Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis: Diagnosis, Management, and Patient-Centered Care
Tracking # 20-1350511
$19.00
What you'll learn
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
1. Describe the pathophysiology, risk factors, and clinical features of osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.
2. Identify appropriate diagnostic strategies and assessment tools for OA and RA.
3. Apply evidence-based interventions and patient-centered approaches to manage symptoms and improve outcomes in individuals with arthritis.
Course overview
This continuing education course provides healthcare professionals with a comprehensive overview of osteoarthritis OA and rheumatoid arthritis RA, focusing on pathophysiology, clinical presentation, diagnostic evaluation, and evidence based management strategies. The course emphasizes patient-centered care, interdisciplinary approaches, and strategies to optimize function, reduce pain, and improve quality of life. Participants will gain the knowledge and skills needed to differentiate between OA and RA, recognize early disease manifestations, and implement effective interventions.
Subject areas
This course counts toward the state boards and subject areas below.
Alabama State Board of Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapist
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Arizona Board of Athletic Training
Athletic Trainer
Arizona Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners
Occupational Therapist
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Arizona State Board of Physical Therapy
Physical Therapist
Physical Therapy Assistant
Arkansas State Board of Nursing
Certified Nurse Midwife
Certified Nurse Practitioner
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Licensed Practical Nurse
Licensed Psychiatric Technician Nurse
Registered Nurse
Registered Nurse Practitioner
District of Columbia Board of Nursing
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Nurse
Florida Board of Nursing
APRN Temporary Certificate for Practice in Areas of Critical Need
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Nurse
Florida Council of Licensed Midwifery
Licensed Midwife
Georgia Board of Nursing
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Professional Nurse
Georgia State Board of Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapist
Occupational Therapy Assistant
New Mexico Board of Nursing
Certified Nurse Practitioner
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Nurse
North Dakota Board of Nursing
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Nurse
South Carolina Board of Nursing
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Nurse
West Virginia Board of Registered Nurses
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Registered Nurse
Disclosure statements
Participant achievement of the stated learning objectives is evaluated through completion of a post-test examination and review of case-based scenarios. A minimum passing score of 70% is required for successful completion.