Extremity Assessment QL
by Nursing CE Catalog
Contact Hours: 1.0 Course Description: This module includes a comprehensive guide to performing an extremity assessment. Extremity Assessment discusses the components and timing of the extremities assessment during the physical assessment. Risk factors and vulnerable populations for skin breakdown are also offered. Course Objectives:Discuss the components and timing of the extremities assessment during the physical assessment
Briefly discuss the risk factors associated with the development of decubitus ulcer formation
Identify vulnerable populations and assessment considerations in preventing skin breakdown
Discuss documentation requirements for the extremity 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-11-847AQL Course Approved: September 2011 Course Expires: September 2013
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