timing, questions, and correspondence. It presents strategies for gaining control in negotiation situations, and effective methods of getting past obstacles and closing a negotiation. Several everyday negotiation scenarios are explored, with tips for effective negotiation techniques to apply to these situations. Features: Exercises allow learners to practice in the actual application being studied. A Course Topics list contains active hyperlinks, permitting quick access to specific topics. Find-A-Word allows learners to look up an unfamiliar term in the Glossary, on the Web, or in a dictionary. In addition, it lets them find other occurrences of the term in the same course. Search text enables learners to rapidly search all text within a course to easily retrieve information required. Courses challenge the learner with a variety of question formats, including multi-step simulations, true/false, multiple choice, and fill-in-the-blank. A skill assessment generates a customized learning path based on the results of a pre-test. A glossary provides a reference for definitions of unfamiliar terms. Bookmarking tracks the learner's progress in a course. ...
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Principles of Accounting and Finance for Non-financial Professionals
by Skillsoft
Finance and accounting are at the heart of every business. These functions deal with recording, summarizing, and analyzing financial information across all departments for decision making, directing, and controlling their resources and activities. Every activity or non-activity in an organization has financial implications and financial acumen is expected at every organizational level. Professionals and functional managers in every department and functional area should have a certain amount of comfort and familiarity with the basic accounting and financial concepts, processes and practices so that they can use it to better manage and control their activities and make decisions that support organization's larger goals. This course aims at familiarizing non-financial professionals with basic accounting and financial concepts. You are introduced to key finance and accounting terms and concepts such as the accounting equation, accrual-based accounting, financial risks and returns, and basic accounting principles. This course also takes you through the steps in the accounting process and helps you recognize how business transactions affect various financial statements and the bottom-line of your business.Audience: Non-financial professionals who wish to gain understanding or refresh their knowledge of finance and accountingObjectives: Principles of Accounting and Finance for Non-financial Professionals recall the basic accounting equation identify the key differences between cash- and accrual-based accounting match phases of the accounting process with actions that are performed at each phase match each basic accounting principle to its description recognize how a business transaction affects a financial statement in given examples identify four types of financial risks Duration: 1 ...
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Aortic Aneurysms Course
by Society for Vascular Nursing
Contact Hours: 2.8Course Description: This course provides an in-depth discussion about the clinical presentation, diagnosis, medical, endovascular and surgical management of Aortic AneurysmsCourse Objectives: Define both abdominal and thoracic aortic aneurysm Identify the risk factors, etiology, and clinical manifestations of aortic aneurysms Review the medical, endovascular and surgical management of aortic aneurysms Identify the complications associated with both endovascular and surgical repair of aortic aneurysms Describe the nurse’s role in the management of the patient with aortic aneurysmsThis continuing nursing education activity was approved by the PA State Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. DISCLOSURES Criteria for successful completion includes a passing score of 80% on the post-test offered at the end of this course. A Certificate of Completion will be issued to all those who pass the post-test. The planning committee members and all content specialists have declared no conflict of interest, no commercial support, no off-label use of products, and no financial relationships as it relates to this activity. Approval of the continuing education activity does not imply endorsement by the provider, ANCC, PA State Nurses Association or Society for Vascular Nursing or CoursePark of any commercial products displayed in conjunction with this activity. Course Code: 301A Course Approved: January 2012 Course Expires: January 2014 ...
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Advanced Cardiac Rhythm Interpretation
by Nursing CE Catalog
Contact Hours: 1.76 Course Description: This module includes a brief overview of bundle branch blocks, nodal blocks, uncommon arrhythmias, and aberrant beats. Course Objectives:Describe less common cardiac arrhythmias and their treatments Describe bundle branch and nodal blocks as well as their causes and treatments Discuss aberrant beats and their significance This continuing nursing education activity was approved by the PA State Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. DISCLOSURES Criteria for successful completion includes a passing score of 70% on the post-test offered at the end of this course. A Certificate of Completion will be issued to all those who pass the post-test. The planning committee members and all content specialists have declared no conflict of interest, no commercial support, no off-label use of products, and no financial relationships as it relates to this activity. Approval of the continuing education activity does not imply endorsement by the provider, ANCC, PA State Nurses Association or CoursePark of any commercial products displayed in conjunction with this activity. Course Code: 160-2-E-11-211A Course Approved: September 2011 Course Expires: September 2013 ...
