Course
Osteoporosis Management
Contact Hours Awarded: 2
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Course Overview
Author: R.E. Hengsterman MSN, RN
This course offers an exploration of osteoporosis, a prevalent condition affecting 10 million individuals in the U.S. Osteoporosis is characterized by reduced bone density, weakened bone structure, and an elevated risk of fractures.
Participants will examine osteoporosis from foundational pathophysiology to advanced treatment options. Key topics include bone mineral density (BMD) assessment using dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA), clinical risk evaluation, and the multifaceted impacts of osteoporotic fractures, including disability, healthcare costs, and mortality risk. The course covers non-pharmacological management strategies such as calcium and vitamin D optimization, weight-bearing exercises, and fall prevention, alongside pharmacological options, including bisphosphonates, denosumab, parathyroid hormone analogs, and emerging agents like cathepsin K inhibitors.
Course Outline
- Introduction
- Epidemiology
- Case Study
- Pathophysiology
- Screening and Diagnosis
- Non-Pharmacological Management of Osteoporosis
- Pharmacological Management of Osteoporosis
- 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 Osteoporosis Management. It will take the average learner 60 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:
- Describe the pathophysiology and epidemiology of osteoporosis and its impact on public health.
- Identify effective screening and diagnostic techniques for assessing bone mineral density and fracture risk.
- Explore various non-pharmacological and pharmacological treatment options, considering cost-effectiveness and patient-specific factors.
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: January 22, 2028
Course Offering: #645