Identify the prevalence and impacts of diabetic foot ulcers. Describe the elements of an interdisciplinary approach to care. Discuss the importance of effective patient teaching. Summarize the importance of preventive measures for diabetic foot care. Describe the role of diabetic peripheral neuropathy and Charcotosteoarthropathy in the development of diabetic foot ulcers. List the steps that comprise a foot assessment in patients with diabetes. Summarize the management program for patients with diabetic foot ulcers.
Describe the important components of off-loading in the prevention and treatment of diabetic foot ulcers.
Discuss amputation as it relates to diabetic foot ulcers.

Discuss the incidence of HIV/AIDS in Florida. Outline the etiology and stages of HIV infection. Describe modes of transmission for HIV. Summarize Florida's HIV testing-related requirements.

 

REQUIRED: Fulfills the 1-hour HIV/AIDS continuing education requirement for RNs, LPNs, and CNAs in Florida. Overview of incidence, etiology, stages, and FL testing-related requirements.

Identify risk factors and signs of impairment in the workplace. Describe indicators of possible diversion of controlled substances. Discuss barriers to early identification of impaired nurses. Understand regulatory mandates that govern discipline and treatment of impaired nurses in Florida. Summarize the essential steps to report or refer a nurse who may be impaired. Outline the services provided by the Intervention Project for Nurses in Florida. Describe employer initiatives aimed at prevention and early identification of impairment in the workplace.

Define "domestic violence" according to Florida law. Identify the different types of domestic violence. Describe who is affected by domestic violence. Discuss the healthcare implications and adverse effects of domestic violence. List common risk factors, lethality issues, and dynamics of abuse. Recognize the signs and symptoms of domestic violence. Discuss appropriate documentation in cases of suspected domestic violence. Summarize Florida's mandatory reporting, information sharing, and referral requirements. Identify community resources and victim services and protections.

Describe the role of the Florida Board of Nursing. Contrast the Florida Board of Nursing with nursing professional organizations and the Florida Nurses Association. Discuss the levels of nursing practice in Florida. Explain the factors for safe delegation to unlicensed assistive personnel. Identify the requirements for renewing a nursing license in Florida. Explain how the nursing Code of Ethics guides nursing practice. Discuss Florida nursing law violations and subsequent disciplinary/rehabilitation actions.

Describe heart failure. Summarize the epidemiology of heart failure. Discuss the pathophysiology and etiology of heart failure. Explain the relationship between heart failure and comorbidities. List diagnostic methods to determine presence and severity. Describe pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic treatment measures for heart failure. Explain the multidisciplinary approach to cardiac rehabilitation. Discuss patient education strategies to prevent recurrence and rehospitalization.

Define medical errors and associated terminology. Describe factors that impact the occurrence of medical errors. Review the most common medical errors and processes to improve patient outcomes. Identify populations with special vulnerability to medical errors. Discuss Florida’s statutory requirements for addressing medical errors.