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Talent Management: Basics
by Skillsoft
Would you be able to define talent management if someone asked you what it was? And would you be able to explain why it should be a top priority for organizations? Talent management focuses on recruiting, hiring, developing, and retaining the right talent to drive an organization's performance. This course helps clarify talent management's key role in helping an organization perform at its peak. It introduces and defines talent management, describing key concepts related to it. It also points to why effectively managing talent is so important. In addition, this course identifies the key activities associated with talent management and describes the roles played by managers in implementing a talent management strategy.Audience: Individuals who want to develop their talent management skillsObjectives: Talent Management: Basics recognize why talent management is important identify key concepts related to talent management identify key activities for each component of talent management recognize the role of managers in implementing a talent management strategy Duration: 1 ...
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Time Management Strategies
by Nursing CE Catalog
Contact Hours: 1.8 Course Description: This module includes a brief overview of time management principles and common myths. It also includes time management models and common barriers. Course Objectives:Define time management Discuss common myths of time management Describe time management models and common barriers to time management This continuing nursing education activity was approved by the PA State Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. DISCLOSURES Criteria for successful completion includes a passing score of 70% on the post-test offered at the end of this course. A Certificate of Completion will be issued to all those who pass the post-test. The planning committee members and all content specialists have declared no conflict of interest, no commercial support, no off-label use of products, and no financial relationships as it relates to this activity. Approval of the continuing education activity does not imply endorsement by the provider, ANCC, PA State Nurses Association or CoursePark of any commercial products displayed in conjunction with this activity. Course Code: 158-2-E-11-221L Course Approved: September 2011 Course Expires: September 2013 ...
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Setting and Managing Priorities within the Organization: Mission and Goals
by Skillsoft
Getting your priorities straight, no matter where you are in your organization, is about keeping a focus on your goals. It requires you to think about the bigger picture to ensure your department's work supports the strategic objectives of your organization as effectively as possible. This course helps you establish priorities for your group by ensuring that its goals are properly aligned with the company-wide goals and mission. It begins by clarifying the distinction between strategic, tactical, and operational goals. It then shows you how to create effective goals. Next it takes you through a step-by-step process for ensuring that the departmental goals you create are suitably aligned with the strategic objectives of the organization. This includes helping you identify imperatives for action that keep you focused and on track to meet your objectives and ensure your team is working effectively through properly identified priorities.Audience: Team leads, supervisors, managers, directors, and strategic planners who manage organizational priorities to drive organizational successObjectives: Setting and Managing Priorities within the Organization: Mission and Goals distinguish different kinds of business goals recognize the benefits of setting goals recognize how to set effective goals for organizational units align unit goals with company-wide goals and mission derive imperatives from unit goals Duration: 1 ...
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Financial Statements for Non-financial Professionals
by Skillsoft
Financial statements, including the Income Statement, the Cash Flow Statement, and the Balance Sheet, work as a dashboard of the financial performance of an organization. Knowing how these financial statements are created, and how they reflect the performance of the organization, helps non-financial professionals better understand how their own functional areas can affect the company's bottom line. These financial reports are also used by professionals in all areas for evaluating proposals, suppliers, competitors, markets, and the general condition of the industry they operate in. This course aims to familiarize you with these three financial statements and how they reflect an organization's overall activities and performance. This course takes you through the various sections of these statements and explains how each is calculated. Finally, the course demonstrates how common business transactions affect an organization's financial condition with the help of an example.Audience: Non-financial professionals who wish to become familiar with or refresh their knowledge of the financial statements and their elementsObjectives: Financial Statements for Non-financial Professionals calculate the gross profit, income from operations, and net income from given Income Statement data calculate the value of different types of cash flows in a Cash Flow Statement determine the value of Assets, Liabilities, and Shareholders' Equities in a Balance Sheet recognize how common business transactions affect an organization's financial statements in an example Duration: 1 ...
