NUR180 - Sleep Apnea Disorder (1.0 HR)
The health care professional will enhance his or her understanding of the sleep apnea disorder.
Purpose: The health care professional will enhance his or her understanding of the sleep apnea disorder.
Objectives: Upon completion of this online course, the participant will be able to...
1. Describe sleep apnea.
2. Explain the anatomy of the upper airway and how its structures may contribute to sleep apnea.
3. List and discuss the two major types of sleep apnea, including causes, risk factors, signs and symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.
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; 0 contact hours for Physical Therapy State of Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. License No. 216.000284; 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.