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Atherosclerosis and Erectile Dysfunction, What’s the connection?
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Course Overview
Author: Robert Hengsterman, MSN, RN, MA
Erectile dysfunction (ED) can be a distressing and often overlooked symptom of atherosclerosis. This course will equip nurses with the knowledge to recognize the connection between ED and atherosclerosis and guide patients towards prevention and treatment strategies.
Course Outline
- Introduction
- Epidemiology of Atherosclerosis
- Epidemiology of Erectile Dysfunction
- Pathophysiology of Atherosclerosis
- Pathophysiology of Erectile Dysfunction
- Link Between Atherosclerosis and Erectile Dysfunction
- Prevention: A Proactive Approach
- Treatment of Erectile Dysfunction
- Patient Education
- Conclusion
Accreditation Statement
Nursing CE Central LLC is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
In this course, we will discuss Atherosclerosis and Erectile Dysfunction, What’s the connection? It will take the average learner 60 minutes to complete and awards contact hours of continuing education.
Course Outcomes
After completing this course, the learner will rate a 4 out of 5 on the Likert Scale for their ability to:
- Describe the association between erectile dysfunction and various underlying health conditions, including atherosclerosis.
- Discuss the definition and prevalence of erectile dysfunction.
- Recognize the emotional distress erectile dysfunction can cause for both patients and their partners.
Target Audience
- Registered Nurses (RN)
- Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRN)
- Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN/LVN)
Requirement for Completion
- Enrollment in the course by the learner
- Read and learn all course materials
- Complete the course evaluation
- Attest and testify learning of the course materials
Accreditations + Approvals
- American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) (P0614)
- California Board of Registered Nursing (CEP 17418)
- Kentucky Board of Nursing (7-0090)
- Louisiana State Board of Nursing (58)
- New York State Department of Education (IC 208)
- New York State Department of Education Child Abuse #80996
- Florida Board of Nursing (50-23983)
Disclosure of Relevant Financial Relationships
Nursing CE Central nor any of the authors, planners, content experts, or any contributors have any relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.
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Course Expires on: August 20, 2027
Course Offering: #248