Colon Cancer: Recognizing the Signs
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Colon cancer is an abnormal, unregulated growth within the lining of the colon or rectum, both parts of the large intestine. The colon is the longest part of the large intestine and is divided into four sections: the ascending colon, the transverse colon, the descending colon, and the sigmoid colon. The innermost layer of the colon, the mucosa, is lined with a single cell layer of epithelial cells. A genetic mutation in these cells can result in a polyp, which can become cancerous, leading to the development of colon cancer. This course provides an overview of colon cancer, its characteristics, risk factors, preventative testing, early signs and symptoms, and treatment options.
Subject areas
This course counts toward the state boards and subject areas below.
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
Georgia Board of Nursing
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Professional Nurse
New Hampshire Board of Nursing
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Nurse
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
Tennessee Board of Nursing
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Nurse
West Virginia Board of Registered Nurses
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Registered Nurse
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Course Objectives
Upon completion of the independent study, the learner will be able to:
- Describe the large intestine and how abnormalities can lead to colon cancer.
- Summarize the various types of colon cancer and their treatment options.
- Identify common risk factors, early signs, and symptoms of colon cancer.
- Review the stages of colon cancer.
- Summarize preventative testing to reduce the risk of colon cancer.
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Disclosures
Cheap CE For Nurses, Inc and its authors have no disclosures. There is no commercial support.