An Introduction to Poliomyelitis
This online continuing education (CEU/CE) course provides nurses with a comprehensive overview of poliomyelitis, including its virology, transmission, clinical manifestations, and historical significance. This course provides an historical overview of poliomyelitis, strains of the poliovirus, types of polio, how to diagnose poliomyelitis, treatments, vaccine development, herd immunity, and polio vaccination advice for travelers. The course also examines global eradication efforts and the nurse's role in surveillance, education, and advocacy. Designed to enhance clinical knowledge and public health awareness, this course equips nurses with the tools to better provide person-centered care to polio survivors and respond to potential outbreaks effectively.
Objectives
Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
- Describe the pathway of poliovirus transmission.
- Name the global organization overseeing polio vaccination.
- Identify the strains of poliovirus.
- List symptoms of poliomyelitis infection.
- Tell about tests used to diagnose poliomyelitis.
- Name the three classifications of polio.
Curriculum
Chapter 1: Introduction
- Transmission
- Historical Outbreaks
- Quarantines
- 1940s & 1950s Hospital Care for Poliomyelitis
- The Iron Lung
Chapter 2: Nursing Care for Polio Patients
- The Sister Kenny Method
- Surgical Procedures and Mobility Aids
- The Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI)
Chapter 3: Strains of Polioviruses
- Poliomyelitis Symptoms
- Diagnosis of Poliomyelitis
Chapter 4: Scientists Develop the Polio Vaccine
- The Salk Vaccine
- The Sabin Vaccine
- Novel Oral Polio Vaccine
- Herd Immunity
- Polio Vaccines for Travelers
Chapter 5: The Importance of Knowledge of Polio Today
- References
- California Implicit Bias Information
Price: $12.00
Contact Hour: 1
Course Author
Susan L. Schoenbeck
Susan L. Schoenbeck, MSN, RN is a master’s prepared nurse educator. Her professional background includes critical care nursing, university nursing education and administration, along with a clinical specialty of death and spiritual care. She is the author of six books, including POLIO GIRL: It Only Takes One.
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