Course Code: REL-ACU-0-CFTA
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2026
Learning Objectives:
Describe the basic defect that causes cystic fibrosis and how the disease affects different organ systems.
Discuss the status of research into new treatments and potential cures for cystic fibrosis.
Identify therapies and teaching considerations for the management of patients with cystic fibrosis.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Cystic Fibrosis
Alice and Jaqueline
What is Cystic Fibrosis?
Key Takeaways
Section 3: Genetics
Gene Defects
Genetic Mutations
Key Takeaways
Section 4: Pathophysiology
Respiratory System
Key Takeaways
Integumentary System
Endocrine System
Key Takeaways
Gastrointestinal System
Other Organ Systems
Key Takeaways
Section 5: Diagnosis and Treatment
Diagnosis
Treatment
Antibiotics
Mutation-specific Therapy
Clearing the Airway
Nutrition
Insulin
Transplantation
Key Takeaways
Section 6: Research
Current Research
Section 7: Education and Support
Patient and Family Education
The Role of Providers
Key Takeaways
Section 8: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor(s)
Resources
References
Writer: Paul Teelin, MSN, RN-BC
Paul Teelin, MSN, RN-BC is a SME writer with Relias. Paul has a varied, multidisciplinary clinical background. As a respiratory therapist, he focused primarily on adult critical care, neonatal critical care, high-acuity transport, procedural care, outpatient care, and professional development. As a registered nurse, Paul’s clinical practice has been in the areas of medical/surgical care, orthopedics, perianesthesia care, invasive cardiology, care coordination, and nursing leadership. He has served as a course creator and instructor on various occasions over his years of practice. Paul has earned a Master of Science in Nursing in Nursing Informatics and is certified in Informatics Nursing by the ANCC. He is an active member of the Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Medical Providers; Nursing Personnel; Physical Therapist; Respiratory Therapists; in the following settings: Hospitals: Acute.
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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.