COPD & Asthma: Monitoring & Education

Tracking # 20-1370210

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Educator ACADEMY OF LYMPHATIC STUDIES

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Method Computer-Based Training

Course overview

This intermediate-level continuing education course provides nurses with evidence-based knowledge and practical skills to monitor, assess, and educate patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and asthma. Learners will explore disease pathophysiology, symptom monitoring, pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic management, and patient-centered education strategies. Emphasis is placed on improving patient outcomes through early recognition of exacerbations, proper inhaler use, adherence strategies, and effective communication. Case-based scenarios and applied learning reinforce clinical decision-making in diverse care settings.

Subject areas

This course counts toward the state boards and subject areas below.

Florida Board of Nursing

APRN Temporary Certificate for Practice in Areas of Critical Need

4h General

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse

4h General

Licensed Practical Nurse

4h General

Registered Nurse

4h General

Disclosure statements

Continuing Education Course (4 CE Hours)

Target Audience: Registered Nurses (RN), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN)

Format: Asynchronous, self-paced

Upon completion, participants will be able to:

Differentiate between COPD and asthma pathophysiology and clinical presentation.
Identify appropriate monitoring strategies for stable and exacerbating patients.
Apply evidence-based pharmacologic management principles.
Educate patients on inhaler techniques and adherence strategies.
Recognize early warning signs of exacerbations and implement interventions.
Develop individualized patient education plans.