Course
Frostbite Assessment and Treatment
Contact Hours Awarded: 2
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Course Overview
Author: Laura Kim
DNP, CPNP -AC/-PC, RN
This course provides an overview of how frostbite is classified and the management approach depending on its severity. Emphasis is placed on the pathophysiology of frostbite, especially freeze-thaw-refreeze injury, because this can significantly impact the severity of the damage. Severe frostbite injuries are frequently managed in burn units; however, this course is developed to enable nurses in burn units to confidently care for frostbite injuries and nurses practicing across many specialties, including the emergency department and primary care.
Course Outline
- Introduction
- Definitions
- Skin Anatomy
- Etiology
- Epidemiology
- Pathophysiology
- History and Physical Exam
- Laboratory Studies and Imaging
- Management
- Prevention
- Nursing Implications
- 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 Frostbite Assessment and Treatment. 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:
- Accurately apply the pathophysiology of frostbite to the identification and treatment of frostbite.
- Describe the consequences of a freeze-thaw-refreeze injury.
- Anticipate medical management for superficial and deep frostbite injuries.
- Address several frostbite prevention strategies with clients at risk for frostbite injuries.
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)
- New York State Department of Education (IC 208)
- New York State Department of Education Child Abuse #80996
- Florida Board of Nursing (50-23983)
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: March 19, 2028
Course Offering: #695