The purpose of this educational offering is to familiarize the healthcare professional with the issues surrounding COVID-19, a coronavirus that is currently causing a healthcare pandemic. This novel or new coronavirus was identified in 2019, and is currently causing illness and death worldwide. As this viral infection takes a financial, medical, and emotional toll on the worldwide population, it is imperative that all healthcare workers have a basic understanding of the virus, its symptoms, and transmission, and most importantly, what measures can be taken to lower the risk of infection in all areas of work and home. The Post Acute Care sector cares for the most vulnerable population and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services has specific guidelines for facilities to follow. This course will discuss current treatment options, basic healthcare laws as they relate to public health emergencies, healthcare provider burnout and moral injury as the pandemic persists.
Disclaimer: COVID-19 is a new disease and research on its treatment is constantly changing (updating). For the most current information on COVID-19, please check with reliable sources, many of which are listed on the reference page, for the latest up to date treatment guidelines.
Upon completion of this course participants will be able to:
Chapter 1: Introduction, and Learning Objectives
Chapter 2: Origin and Pathophysiology of COVID-19
Chapter 3: COVID-19 and Vulnerable Populations
Chapter 4: COVID-19 and Emerging Treatment Options
Chapter 5: Nursing Homes: Preparing to Deal with a Pandemic
Chapter 6: Legalities
Chapter 7: When the Caregiver Becomes the Patient
Chapter 8: Caring for the Caregiver
Chapter 9: References
Chapter 10: Appendix
Maureen graduated nursing school in 1981 and has spent her years in the Emergency and Trauma field, including nursing positions as the Emergency Department Manager, Director of Staff Education, Trauma Coordinator, Cardiology Nurse Navigator, and Stroke Program Manager.
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