Course
Myasthenia Gravis
Contact Hours Awarded: 3
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Course Overview
Author: Joanna Grayson, BSN, RN
Myasthenia gravis is a rare autoimmune disorder that causes generalized muscle weakness. When the respiratory muscles are affected, myasthenia gravis is deemed a medical emergency that can result in death. However, most individuals with myasthenia gravis live within a normal life expectancy range. Intended for the LPN/LVN, RN, and APRN, this course will address risk factors, signs and symptoms, complications, treatment, and the nurse’s role in care.
Course Outline
- Introduction
- Pathophysiology
- Risk Factors
- Assessment
- Signs and Symptoms
- Diagnostics and Treatment
- Complications and Long-Term Effects
- Patient Education
- Research Findings
- Case Study
- 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 Myasthenia Gravis. It will take the average learner 180 minutes to complete and awards 3 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 pathophysiology, risk factors, and assessment for myasthenia gravis.
- List the signs and symptoms, diagnostics, and treatment for myasthenia gravis.
- Detail the complications and long-term effects of myasthenia gravis.
- Explain the patient education and research findings for myasthenia gravis.
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: February 14, 2028
Course Offering: #614