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Vitamin knowledge leaving you in a “funk”?

Vitamin knowledge leaving you in a “funk”?

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Course

Boost your clinical skills and knowledge of vitamins with this 1.5 CE course for healthcare professionals. Explore deficiency, toxicity, and evidence-based supplementation. This course fulfills state requirements and supports optimal patient care.

Nationally & state accredited

Pharmacy

Course Features

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What you'll learn

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

  1. Review the laws pertaining to labeling, promotion, and regulation of vitamins.

  2. List each water-soluble and fat-soluble vitamin and their corresponding deficiency states.

  3. Recognize vitamin depletion caused by prescription medications.

  4. Describe vitamin supplementation in specific populations including alcoholism, acid suppression, and bariatric surgery.

Course description

Vitamin knowledge leaving you in a “funk”? is a dynamic continuing education course crafted for healthcare professionals—including nurses, pharmacists, and allied health providers—seeking to update and expand their expertise in vitamins and nutritional health. This course fulfills the continuing education requirement and equips you with the practical knowledge to identify, prevent, and manage vitamin-related health issues.

With misinformation about supplements and nutrition widespread, healthcare professionals must stay informed on the latest evidence-based guidelines for vitamin intake. This course provides a clear, up-to-date overview of essential vitamins, their physiological roles, sources, and the impact of deficiencies and toxicities on patient health.

Key topics include:

  • Overview of water-soluble and fat-soluble vitamins

  • Clinical signs and symptoms of vitamin deficiencies and toxicities

  • Evidence-based recommendations for supplementation and dietary sources

  • At-risk populations and special considerations for different age groups

  • Current research on the role of vitamins in disease prevention and wellness

  • Patient education strategies and debunking common myths

Through modules and case-based learning, participants will gain confidence in assessing vitamin status, advising patients on safe supplementation, and incorporating nutrition into routine care.

Upon course completion, CE credits are automatically reported to CE Broker, making license renewal hassle-free. Stay ahead in your clinical practice by mastering the essentials of vitamin knowledge—enroll today to ensure your patients receive the best in evidence-based nutritional care.

Course content

  • Casimir Funk—Godfather of vitamins

  • Who takes vitamins?

  • Where your patients get their info…

  • Regulated by

  • FDA approval??

  • Deficiencies?

  • At risk populations for deficiency

  • Labeling

  • What do vitamins do? (“vital amines”)

  • How much should I take?

  • WATER SOLUBLE VITAMINS

  • MDR for WATER SOLUBLE VITAMINS

  • Vitamin B-1: Thiamine- thanks Dr. Funk!

  • Vitamin B-2 Riboflavin

  • Vitamin B-3 (Niacin)

  • Niacin for hyperlipidemia

  • Niacin deficiency- thanks Dr. Funk

  • Vitamin B-5 (Pantothenic acid)

  • Vitamin B-6 (Pyridoxine)

  • B-6 supplementation- who needs it?

  • Biotin- Vitamin H or B7

  • Biotin uses:

  • Biotin: Lab interactions

  • Vitamin B-9 (Folic Acid)

  • Folic Acid – who needs it

  • Vitamin B-12 (cobalamin)

  • B-12 deficiency

  • Treatment of B12 deficiency

  • B12 supplement-who needs it?

  • Professor Pete, you’re missing a few numbers???

  • Vitamin-C (ascorbic acid) thanks again, Dr. Funk

  • Vitamin-C

  • Vitamin-A (Source)

  • Vitamin A (Multivitamin)

  • Avoid Vitamin (betacarotene) when:

  • New Vitamin A—labeling

  • Vitamin-A (beta-carotene)

  • Vitamin-D- Dr. Funk’s 4th!

  • Vitamin-D : ---Can’t I just drink milk??

