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Impact of Recurrent C.Diff Infections

Contact Hours Awarded: 1

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Course Overview

Impact of Recurrent C.Diff Infections

Author: R.E. Hengsterman, MSN, RN

This course offers a detailed exploration of Clostridioides difficile infection (CDI), covering its spectrum from asymptomatic carrier states to severe complications including fulminant colitis and extra-colonic manifestations. The recurrent nature of CDI underscores the necessity for ongoing vigilance and the development of novel treatment strategies. 

Course Outline

  1. Introduction 
  2. Case Study  
  3. Epidemiology 
  4. Pathophysiology 
  5. Clinical Signs and Symptoms 
  6. Etiology 
  7. Risk Factors for Disease 
  8. Long-Term Impact 
  9. Treatment 
  10. Research Findings  
  11. 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 Impact of Recurrent C.Diff Infections​. It will take the average learner 60 minutes to complete and awards 1 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:

  1. Discuss the epidemiology and pathophysiology of Clostridioides difficile infections.
  2. Identify the clinical manifestations and risk factors for Clostridioides difficile infections.
  3. Explain treatment strategies for Clostridioides difficile infections.

Target Audience

  • Registered Nurses (RN)
  • Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRN)
  • Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN/LVN)

Requirement for Completion

  1. Enrollment in the course by the learner
  2. Read and learn all course materials
  3. Complete the course evaluation
  4. 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 created on: September 10, 2024

Course Expires on: September 10, 2027

Course Offering: #344

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