Managing Pain and Fatigue in Rheumatoid Arthritis

Course Overview

Course Outline

1. Introduction 
2. Case Study: Managing Pain and Fatigue in Rheumatoid Arthritis 
3. Definition 
4. Epidemiology 
5. Pathophysiology & Etiology 
6. Clinical Signs and Symptoms  
7. Management and Treatment 
8. Research Findings 
9. Conclusion 
10. References 

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 Managing Pain and Fatigue in Rheumatoid Arthritis. 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:

1. Identify the typical clinical presentation and symptoms of RA.  
2. Discuss the immune-mediated pathophysiology of RA, including the role of genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors in its development. 
3. Evaluate current treatment modalities for RA, including the use of Disease-Modifying Antirheumatic Drugs (DMARDs), biologic agents, and lifestyle modifications. 

Target Audience

• Registered Nurses (RN)
• Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRN)
• Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN/LVN)

Requirement for Completion

1. Enrollment in the course by the learner
2. Read and learn all course materials
3. Complete the course evaluation
4. Attest and testify learning of the course materials

Accreditations + Approvals

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.