 Reactivation
of the varicella-zoster virus causes shingles, or herpes zoster. Update
your knowledge of this infection by reading Herpes
Zoster: Prevention, Diagnosis, and Treatment-2008 Update.
(2 contact hours/1 advanced pharmacology hour)
Advances in Skin & Wound Care:
The Journal for Prevention and Healing
Have practices and attitudes about
medication safety changed over the past 6 years? Find out by examining
Getting
to the Root of Medication Errors.
(3.5 contact hours) Nursing2008
Proper management of indwelling
catheters is essential to minimize the occurrence of associated urinary
tract infections. Review one aspect of catheter care by reading Securing
the Indwelling Catheter.
(2.5 contact hours) AJN, American
Journal of Nursing
Colorectal cancer is the 3rd most
common type of cancer among men and women. Brush up on screening recommendations
by exploring Colon
Cancer Screening: Recommendations and Barriers to Patient Participation.
(2 contact hours) The Nurse Practitioner:
The American Journal of Primary Health Care
Review our Recommended
CE list on incontinence-associated dermatitis, lead hazards
for pregnant women and children, enhancing nurse retention and quality
of care...
 Review insulin categories and the
importance of correct administration. Don't miss Hold
the Insulin! Or Maybe Not.
Nursing2008
Obesity is associated with many complications,
including heart disease, diabetes, and renal disease. Discover important
things to consider when caring for The
Obese Patient in the ED.
AJN, American Journal of Nursing
 Nearly
5 million people in the U.S. are afflicted with gout. Brush up on this
disorder caused by defects in purine metabolism by reading Gout:
Tips on Diagnosis, Treatment, and Patient Education.
The Nurse Practitioner: The American Journal of Primary Health Care
Patients with cystic fibrosis are
living longer than ever before, even well into their late 30s. Review
the genetics of CF and how the various organ systems are affected in Helping
Patients Cope with Cystic Fibrosis.
Nursing Made Incredibly Easy!
Browse our Recommended
Readings about coping with cystic fibrosis, developing a
framework for patient safety, standards of care for diabetes and more.
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