Course Code: REL-ACU-0-AVR
Hours: 1.25
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2024
Learning Objectives:
State a primary reason for the increasing rate of vaccine-preventable diseases.
Describe two behavioral indicators for the hepatitis B vaccine.
Discuss three actions healthcare professionals can take when advocating immunizations for adults.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Adult Vaccines
Why Vaccinate?
Vaccine Basics
On Schedule
Coronavirus Disease and mRNA Vaccines
Vaccine Administration
Vaccine Controversies
Advocate for Patient Immunization
Section 3: Clinical Vignette
Case Study
Section 4: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributors
Resources
References
Instructor: Jennifer L. Gibson, PharmD
Dr. Gibson is a pharmacist and medical writer and editor. She trained as a hospital pharmacist specializing in internal medicine and acute care. She is also the author of clinical textbooks, peer-reviewed journal articles, and continuing education programs for the medical community, and she is a leading contributor to award-winning healthcare blogs and websites.
Writer: Sooa Devereaux, MSN, RN
Sooa Devereaux, MSN, RN, has a long history of professional development experience within the hospital setting. She has taught in pre-licensure nursing programs and has mentored many nurses, both new graduate and experienced, throughout her career as a nurse educator. Sooa is a Lead SME Writer at Relias and holds an MSN in Nursing Education.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Certified Medical Assistants; Nurses; in the following settings: Acute Care Facility.
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To earn continuing education credit for this course you must achieve a passing score of 80% on the post-test and complete the course evaluation.
Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.