Breast Reconstruction Surgery after Mastectomy
Contact Hours: 1
Author(s):
Abbie Schmitt MSN, RN
What's included?
Course Overview
In this course, learners will explore types of breast reconstructive surgery after mastectomy, indications, common myths, and patient education tips.
Course Outline
- Introduction
- Overview of Breast Cancer and Statistics
- Types of Mastectomies
- Types of Breast Reconstruction Surgeries
- Preparing for Surgery
- Patient Education
- Common Misconceptions
- Conclusion
Course Outcomes
After completing this course, the learner will rate a 4 out of 5 on the Likert Scale for their ability to:
- Explain the different types of breast reconstructive surgeries.
- List common misconceptions surrounding mastectomies and breast reconstructive surgeries.
- Explain the importance of patient education prior to and following the breast reconstructive procedure.
Accreditations and Approvals
- American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) (P0614)
- California Board of Registered Nursing (CEP 17418)
- Kentucky Board of Nursing (7-0090)
- Louisiana State Board of Nursing (58)
- Florida Board of Nursing (50-23983)
- Delaware Board of Nursing (DE-24-010127)
- Alabama Board of Nursing (#ABNP1577)
- Iowa Board of Nursing (#393)
- Kansas Board of Nursing (LT0340-0325)
Approved by the Board of Nursing in every state, you can complete your RN, LVN, and APRN CEUs with confidence.
Accreditation Statement
Nursing CE Central LLC is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.
It will take the average learner 60 minutes to complete and awards 1 contact hours of continuing education.
Written For
- Registered Nurses (RN)
- Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRN)
- Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN/LVN)
Requirements for Completion
- Enrollment in the course by the learner
- Read and learn all course materials
- Complete the course evaluation
- Attest and testify learning of the course materials
Disclosure of Relevant Financial Relationships
Nursing CE Central nor any of the authors, planners, content experts, or any contributors have any relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.
Course created on: August 7, 2024
Course expires on: August 7, 2027
Course Offering: #233
Course expires on: August 7, 2027
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