Pneumonia in Older Adults

Course Overview

Course Outline

1. Introduction 
2. Statistical Evidence/Epidemiology 
3. Etiology/Causes in Older Adults 
4. Types of Pneumonia 
5. Pathophysiology 
6. Signs and Symptoms of Pneumonia 
7. Treatment 
8. Complications 
9. Considerations for Aspiration Pneumonia 
10. Patient and Family 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 Pneumonia in Older Adults. It will take the average learner 90 minutes to complete and awards 1.5 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 epidemiology and etiology of pneumonia 
2. Describe the signs, symptoms, and physical exam findings of pneumonia 
3. Summarize various nursing interventions when caring for patients with pneumonia  

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

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