Course
Medical Cannabis for Pain Management in the Cancer Patient
Contact Hours Awarded: 1
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Course Overview
Author: R.E. Hengsterman MSN, RN
This course will provide learners with a comprehensive update on the latest research and development, legislative changes, use of cannabis for a variety of medical conditions, including cancer, and its effects on the endocannabinoid system.
Course Outline
- Introduction
- Definitions
- Cannabis and the Endocannabinoid System
- Indications for Use (THC, CBD)
- Current Cancer-Related Research
- Federal and State Regulations
- Legalization in Different Countries
- Implications for Nursing Practice
- 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 Medical Cannabis for Pain Management in the Cancer Patient. 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:
- Recognize the potential benefits and risks of using cannabis for pain management in cancer and other symptoms of cancer treatment.
- Describe how cannabis interacts with the endocannabinoid system.
- Discuss the implications of cannabis use for nursing practice.
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: August 16, 2027
Course Offering: #217