(DOWNLOAD) "Renal Disease and Failure" by NetCE ~ Book PDF Kindle ePub Free
eBook details
- Title: Renal Disease and Failure
- Author : NetCE
- Release Date : January 01, 2018
- Genre: Education,Books,Professional & Technical,Medical,
- Pages : * pages
- Size : 275 KB
Description
The purpose of this course is to provide primary care clinicians with the information necessary to appropriately identify and treat renal disease, with the objective of minimizing the long-term effects and complications of the disease. In addition, members of the public may use this course to enhance their personal knowledge of the subject matter presented.
Upon completion of this course, you should be able to:
1. Define the various types of renal failure and disease.
2. Describe the impact of renal disease on public health.
3. Outline the pathophysiology of chronic kidney disease and renal failure.
4. Identify the clinical signs and symptoms of chronic kidney disease and renal failure.
5. Discuss the diagnostic tests used to identify and stage renal failure.
6. Analyze the management of the various stages of renal failure, including potential cardiovascular, hematologic, metabolic, and psychologic complications.
7. Compare and contrast various aspects of hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis.
8. Discuss the process and indications for renal transplantation.
9. Evaluate the risks of using contrast media in patients with existing renal disease.
10. Identify special considerations for renal disease in specific patient populations.
11. Analyze possible mental health issues that may arise in patients with renal disease.
12. Describe the key aspect of patient and family teaching for each stage of renal failure.
This 10-hour continuing education course is available for download for professional development; if continuing education credit is desired, please see instructions included in eBook.