Course
Carotid Endarterectomy
Contact Hours Awarded: 2
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Course Overview
Author: R.E. Hengsterman MSN, RN
This comprehensive course on Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA) delves into the pathology, diagnosis, and treatment of extracranial carotid disease, which is a leading cause of strokes due to arterial emboli. Participants will explore the anatomy and physiology of the carotid arteries, understand the mechanisms behind carotid stenosis, and learn about the clinical significance of atherosclerotic lesions at the bifurcation of the carotid artery. The course will cover the evolution of CEA techniques, patient selection criteria, and the indications for surgery, including symptomatic and asymptomatic carotid stenosis.
Course Outline
- Introduction
- Anatomy and Physiology of the Carotid Arteries
- Carotid Stenosis and Atherosclerosis
- Risk Factors and Stroke
- Indications
- History and Physical
- Comprehensive Management and Treatment Strategies for Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA)
- Indications
- Considerations
- Complications
- Angiography Risks
- Case Studies
- Conclusion
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.
In this course, we will discuss Carotid Endarterectomy. It will take the average learner 120 minutes to complete and awards 2 contact hours of continuing education.
Course Outcomes
After completing this course, the learner will rate a 4 out of 5 on the Likert Scale for their ability to:
- Discuss the origin, development, and progression of carotid artery disease.
- Recognize the clinical presentations and diagnostic approaches to managing carotid stenosis.
- Assess the risks and complications associated with carotid endarterectomy.
- Describe the role of carotid angioplasty and stenting (CAS) as alternatives to CEA for patients with restenosis following CEA or those with high surgical risk.
- Compare the different surgical techniques used in CEA, including conventional and eversion endarterectomy.
Target Audience
- Registered Nurses (RN)
- Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRN)
- Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN/LVN)
Requirement 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
Accreditations + 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)
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.
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Course Expires on: January 16, 2028
Course Offering: #561