ONLINE 2-Day Clinical Skills and Procedure CME Workshop

Description

This is the ONLINE VERSION of our 2-Day CME workshop!  Learn about EKG interpretation and current guidelines, Pulmonary Disorders, Radiology interpretation, Deadly skin conditions, and practice hands-on procedures!  You’ll have all of the access to all of the content we offer at the live program – except for the hands-on procedure exposure.  This program does not include our suture simulator, but does include the online Suture Course, which will allow you to learn and practice on your own.

Accreditation

This activity has been reviewed by the AAPA Review Panel and is complaint with AAPA CME Criteria.  AAPA credits are generally accepted by all Physician Assistant and Nurse Practitioner accrediting bodies.  Physicians may also claim participation credit and will receive a letter of completion.

 

 

ONLINE Workshop Contents

 

Cardiac Disorders	Course Introduction Cardiac Overview EKG Interpretation Acute MI (recognition, management) Common Dysrhythmias Electrolyte Abnormalities and rhythm impacts Condition blocks Bundle Branch Blocks Application to practice
Pulmonary Disorders	Pulmonary Overview Basic Airway Assessment Pneumothorax Asthma Management COPD Management Supplemental Oxygenation Wells Criteria PERC Rule Using D-Dimer Pulmonary Embolism Treatment of Pulmonary Embolism
Introduction to Radiology – Chest and Abdomen	Overview of Radiograph Interpretation Chest, Shoulder, Clavicle Radiographs Systemic Reading Process Abnormal Radiographs Radiographic Signs of Major Diseases Suggested treatment guidelines based on findings Radiographic Signs of High Impact Injuries Foreign body ingestion, aspiration, and insertion Pediatric foreign body aspiration and management
Procedure Overview	Didactic Procedural Overview Needle Decompression Chest Tube Insertion Tracheostomy Replacement Shoulder Reduction and Immobilization Upper Extremity Joint Aspiration Trigger Point Injection Nail Trephination Nail Removal Foreign Body and Fish Hook Removal Introduction to Suture Techniques
	HANDS-ON Suture Clinic and Equipment Introduction Knot Tying Simple Interrupted Simple Running Mattress Subcutaneous/Multiple Layer Closure Staples Skin Adhesive Surgeon’s Knot Buried Knot Billing and Documentation for Sutures Local Injections and Digital Blocks
Cervical Spine Injuries	Long Board and Collar Removal NEXUS Criteria Unstable Fractures Mechanisms of Common Fractures Immobilization Ordering the Correct Studies Correct Consult and Referral
Thoracic and Lumbar Spine Injuries	Spine form and function Mechanisms of Injury Unstable Fractures Mechanisms of Common Fractures Cauda Equina Syndrome Epidural Abscess Ordering the Correct Studies Correct Consult and Referral
Upper and Lower Extremity Injuries	Speaking Orthopedics Common Patterns of Fractures Common Dislocation and Reduction Techniques Splinting Techniques and Compartment Syndrome Clavicle, Shoulder, Humerus, Elbow, Radius. Ulna. Paired fractures, Wrist and Carpal Bones, Hand Amputations When to Consult Orthopedics When to Consider Transfer/EMS What to send home
Skin Conditions Not to Miss	Skin and Soft Tissue Conditions Emergent Rash Identification Cellulitis Abscess Incision and Drainage DVT Identification and decision rules Burn Care and Referral Criteria What Not to Send Home

Here’s What You Get When you Take Our ONLINE Workshop

 

Complete control of what you learn and when.

Our HIGHLY RATED program is designed for Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, and Physicians in any clinical setting. Take your practice to another level! We will teach you the skills to become a strong clinical leader.

Our original program that started it all!

The original 2-Day Advanced Practice Provider Clinical Skills and Procedure Workshop was designed by a team of actively practicing emergency physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. It has been consistently 5-star rated since its inception.  The online version allows you see the same lectures at your own pace.

Documentation and Ordering Tips

We take every opportunity to interject risk-protective charting tips, improved coding and billing techniques, and ways to document in a safer manner to protect your practice.

Focused, Current, and Concise Content

We cover a lot of material by focusing on the critical points you need to know.

23 Category I Continuing Medical Education Credits

Category I CME credits are accredited by the AAPA and interchangeable with every major Physician Assistant and Nurse Practitioner Board. Additional Pharmacology and Procedure Credits are included and can be applied toward certification requirements.

1 YEAR FREE ACCESS to all lecture videos from the workshop

Live lecture videos are available online and include all slides from every presentation in the workshop

PLUS: 1 FREE YEAR of access to our Clinical Toolkit and Optional Certification

The toolkit includes additional resources, videos, and online training opportunities, including the optional certification exam which, if passed, will get you a letter of reference for potential employers!