Course
Interstitial Nephritis
Contact Hours Awarded: 1
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Course Overview
Author: Devon Capristo MSN, ARNP
This course will provide an in-depth discussion of interstitial nephritis (IN) tailored for nurses. Learners will gain an understanding of the definition, etiology, epidemiology, pathophysiology, treatment, and much more. Key takeaways from this CE article include how to manage patients with IN, understand the signs and symptoms of IN, and ultimately how to offer supportive care for patients undergoing treatment and management of IN. Through the use of evidence-based practice and thought-provoking questions, the reader will be equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to provide compassionate and complete care to patients recovering from IN.
Course Outline
- Introduction
- Definition
- Etiology
- Epidemiology
- Pathophysiology
- Presenting signs and symptoms
- Clinical work-up and diagnosis
- Treatment
- Prognosis
- Supportive care and Nursing Interventions
- 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 Interstitial Nephritis. 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:
- Understand the basics behind the etiology, epidemiology, and pathophysiology of interstitial nephritis.
- List the signs and symptoms of interstitial nephritis.
- Understand the important role nurses play in the evaluation and treatment of a patient with interstitial nephritis.
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: October 23, 2027
Course Offering: #549