Course
Rotator Cuff Treatment and Recovery
Contact Hours Awarded: 2
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Course Overview
Author: Jillian Hay-Roe BSN, CIC
This course is designed to provide nurses with the knowledge and skills necessary to care for patients undergoing rotator cuff surgery, covering preoperative and postoperative care, patient education, and the role of the nurse in promoting optimal recovery. Participants will explore the anatomy and function of the rotator cuff, common surgical approaches, potential complications, and evidence-based nursing protocols.
Course Outline
- Introduction
- Basic Shoulder Anatomy
- Pathophysiology
- Epidemiology
- Clinical Signs and Symptoms
- Assessment
- Treatment
- Rotator Cuff Repair Surgery
- Other Painful Shoulder Problems
- 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 Rotator Cuff Treatment and Recovery. It will take the average learner 120 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:
- Review and improve understanding of the anatomy and pathophysiology of rotator cuff injuries.
- Review treatment methods for rotator cuff tears, especially surgical intervention.
- Apply knowledge of rotator cuff pathophysiology and treatments to provide patient education for individuals with rotator cuff tears, especially for those undergoing surgery.
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 24, 2028
Course Offering: #578