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Cash Flow Management Essentials for Non-financial Professionals
by Skillsoft
Cash flow management involves monitoring, analyzing, and adjusting your business's cash flows to maintain a steady flow of cash available for your activities when needed. Sustaining working capital while managing the flow of cash is often a challenge with many businesses. Sale of goods and services results in cash coming in, while paying bills, taxes, dividends, and the repayment of loans result in cash going out. This course provides some insights into managing cash flow in your area of operation. You are guided through the classification of cash flow into operating, investing, and financing activities. You are then introduced to the idea of the Total Business Float with help of a case-based example and how to recognize the implications of working capital on cash flow. Finally, some strategies for sound cash flow management are also presented.Audience: Non-financial professionals who wish to gain understanding or refresh their knowledge of finance and accountingObjectives: Cash Flow Management Essentials for Non-financial Professionals classify examples of cash flow as operating, investing, or financing activities calculate the potential cash gain when reducing the Total Business Float, given the annual sales volume, in a case-based example recognize the effect an increase or decrease in working capital has on cash flow determine which cash management techniques will help achieve the cash management strategy for a given scenario Duration: 1 ...
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Conflict Management
by Nursing CE Catalog
Contact Hours: 1.3 Course Description: This module includes a brief overview of conflict management to increase the learner’s understanding of the basis of conflict, methods to avoid conflict, and strategies to manage conflict. Course Objectives:Define internal and external conflict Describe three behaviors that cause conflict Explain three effective ways to manage and resolve conflict This continuing nursing education activity was approved by the PA State Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. DISCLOSURES Criteria for successful completion includes a passing score of 70% on the post-test offered at the end of this course. A Certificate of Completion will be issued to all those who pass the post-test. The planning committee members and all content specialists have declared no conflict of interest, no commercial support, no off-label use of products, and no financial relationships as it relates to this activity. Approval of the continuing education activity does not imply endorsement by the provider, ANCC, PA State Nurses Association or CoursePark of any commercial products displayed in conjunction with this activity. Course Code: 158-2-E-11-220L Course Approved: September 2011 Course Expires: September 2013 ...
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Leadership Essentials: Building Your Influence as a Leader
by Skillsoft
Why is it so hard to get people to agree to a good idea? Why are some leaders constantly faced with challenges and objections? Reaching agreement as a leader does not mean you should manipulate or force people to accept your ideas and accomplish your objectives; there are ethical ways for leaders to successfully build influence. Leaders attempting to influence and persuade others are faced with the challenges of navigating through organizational politics. An effective leader recognizes that organizational politics can provide positive ways to influence others in order to accomplish goals. In this course, you will be guided through numerous methods and strategies for effectively influencing a team to accept your ideas. You'll be introduced to the importance of political awareness and the essential skills involved in using positive politics and avoiding negative politics when persuading others. You'll also have an opportunity to practice methods for influencing effectively and ethically.Audience: Supervisors, managers, directors, and individuals wanting to develop their leadership skillsObjectives: Leadership Essentials: Building Your Influence as a Leader recognize and classify examples of techniques for influencing people recognize actions that use politics to influence others in a positive way use influence techniques to persuade others while avoiding the negative use of politics, in a given scenario Duration: 1 ...
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The Essentials of Budgeting for Non–financial Professionals
by Skillsoft
Professionals and functional managers in every department deal with budgets one way or another for providing targets and direction in their day-to-day decision making and control activities. The budget is a formal expression of the plans, goals, and objectives of an organization and familiarity with the essentials of the budget is expected at every level within that organization. This course aims to provide a basic understanding of budgets and their importance in allocating resources and guiding the activities in an organization. It helps you identify the characteristics of an effective budget and the key phases of the budgetary planning process. The course then provides a few examples of different types of budgets and the approaches to budgeting. Finally, the course takes you through variance analysis and how to use a variance report as part of the budgetary control process.Audience: Non-financial professionals who wish to gain understanding or refresh their knowledge of finance and accountingObjectives: The Essentials of Budgeting for Non–financial Professionals identify the characteristics of an effective budget sequence the key phases of the budgetary planning process match budget elements with the type of budget in which they should be recorded identify key characteristics, advantages, and limitations of two different approaches to budgeting recognize variances that are worth investigating Duration: 1 ...
