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Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS)

Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS)

3 hours
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Very informative and made me more aware on the topic! It definitely opened my eyes!

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Shemell G.
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Course

Learn to recognize signs and symptoms of MERS, take prompt action to improve patient prognosis, and limit virus spread in this course for healthcare professionals.

Nationally & state accredited

Dentistry
Nursing
Pharmacy

Course Features

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7-day live chat & phone support
Auto reporting toCPE Monitor
Unlimited course attempts

What you'll learn

At the conclusion of this continuing education activity, the participant will be able to:

  1. Describe common types of coronaviruses that can infect humans.

  2. Describe the commonalities and differences between MERS, SARS, and COVID-19.

  3. Describe the origins of the 2012 MERS outbreak.

  4. Describe how MERS-CoV can be transmitted.

  5. Identify populations that are at increased risk for MERS-CoV.

  6. Describe the common signs and symptoms of MERS-CoV.

  7. Describe how MERS-CoV is diagnosed and how confirmed cases should be reported.

  8. Describe methods for treating and preventing MERS-CoV.

  9. Describe the safety and infection control guidelines that must be followed when working with patients with MERS-CoV.

  10. Describe the current threat that MERS poses to health care workers and the general public in the United States.


Course description

This course is designed to help health care professionals recognize the signs and symptoms of MERS and take prompt action to help improve the prognosis for infected patients and limit the possibility that the virus will spread to others.


Course content

  • Introduction

  • What Is a Coronavirus?

  • Commonalities and Differences Between MERS, SARS, and COVID-19

  • Origins of the 2012 MERS-CoV Outbreak

  • How is MERS-CoV Transmitted?

    • Animal-to-Human Transmission

    • Human-to-Human Transmission

    • Close Contact Defined

  • People Who May Be at Increased Risk for MERS-CoV

  • What Are the Symptoms of MERS-CoV?

  • Diagnosing MERS-CoV

  • Treating MERS-CoV

  • Preventing MERS-CoV

  • Safety and Infection Control Guidelines

  • What Is the CDC Doing About MERS?

  • Conclusion


Course details

Release Date06/21/2026
Expiration Date06/21/2029
ACPE UAN0657-0000-26-079-H01-P 0657-0000-26-079-H01-T
CE Broker ID20-787754
AGD Number386503 | Course Code: 148
Activity TypeKnowledge-based
Activity FormatEnduring

Topics covered

  • Infectious Disease
  • Public Health

Instructor

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Patricia DunnDNP, APRN, FNP-BC

Patricia Dunn DNP, APRN, FNP-BC is a Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years of experience as an Advanced Practice Nurse and 20 years as a Registered Nurse. She has served as an APRN for Florida Pain Institute, Heart Rhythm Associates of Brevard, House Calls of Central Florida. She earned her Doctorate of Nursing Practice from Walden University, Minneapolis.


Ideal CE course for these professions

This continuing education course is especially relevant for these healthcare professions, but other professionals may also benefit

Registered Social Worker AssistantClinical Laboratory SupervisorLicensed Nursing AssistantDentistPharmacy TechnicianPhysician AssistantCertified Respiratory TherapistAudiology AssistantLicensed Vocational NurseRespiratory TherapistLicensed Massage TherapistLicensed Certified Social WorkerAudiologist InternAdvanced Dental AssistantCertified Nursing AssistantMedical Nucleaur Radiological PhysicistDieticianGeneral DentistAdvanced Practice Registered NurseClinical Nurse SpecialistCertified Nurse AidesNursing Assistive PersonnelPhysical Therapy AssistantBachelor's Social WorkerLicensed Masters Social WorkerSocial Worker InternDiagnostic Radiological PhysicistDental Assistant RadiographerHearing Aid SpecialistClinical Laboratory DirectorLicensed Independent Social Worker DualAdvanced Practice Nurse PrescribersRegistered NursePharmacistLicensed Social WorkerMedical Health PhysicistCertified Chiropractic Physician AssistantMedical PhysicistOccupational TherapistLicensed Marriage and Family Therapist SupervisorDietitian - NutritionistAPRN - Certified Nurse MidwifeAudiology InternHearing Aid Specialist/FitterLicensed Clinical Social WorkerLicensed Independent Social Worker Advanced PracticeLicensed Marriage and Family TherapistAthletic TrainerMaster's Social WorkPhysical TherapistExpanded Function Dental AssistantDenturistNurse PractitionerConsultant PharmacistLicensed Psychiatric Technician NurseClinical Laboratory TechnicianDental HygienistAudiologist Special VolunteerClinical Chemistry DiplomatePsychiatric NurseTherapeutic Radiological PhysicistLicensed Baccalaureate Social WorkerLicensed Marriage and Family Therapist InternLicensed Independent Marriage and Family TherapistLicensed Mental Health CounselorDental AssistantLicensed Independent Social WorkerPodiatric PhysicianRegistered Nurse PractitionerPublic Health NurseForensic Nurse-CSADental LabOccupational Therapy AssistantCertified Master Social WorkerDental TherapistExpanded Function Dental AuxiliaryLicensed Practical NurseCertified Registered Nurse AnesthetistCommunity Dental Health CoordinatorRegistered Dental AssistantLicensed Mental Health Counselor InternClinical Laboratory TechnologistNutritionistRegistered Respiratory TherapistRespiratory Care Practitioner Critical CareLicensed Independent Clinical Social WorkerCertified Nurse MidwifeLicensed Independent Social Worker Clinical PracticeChiropractic PhysicianNursing Home AdministratorLicensed Graduate Social WorkerOsteopathic PhysicianRespiratory Care Practitioner Non-Critical CareRespiratory Care PractitionerAudiologistDental TechnicianAdvanced Practice Nurses

Meets CE requirements in

Counts toward 60 licenses

Accreditations

AchieveCE is an approved provider (Provider #50-20641) of continuing education for occupational therapy professionals.

