New Mexico Nurse Complete CE Renewal Package: 30 Contact Hours

Domestic Violence

At the conclusion of this activity, participants will be able to:

• Define domestic violence
• Describe the various categories of domestic violence
• Identify underlying motivating factors that contribute to domestic violence
• Describe the prevalence of domestic violence in the United States
• Describe the phases of the domestic abuse cycle
• Identify groups at high risk for domestic violence
• Describe the common characteristics of both domestic violence victims and perpetrators
• Identify common warning signs of domestic violence
• Describe best practices in screening for domestic violence and assessing the needs of domestic violence victims
• Identify the role of the health care professional in reporting domestic violence and assisting victims

Alzheimer's Disease

At the end of this course, the student will be able to:

• Identify early, middle, and late findings associated with dementia
• Discuss three causes of reversible dementia
• List three diagnostic tests that aid in the diagnosis and treatment of dementia
• Describe three non-medical interventions to aid patients with dementia
• Discuss the risks and benefits of medications used to treat behavior disturbances in dementia

Hypertension: A Review of the Silent Killer

By the end of this course, the participant will be able to:

• Describe what primary hypertension is
• Explain the difference between primary and secondary hypertension
• Identify four risk factors for developing hypertension
• Describe how hypertension may damage other organs
• Explain lifestyle changes that may be used to treat primary hypertension

An Introduction to Opioid Use Disorders

Upon completion of the course, you should be able to:

• Discuss the increasing prevalence of opioids in drug abuse and drug-related deaths in the United States
• Distinguish the difference between opiates and opioids
• Name examples of opioids, both natural and synthetic
• Identify the primary factor contributing to the rise of opioid abuse in the United States
• Name the new diagnosis designated to opioid abuse and/or dependence in the DSM-V
• Identify signs of opioid abuse
• Identify signs of opioid overdose
• Discuss opioid withdrawal and identify likely signs of this
• Name the three symptoms signs found in the Opioid Overdose Triad
• Discuss the initial treatment of an opioid overdose

The Trials and Tribulations of Tinnitus

By the end of this course, the participant will:

• Describe what tinnitus is, and identify 2 types and 3 subtypes
• Identify demographic groups at particular risk of developing tinnitus
• Discuss causes or associated conditions and their impact on patient care
• Give examples of the negative health consequences of tinnitus
• Explain elements of nursing assessment required by these patients and the types of interventions that may be helpful