Course Code: REL-PAC-0-MHHD
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2026
Learning Objectives:
Identify what heart disease is.
Recall the primary causes of heart disease.
Discuss the common symptoms of heart disease.
Explain how heart disease is diagnosed.
Describe the action of commonly prescribed medications for heart disease.
Outline:
The Heart
Normal Heart Function
Heart Disease
Atherosclerosis
Heart Failure
Hypertension
Common Arrhythmias
Heart Valve Disease
Review
Key Takeaways
Cardiac Diagnostics
Cardiac Diagnostics
Treatment
Medications for Heart Disease
Medications for Heart Disease
Cholesterol-Lowering Medications
Digitalis Preparations
Diuretics
Vasodilators
Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor
References
Subject Matter Expert: Kathleen Koopmann, RN, BSN
Kathleen is a seasoned subject matter expert in post-acute care, with over 37 years of clinical and teaching experience spanning both acute and post-acute care settings. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Western Governors University and received specialized infection control training through the North Carolina Statewide Program for Infection Control and Epidemiology, in collaboration with NCDHHS and the University of North Carolina. Kathleen's diverse career includes roles in long-term care, acute care, occupational health, and nursing education. Most recently, she served as a Staff Development Coordinator and Infection Control Practitioner in long-term care, where she played a pivotal role in staff education and infection prevention.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Nursing Personnel; in the following settings: Skilled Nursing Facility.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.