Course Code: REL-ACU-0-MANLDHF
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2028
Learning Objectives:
Identify the key clinical manifestations of liver disease and acute hepatic failure, including laboratory findings and physical assessment indicators.
Evaluate strategies for preventing and managing complications associated with hepatic failure.
Discuss evidence-based pharmacological and supportive care interventions for managing hepatic failure in acute care settings.
Outline:
Section 1: Physiology of the Liver, Diseases, and Liver Failure
About This Course
Liver Diseases
Key Takeaways
Section 2: Infectious Pathophysiology and Diagnostic Testing
Viral Hepatitis
Invasive and Noninvasive Options
Key Takeaways
Section 3: Medication Safety and Treatment
Pharmacologic Considerations
Management
Nutrition
Patient Education
Key Takeaways
Section 4: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributors
References
Writer: Monica Caicedo Orellana, MS, RN, OCN
Monica Caicedo Orellana, MS, RN, OCN, is an SME writer for Relias with over 20 years of acute care experience in nursing. She has served in several leadership roles in the acute care setting, the medical-surgical division, and as a nurse educator. She has mentored nurses in renal and oncology specialties. She has been involved in various institutional committees and quality improvement projects. Monica is passionate about professional nursing standards and fostering an environment of continuous lifelong learning as an instrument to improve patient care.
Reviewer: Meghan Sickinger, PharmD
Meghan Sickinger, PharmD, graduated from the University of Rhode Island, College of Pharmacy. She has years of experience working in a community setting as a manager and a staff pharmacist. Currently, she works as a clinical pharmacist in the hospital setting, where she has worked in acute care, general medicine and the anticoagulation clinic. Meghan is enthusiastic about continued learning and believes that it keeps pharmacists updated on the latest advancements in medication therapy, ensuring they can provide optimal care and improve patient outcomes.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Advanced Practice Nurses; Medical Providers; Nursing Personnel; Pharmacists; in the following settings: Ambulatory Care, Hospitals: Acute, Hospitals: Critical Access (CAHs).
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To earn continuing education credit for this course you must achieve a passing score of 80% on the post-test and complete the course evaluation.
Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.