Course Code: REL-CAN-PAC-0-CFIMPP
Hours: 0.5
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2028
Learning Objectives:
Define constipation and fecal impaction.
Describe common interventions used to prevent constipation and fecal impaction.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: The Facts about Constipation
Fact or Fiction
Healthy Bowel Habits
Constipation and Fecal Impaction
Controllable Factors
Elimination Needs
Assistance
Uncontrollable Factors
The Impact of Medications
Documentation
Review
Summary
Section 3: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor
References
Subject Matter Expert: Elizabeth Vaccaro, BSN RN
Elizabeth Vaccaro earned her Bachelor of Science in nursing from Kean University. She has worked as a Multiple Sclerosis Nurse Educator. Elizabeth has worked in a variety of healthcare settings from the hospital to the pharmaceutical industry which has allowed her to have a great appreciation for all the challenges that span the healthcare field. She has practiced in the hospice setting for nine years in a variety of roles from Case Manager, Educator, and Director of both inpatient and home care hospice.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: All Staff; 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.