• Course Format

    On-demand Webinar

  • Contact Hours

    1.0

  • Certificate of Completion

    Printable CE Certificate

Description

The Discussion is designed for critical care nurses, where we delve into the critical topics surrounding the structure, function, and epidemiology of the kidney. This presentation will explore how hospital-acquired kidney injury (AKI) can develop in ICU settings and the significant consequences of AKI.

Learning Objectives

  • Kidney Basics: Understanding the structure, function, and epidemiology of this vital organ.

  • AKI in the ICU: How hospital-acquired AKI develops and the risk factors to watch for.

  • Consequences of AKI: The clinical implications of AKI as it progresses from Stage 1 to Stage 3.

  • Advances in Detection: Cutting-edge modalities that enable earlier detection compared to traditional standard-of-care methods.

  • Case Study Reviews: Real-world examples to bring key learnings to life.

Course Curriculum

  • 1

    Welcome to Addressing the AKI Epidemic: Secrets All Critical Care Nurses Should Know

    • Read First: How To Navigate This Course

    • Download Course Handouts Here!
  • 2

    Watch the Webinar

    • Watch Webinar
  • 3

    Course Evaluation & CE

    • Course Evaluation

Instructor

MN, RN, CCNS-BC, NP-BC, CCRN, FCCM

Barbara McLean

Barbara McLean has been in critical care practice for 40 years. Currently, Barbara is the advancing evidence-based practice clinical specialist for the division of critical care at the Grady Health System; Atlanta GA. Ms. McLean is a member of many professional organizations including the American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN), the Society of Critical Care Medicine (SCCM) and the American Association of Surgery and Trauma.

As an educator, provider and practitioner, Barbara is committed to patient care and safety; critical care practice, collegial communication, and evidence-based practice implementation at the bedside. Most importantly, every day of her personal and practice life are spent working towards improving care for staff, patients and families.

Accreditation

Nicole Kupchik Consulting, Inc. is an approved provider by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Provider number 16363. Approved for 1.0 CE Contact Hours.

Successful Completion

Student must watch the entire webinar and complete the course evaluation to be awarded the contact hour. No partial credit will be awarded.

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