Great course. Very clearly presented and gave a lot of the background and clinical aspects of Covid 19 not present in the news/media. Definitely recommend.
Understanding the Coronavirus
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Great course. Very clearly presented and gave a lot of the background and clinical aspects of Covid 19 not present in the news/media. Definitely recommend.
thank you! Very easily understood, pertinent information presented, can be translated into everyday use.
Learn the clinical management of human coronaviruses, prevention strategies, and the steps to limit their spread. This course equips healthcare providers to respond effectively to coronavirus outbreaks.

Understanding the Coronavirus
Learn the clinical management of human coronaviruses, prevention strategies, and the steps to limit their spread. This course equips healthcare providers to respond effectively to coronavirus outbreaks.
Nationally & state accredited
Course Features
What you'll learn
At the conclusion of this course, participants will be able to:
Define coronaviruses.
Describe the types of coronaviruses that affect human populations.
Describe the symptoms associated with human coronavirus infection.
Identify common modes of human coronavirus transmission.
Identify techniques for preventing human coronavirus transmission.
Describe methods for identifying and treating coronavirus infection.
Provide an overview of the 2019 novel coronavirus outbreak, including its origins, symptoms, clinical management, infection control, and reporting requirements.
Course description
With the recent media attention surrounding the outbreak of a previously unknown respiratory virus in China, the subject of human coronaviruses is at the forefront of peoples’ minds. This course is designed to help health care providers understand the scope of the threat posed by human coronaviruses, the clinical management of infected patients, and steps that should be taken to limit the spread of coronavirus illnesses.
Course content
Introduction
What Are Coronaviruses?
What Are the Different Types of Human Coronaviruses?
What Are the Symptoms of Human Coronaviruses?
How Are Human Coronaviruses Transmitted?
Basic Techniques for Preventing Coronaviruses
Diagnosing Human Coronaviruses
Treatments for Human Coronaviruses
Clinical Management and Infection Control Techniques for Suspected or Confirmed MERS
The 2019 Novel Coronavirus Outbreak
Origins
Symptoms and Complications
Assessing for 2019 Novel Coronavirus
Diagnostic Testing
Reporting Requirements
Clinical Management
Infection Control
Additional CDC Recommendations
Coping With Daily Life
COVID-19 and Pets
Guidance for Businesses and Workplaces
Coronavirus and Travel
Resources for Health Care Providers
Conclusion
Course details
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Instructor

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
Accreditations
AchieveCE is an approved provider (Provider #50-20641) of continuing education for occupational therapy professionals.
Frequently asked questions
How many CE credits does this course provide?
This course, "Understanding the Coronavirus", provides 2 contact hours of continuing education credit upon successful completion.
Is this course accredited?
Yes, this course is accredited by Occupational Therapy, Respiratory Therapy, Clinical Laboratory, Physical Therapy, Massage Therapy, Dentistry, Nursing. AchieveCE is an approved provider of continuing education for healthcare professionals.
Which professions is this course approved for?
This course is especially relevant for: Dental Therapist, Clinical Laboratory Technician, Certified Respiratory Therapist, Certified Nursing Assistant, Autonomous Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Advanced Practice Nurse Prescribers, Pharmacist, Certified Nurse Midwife, Health Access Dentist, Nursing Assistive Personnel, Expanded Function Dental Assistant, Registered Respiratory Therapist, Dental Hygienist, Certified Nurse Aides, Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary, Advanced Dental Assistant, Registered Nurse Practitioner, Advanced Practice Nurses, Occupational Therapist, Clinical Laboratory Technologist, Clinical Laboratory Director, Forensic Nurse-CSA, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, Psychiatric Nurse, Physical Therapy Assistant, Clinical Nurse Specialist, APRN - Certified Nurse Midwife, Licensed Practical Nurse, Licensed Psychiatric Technician Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Dentist, Registered Nurse, Licensed Nursing Assistant, Physical Therapist, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Public Health Nurse, Licensed Vocational Nurse, Consultant Pharmacist, Dental Technician, Community Dental Health Coordinator, Respiratory Therapist, Respiratory Care Practitioner Critical Care, Dental Lab, Certified Nurse Specialist, Respiratory Care Practitioner, Certified Nursing Assistant, Respiratory Care Practitioner Non-Critical Care, Denturist, Registered Dental Assistant, General Dentist, Pharmacy Technician, Dental Assistant Radiographer, Clinical Laboratory Supervisor, Licensed Massage Therapist, Dental Assistant. 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 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.
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Requirements & disclosures
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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