Overview / Abstract: |
Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) is a rare, progressive lung disease that greatly impacts patients’ quality of life and diminishes life expectancy. Newer therapies slow lung function decline. These therapies are used in combination with oxygen supplementation, pulmonary rehabilitation, symptomatic treatment, and supportive care. Case managers and respiratory therapists need education on the new therapies and supportive care to educate and counsel patients with IPF, as well as optimize their care. This text-based activity will educate case managers and registered respiratory therapists (RRT) on the current management of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) and newer therapies that may impact treatment paradigms and patient outcomes. In addition to text, this activity includes audio clips featuring faculty commentary and an ask-the-expert feature. The format is conducive to viewing online and on tablets and smartphones. Upon completion of this activity, participants will be able to: |
Expiration |
Apr 28, 2018 |
Discipline(s) |
Counselor CE, Dietetics / Dietitian CE, Nurse Practitioner , Nursing CNE, Pharmacy CPE, Physician CME, Physician Assistant CME, Respiratory Therapy CE, Social Work CE |
Format |
Monograph, Online |
Credits / Hours |
1.0 |
Accreditation |
CCM, CRCE |
Presenters / Authors / Faculty |
Kathleen Ann Fraser, MSN, MHA, RN-BC, CCM, CRRN |
Activity Specialities / Related Topics |
Asthma, Case Management, Critical Care / Intensive Care, Education / Teaching, Geriatrics / LTC, Internal Medicine, Otolaryngology, Palliative Care / Hospice, Primary Care, Pulmonary Medicine / COPD |
Sponsors / Supporters / Grant Providers |
This activity is supported by an educational grant from Genentech, Inc. |
Keywords / Search Terms |
ACHL Kathy Fraser, Kathleen Fraser, idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, IPF, Genentech, pulmonology, respiratory therapy, enewsletter, newsletter, CME, CCM, pirfenidone, nintedanib, AARC, CRCE, CMSA, case manager, respiratory therapists, RRT, RT, lung function Free CE CME |