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CCN: Hematology − Maintaining Hemostasis and Immune Function |
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OS0083-3 |
Date Active
7/31/2007 |
Date Inactive
7/31/2011 |
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Gage Gwyn
Mary Barnett
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Course
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This Maintaining Hemostasis and Immune Function course describes different components of the immune system and factors that play a key role in maintaining hemostasis in the body. Also discussed are clinical and laboratory assessments of the patient with an immune reaction as well as assessing a patient with hemotologic disorders. Included is a comprehensive look at HIT, DIC and HIV. |
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FL BD LM, CE Credits: 1, Category: General
FL BD Nurs, Contact Hours: 1.5, Category: General
FL CN RD/N, CE Credits: 1.5, Category: General
FL OF SchoolPsych, CE Credits: 1.5, Category: General
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Upon completion of this course, participants will understand that
1. The blood has multiple structures and complex functions
2. The role of red blood cells is critical to patient health
3. Disorders of RBC can manifest as anemia or erythrocytosis
4. The role and number of white blood cells has critical impact on patient health
5. Disorders of WBC can manifest as neutropenia or leukocytosis
6. An Intact immune system is regulated by humoral and cell-mediated immunity and is critical for continued health
7. There are several unhealthy states that arise from hematologic disorders. Each of these has specific signs, symptoms, and treatment.
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