NUR139 - Crohns Disease (1.0 HR)

Purpose: The participant will enhance his/her understanding of Crohn’s disease. Objectives: 1. List the symptoms associated with Crohn’s disease; 2. Discuss diagnosis and testing; 3. Explore symptom management options; 4. Discuss surgical interventions for Crohn’s disease. Continuing Education Credits: 1.0 contact hours Iowa BON #335; 1.0 contact hours CA Board of Nursing CEP 14033; 1.0 contact hours CE Broker # 50-4572 Florida and District of Columbia; 0 contact hours for Social Work State of Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. License No. 159.001315; 1.0 contact hours for Physical Therapy State of Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. License No. 216.000284; 1.0 contact hours for Occupational Therapy State of Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. License No. 224.000164; 1.0 CE hours for certified nursing assistants; long term care department heads; and other health care disciplines.