  • Alabama State Board of Occupational Therapy

  • Arizona Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners

  • Florida Board of Occupational Therapy

  • Georgia State Board of Occupational Therapy

  • Tennessee Board of Occupational Therapy

  • Mississippi State Department of Health – Bureau of Professional Licensure for Occupational Therapists


Frequently asked questions

How many CE credits does this course provide?

This course, "Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS)", provides 3 contact hours of continuing education credit upon successful completion.

Is this course accredited?

Yes, this course is accredited by Occupational Therapy, Dietetics and Nutrition, Respiratory Therapy, Clinical Laboratory, Athletic Training, Massage Therapy, Clinical Chemistry, Dentistry, Nursing, Mental Health, Physician, Pharmacy. AchieveCE is an approved provider of continuing education for healthcare professionals.

Which professions is this course approved for?

This course is especially relevant for: Registered Social Worker Assistant, Clinical Laboratory Supervisor, Licensed Nursing Assistant, Dentist, Pharmacy Technician, Physician Assistant, Certified Respiratory Therapist, Audiology Assistant, Licensed Vocational Nurse, Respiratory Therapist, Licensed Massage Therapist, Licensed Certified Social Worker, Audiologist Intern, Advanced Dental Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant, Medical Nucleaur Radiological Physicist, Dietician, General Dentist, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Clinical Nurse Specialist, Certified Nurse Aides, Nursing Assistive Personnel, Physical Therapy Assistant, Bachelor's Social Worker, Licensed Masters Social Worker, Social Worker Intern, Diagnostic Radiological Physicist, Dental Assistant Radiographer, Hearing Aid Specialist, Clinical Laboratory Director, Licensed Independent Social Worker Dual, Advanced Practice Nurse Prescribers, Registered Nurse, Pharmacist, Licensed Social Worker, Medical Health Physicist, Certified Chiropractic Physician Assistant, Medical Physicist, Occupational Therapist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Supervisor, Dietitian - Nutritionist, APRN - Certified Nurse Midwife, Audiology Intern, Hearing Aid Specialist/Fitter, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Independent Social Worker Advanced Practice, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Athletic Trainer, Master's Social Work, Physical Therapist, Expanded Function Dental Assistant, Denturist, Nurse Practitioner, Consultant Pharmacist, Licensed Psychiatric Technician Nurse, Clinical Laboratory Technician, Dental Hygienist, Audiologist Special Volunteer, Clinical Chemistry Diplomate, Psychiatric Nurse, Therapeutic Radiological Physicist, Licensed Baccalaureate Social Worker, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Intern, Licensed Independent Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Dental Assistant, Licensed Independent Social Worker, Podiatric Physician, Registered Nurse Practitioner, Public Health Nurse, Forensic Nurse-CSA, Dental Lab, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Certified Master Social Worker, Dental Therapist, Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary, Licensed Practical Nurse, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, Community Dental Health Coordinator, Registered Dental Assistant, Licensed Mental Health Counselor Intern, Clinical Laboratory Technologist, Nutritionist, Registered Respiratory Therapist, Respiratory Care Practitioner Critical Care, Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, Certified Nurse Midwife, Licensed Independent Social Worker Clinical Practice, Chiropractic Physician, Nursing Home Administrator, Licensed Graduate Social Worker, Osteopathic Physician, Respiratory Care Practitioner Non-Critical Care, Respiratory Care Practitioner, Audiologist, Dental Technician, Advanced Practice Nurses. Other healthcare professionals may also benefit from this continuing education content.

How do I report my CE credits after completing this course?

Your credits are automatically and instantly reported to CE Broker and CPE Monitor upon successful completion. No manual reporting is required on your part.

Will I receive a certificate of completion?

Yes, you will receive a certificate of completion immediately after finishing the course and passing the assessment. The certificate can be downloaded and printed directly from your account.

What is your refund policy?

We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, you can request a full refund within 30 days of purchase.

How long do I have to complete this course?

You have unlimited time to complete the course at your own pace. Once purchased, the course is available in your account until its expiration date. You can pause and resume at any time.


Most helpful reviews

Rated 4.6 out of 5 in 492 reviews from learners who completed this course.

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  • Verified review
    This course contained very good clinical information.
    Robert F.
  • Verified review
    Very informative and made me more aware on the topic! It definitely opened my eyes!
    Shemell G.
  • Verified review
    Would recommend. Great test.
    Zulimar M.
  • Verified review
    easy to read and understand
    P P.

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Requirements & disclosures

Financial Disclosures

This activity was developed by AchieveCE free of any commercial support. The following individuals have indicated that they have no financial relationships with an ineligible company that may impact upon this activity:

  • Patricia Dunn, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC - Nurse Planner, Content Expert and Faculty

  • Pete Kreckel, RPh - Pharmacist Planner

  • Marie T. Fluent, DDS, CDIPC - Dentist Planner

  • Gracielle Tubera - Content Reviewer

  • Luke Porter – Content Reviewer

  • Dianne Arroyo - Activity Publisher

Requirements for Credit

To earn credit, participants must complete the entire activity, score at least 70% on the post-test, and submit the activity evaluation. The post-test has no time limit and may be taken as many times as needed.

Hardware Requirements

Windows 8.1, Windows 10, Mac OS X 10.1+, iOS 10+, Android 4.3+

Software Requirements

Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Mozilla Firefox, Adobe Acrobat Reader

Network Requirements

Broadband Internet Connection: T1, Hi-speed DSL or Cable4G cellular connection


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