Vermont Physician Ebook Continuing Education

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ASSESSMENT AND MANAGEMENT OF PAIN AT THE END OF LIFE COURSE ONE | 2 CREDITS SATISFIES THE MANDATORY CME REQUIREMENT ON HOSPICE, PALLIATIVE CARE, OR PAIN MANAGEMENT

Because pain is frequently encountered in the palliative and hospice care environments, a knowledge of appropriate diagnosis and alleviation is vital to all members of the interdisciplinary team. A comprehensive discussion of these topics will provide the knowledge base necessary for all members of the interprofessional team to better understand the varied needs of their patients during the end-of-life period and to be better equipped to address those needs. OPIOID SAFETY: BALANCING BENEFITS AND RISKS COURSE TWO | 5 CREDITS SATISFIES THE MANDATORY CME REQUIREMENT ON PRESCRIBING CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES The purpose of this course is to provide clinicians who prescribe or distribute opioids with an appreciation for the complexities of opioid prescribing and the dual risks of litigation due to inadequate pain control and drug diversion or misuse in order to provide the best possible patient care and to prevent a growing social problem.

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ASTHMA: DIAGNOSIS AND MANAGEMENT COURSE THREE | 10 CREDITS

Asthma is increasingly common, and most healthcare professionals will encounter patients with the condition. The purpose of this course is to provide nurses and pharmacy professionals with up-to-date, accurate information regarding the diagnosis and management of asthma and long-term outcomes for those with the condition.

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FINAL EXAMINATION ANSWER SHEET REQUIRED TO RECEIVE CREDIT

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