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Respiratory Assessment
by Nursing CE Catalog
Contact Hours: 1.5 Course Description: This module provides an overview of methods to assist you in performing an adult respiratory assessment, breath sounds, normal and abnormal findings, pneumothorax and chest tube care, and appropriate nursing interventions. Course Objectives:Describe components of the airway patency assessment and indications and methods used for airway protection Explain pulse oximetry and list tips to ensure accurate readings Describe the lung sounds, recommended auscultation sites, and possible causes for abnormal sounds Outline methods for assessing the chest as related to respiratory assessment Differentiate between various potential respiratory complications Define pneumothorax and tension pneumothorax and their associated signs and symptoms Briefly discuss indications for and care of chest tubes This continuing nursing education activity was approved by the PA State Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. DISCLOSURES Criteria for successful completion includes a passing score of 70% on the post-test offered at the end of this course. A Certificate of Completion will be issued to all those who pass the post-test. The planning committee members and all content specialists have declared no conflict of interest, no commercial support, no off-label use of products, and no financial relationships as it relates to this activity. Approval of the continuing education activity does not imply endorsement by the provider, ANCC, PA State Nurses Association or CoursePark of any commercial products displayed in conjunction with this activity. Course Code: 159-2-E-11-84A Course Approved: September 2011 Course Expires: September 2013 ...
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Bladder Management
by Nursing CE Catalog
Contact Hours: 3.0 Course Description: This module includes basic information about the human urinary system, various types of urinary incontinence, conditions that may contribute to incontinence, examples of bladder control management, and treatment options. Course Objectives:Describe the normal function of the urinary system Differentiate the types of urinary incontinence Identify interventions, including medical options, that support the return to continence Formulate a treatment plan to address specific disorders and disease states This continuing nursing education activity was approved by the PA State Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. DISCLOSURES Criteria for successful completion includes a passing score of 70% on the post-test offered at the end of this course. A Certificate of Completion will be issued to all those who pass the post-test. The planning committee members and all content specialists have declared no conflict of interest, no commercial support, no off-label use of products, and no financial relationships as it relates to this activity. Approval of the continuing education activity does not imply endorsement by the provider, ANCC, PA State Nurses Association or CoursePark of any commercial products displayed in conjunction with this activity. Course Code: 152-2-E-11-259A Course Approved: September 2011 Course Expires: September 2013 ...
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Infection Control for Healthcare Professionals
by Nursing CE Catalog
Contact Hours: 4.7 Course Description: This program includes a compilation of the following courses: chain of infection, standard precautions, bloodborne pathogens, and hand hygiene. It also discusses the most common infectious agents in the hospital setting. Course Objectives:Identify the six links in the chain of infection Differentiate the terms: reservoirs, portals of exit and entry, and susceptible hosts Differentiate the most common infectious agents Explain the importance of proper hand hygiene Differentiate the use of antibacterial soap and waterless hand scrubs Define what is meant by standard precautions List and differentiate the three categories of 'barriers to prevention' Define what is meant by bloodborne pathogens Explain how hospital employees would help to prevent the transmission of bloodborne pathogens List the emergency and follow up procedures used post-exposure This continuing nursing education activity was approved by the PA State Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. DISCLOSURES Criteria for successful completion includes a passing score of 70% on the post-test offered at the end of this course. A Certificate of Completion will be issued to all those who pass the post-test. The planning committee members and all content specialists have declared no conflict of interest, no commercial support, no off-label use of products, and no financial relationships as it relates to this activity. Approval of the continuing education activity does not imply endorsement by the provider, ANCC, PA State Nurses Association or CoursePark of any commercial products displayed in conjunction with this activity. Course Code: 156-2-E-11-896C Course Approved: September 2011 Course Expires: September 2013 ...
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