  • Vitamin-D measurement

  • New Vitamin-D labeling

  • Vitamin-D severe COVID-19 infections

  • Vitamin-E

  • Vitamin E—”SELECT” with care

  • Vitamin-E use

  • Vitamin-E new labeling (To convert Vitamin E if the product label has dl-Alpha-tocopherol (blended) as the ingredient:)

  • Vitamin-E new labeling (To convert Vitamin E if the product label has d-Alpha-tocopherol (pure d-alpha) as the ingredient: From IU to mg: IU * 0.67 = mg)

  • Vitamin-K (Phylloquinone) (Source)

  • Vitamin K---is it OK if I eat a salad?? 

  • Gastric Bypass Patients

  • Bariatric Surgery Vitamin needs (Immediate post-op: recommend liquid)

  • Bariatric Surgery Vitamin Needs (CALCIUM)

  • Bariatric Surgery Vitamin Needs (IRON)

  • AREDS

  • PATIENTS TAKING ORAL CONTRACEPTIVES

  • ALCOHOLICS

  • Recommendations for ALCOHOLICS

  • Natural versus artificial vitamins

  • What vitamins should be avoided?

Course details

Release Date09/29/2024
Expiration Date09/29/2027
Review Date09/29/2027
ACPE UAN0657-0000-21-227-H04-P 0657-0000-21-227-H04-T
CE Broker ID20-867403
AGD Number386503 | Course Code: 150
Activity TypeKnowledge-based
Activity FormatEnduring

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Instructor

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Peter A. KreckelRPh

Peter A. Kreckel, RPh is a most unique breed of community pharmacist. He is a 1981 graduate of the University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy. He has practiced independent community pharmacy for his entire career. He began his teaching career at St. Francis University in 2005, in the Department of Physician Assistant Sciences. For the past 16 years, he has taught Pharmacology to over 700 Physician Assistant Science students in their didactic year. He teaches all disciplines year-round, from Antibiotic therapy to Ob-Gyn.

Ideal CE course for these professions

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

Dental TherapistSpeech-Language Pathology InternClinical Laboratory TechnicianCertified Respiratory TherapistAudiology InternSpeech-Language Pathologist - SAOccupational Therapy AssistantCertified Chiropractic Physician AssistantAudiologistAdvanced Practice Nurse PrescribersPharmacistSocial Worker InternSpeech-Language Pathology AssistantCertified Nurse MidwifeSpeech-Language Pathologist Special VolunteerAudiologist Special VolunteerLicensed Social WorkerLicensed Clinical Social WorkerCertified Master Social WorkerLicensed Independent Social WorkerNursing Assistive PersonnelExpanded Function Dental AssistantRegistered Respiratory TherapistDental HygienistCertified Nurse AidesExpanded Function Dental AuxiliaryAdvanced Dental AssistantChiropractic PhysicianRegistered Nurse PractitionerAdvanced Practice NursesAthletic TrainerOccupational TherapistClinical Laboratory TechnologistClinical Laboratory DirectorForensic Nurse-CSACertified Registered Nurse AnesthetistPsychiatric NursePhysical Therapy AssistantClinical Nurse SpecialistAPRN - Certified Nurse MidwifeLicensed Practical NurseLicensed Independent Clinical Social WorkerLicensed Psychiatric Technician NurseNurse PractitionerDentistRegistered NursePodiatric PhysicianLicensed Nursing AssistantPhysician AssistantPhysical TherapistAdvanced Practice Registered NursePublic Health NurseLicensed Vocational NurseOsteopathic PhysicianDental TechnicianLicensed Masters Social WorkerCommunity Dental Health CoordinatorRespiratory TherapistMaster's Social WorkNursing Home AdministratorRespiratory Care Practitioner Critical CareDental LabRespiratory Care PractitionerSpeech-Language Pathologist LtdLicensed Certified Social WorkerLicensed Baccalaureate Social WorkerLicensed Independent Social Worker DualRespiratory Care Practitioner Non-Critical CareAudiologist InternRegistered Social Worker AssistantDenturistRegistered Dental AssistantGeneral DentistPharmacy TechnicianBachelor's Social WorkerLicensed Independent Social Worker Advanced PracticeDental Assistant RadiographerClinical Laboratory SupervisorLicensed Graduate Social WorkerSpeech-Language PathologistLicensed Independent Social Worker Clinical PracticeDental AssistantAudiology Assistant

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, "Vitamin knowledge leaving you in a “funk”? ", provides 1.5 contact hours of continuing education credit upon successful completion.

