Course
Infusion Therapy for Multiple Sclerosis
Contact Hours Awarded: 2
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Course Overview
Author: Charmaine Robinson
MSN-Ed, BSN, RN
Designed for nurses at various levels working in outpatient settings, this course is a basic overview of Infusion Therapy in the treatment of Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Learners will explore the basics of MS, including etiology, clinical manifestations, diagnostic criteria, and long-term impact on quality of life. Finally, this course will cover intravenous infusion therapy and the nurse’s role before, during, and after administration.
Course Outline
- Introduction
- Definition
- Global and National Findings
- Etiology/ Pathophysiology
- Types
- Physical Manifestations
- Psychological Manifestations
- Impact on Quality of Life
- Nursing Management
- Pharmacological Treatment: Infusion Therapy
- The Nurse’s Role in Infusion Therapy
- New Research
- Resources for Patients and Families
- 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 Infusion Therapy for Multiple Sclerosis. 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:
- Explain the etiology and pathophysiology of multiple sclerosis and its impact on the central nervous system.
- Identify common symptoms, progression patterns, and treatment goals of MS.
- Describe the various IV medications used in MS treatment.
- Discuss the indications, mechanisms of action, potential side effects, and nursing considerations for each IV therapy used in MS management.
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: December 04, 2027
Course Offering: #530