Medical Cannabis in Epilepsy Treatment

Course Overview

Course Outline

1. Introduction
2. Brief Overview of Epilepsy
   1. Incidence
   2. Pathophysiology
   3. Signs and Symptoms
   4. Causes
3. Common Treatments for Epilepsy and Seizures
4. History and Background on Medical Cannabis Use
5. State and Federal Regulations
6. Indication of Use for Epilepsy
   1. Clinical Criteria
   2. Mechanism of Action
7. Contraindications
8. Nursing Implications
9. Current and Upcoming Research
10. Patient Education
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 Medical Cannabis in Epilepsy Treatment. It will take the average learner 210 minutes to complete and awards 3.5 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 evolving landscape of Cannabis therapeutics. 
2. Recognize the legal and ethical considerations of Cannabis within the treatment of Epilepsy. 
3. Interpret the history, classifications, and terminologies associated with epilepsy to enable a more nuanced, evidence-based approach to patient care. 
4. Discuss the socioeconomic and demographic factors contributing to the incidence and prevalence of epilepsy, particularly in low/middle-income countries, to better understand and address healthcare disparities. 
5. Demonstrate robust strategies for patient education, emphasizing the need for accurate, evidence-based information to help patients make informed choices about their treatment options. 

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

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.