Course Code: REL-PAC-0-WCNU
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2025
Learning Objectives:
Define lower extremity neuropathic disease (LEND).
Classify the three types of neuropathy and how they contribute to the pathophysiology of neuropathic foot ulcerations.
Identify how to perform a foot exam and ulcer assessment.
Select evidence-based management of diabetic neuropathic ulcers.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Lower Extremity Neuropathic Disease
Definition of LEND
Types and Causes of LEND
Prevalence and Incidence of LEND
Classification of Peripheral Neuropathy
Diagnosing LEND
Review
Summary
Section 3: Assessment of Neuropathic Foot Ulcers
Pathophysiology of Neuropathic Foot Ulcers
Assessment of the Ulcer
Systems for Classification of Neuropathic Foot Ulcers
Review
Summary
Section 4: Management of Neuropathic Foot Ulcers
Offloading
Management of Bioburden
Topical Care
Advanced Therapies
Adjunctive Therapies
Surgical Interventions
Individual Education
Review
Summary
Section 5: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor
Resources
References
Instructor: Mary Arnold Long, DNP, APRN, CRRN, CWOCN-AP, ACNS-BC
Mary Arnold Long received her BSN from the College of Mount St. Joseph, her MSN from the University of Cincinnati, her ET Certificate from Abbott Northwestern Hospital and her DNP from Otterbein University. Dr. Arnold Long has over 35 years of nursing experience and over 25 years as an expert board-certified wound, ostomy, and continence nurse practicing in multiple settings. Her contributions to evidence-based practice and literature include colostomy irrigation; body worn absorptive garments; interventions post-catheter removal; assessment, management and coding of moisture-associated skin damage; and classification of device-related pressure injuries/ulcers.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Nursing Personnel; in the following settings: Skilled Nursing Facility.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.