Is this course accredited?

Yes, this course is accredited by Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Respiratory Therapy, Clinical Laboratory, Athletic Training, Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, Dentistry, Nursing, Mental Health, 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: Dental Therapist, Speech-Language Pathology Intern, Clinical Laboratory Technician, Certified Respiratory Therapist, Audiology Intern, Speech-Language Pathologist - SA, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Certified Chiropractic Physician Assistant, Audiologist, Advanced Practice Nurse Prescribers, Pharmacist, Social Worker Intern, Speech-Language Pathology Assistant, Certified Nurse Midwife, Speech-Language Pathologist Special Volunteer, Audiologist Special Volunteer, Licensed Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Master Social Worker, Licensed Independent Social Worker, Nursing Assistive Personnel, Expanded Function Dental Assistant, Registered Respiratory Therapist, Dental Hygienist, Certified Nurse Aides, Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary, Advanced Dental Assistant, Chiropractic Physician, Registered Nurse Practitioner, Advanced Practice Nurses, Athletic Trainer, 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 Independent Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Psychiatric Technician Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Dentist, Registered Nurse, Podiatric Physician, Licensed Nursing Assistant, Physician Assistant, Physical Therapist, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Public Health Nurse, Licensed Vocational Nurse, Osteopathic Physician, Dental Technician, Licensed Masters Social Worker, Community Dental Health Coordinator, Respiratory Therapist, Master's Social Work, Nursing Home Administrator, Respiratory Care Practitioner Critical Care, Dental Lab, Respiratory Care Practitioner, Speech-Language Pathologist Ltd, Licensed Certified Social Worker, Licensed Baccalaureate Social Worker, Licensed Independent Social Worker Dual, Respiratory Care Practitioner Non-Critical Care, Audiologist Intern, Registered Social Worker Assistant, Denturist, Registered Dental Assistant, General Dentist, Pharmacy Technician, Bachelor's Social Worker, Licensed Independent Social Worker Advanced Practice, Dental Assistant Radiographer, Clinical Laboratory Supervisor, Licensed Graduate Social Worker, Speech-Language Pathologist, Licensed Independent Social Worker Clinical Practice, Dental Assistant, Audiology 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 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.

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Dawn O.Nutritionist
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I am always interested in continuing education in the areas of health, wellness, nutrition and mental health. Your course was well written, well organized and helpful in meeting state licensure requirements.

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Priya M.Occupational Therapist
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Very well written, easy to digest, time efficient, and straight to the point. Thank you!

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Cristina GRegistered Nurse
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I appreciate the convenience of the course being online and accessible through my phone and that it directly reports to CEBroker to support mandated education requirements.

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Allison B.Nurse Practitioner
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I really loved this information. I was hospitalized last year for almost a month and I noticed multiple medical errors (not being hooked up to my IV multiple times, given wrong medication which caused my sodium to be very low, etc.) which lengthened my stay. I can now define those exact errors and better understand what happened to me. I hate that these medical errors are so common and I appreciate how well laid out your breakdown and categorization of them was.

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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:

  • Peter A. Kreckel, RPh - Content Expert and Faculty, Pharmacy Planner

  • Patricia Dunn, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC - Nurse Planner

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

  • Gracielle Tubera - Content Reviewer

  • Luke Porter – Content Reviewer

  • Dianne Arroyo - Activity Publisher

Passing Grade

Participants must achieve a passing score on the activity post-test, which may be 70% or 80%, depending on the course. They must also complete an activity evaluation. There are no time limits and unlimited test-taking attempts. Credits will be reported automatically to CE Broker if your license information is entered correctly in your profile.

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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