NUR179 - Pneumonia (1.5 HR)

Purpose: The certified medication aide will review and update her understanding of pneumonia as well as the care and treatment of patients with the disease. Objectives: 1. Understand the implications of pneumonia nationally and internationally; 2. Describe what pneumonia is and the progression of the disease; 3. Identify the symptoms of pneumococcal pneumonia and how it is diagnosed; 4. Explain the appropriate prevention, treatment and management techniques.