This textbook-based enduring material course contains content from Chapters 2 and 3 of Hyperbaric Medicine Practice, 4th Edition.
The content covers the following topics:
Physiologic Effects of Hyperbaric Oxygen
Recognition and Prevention of Oxygen Poisoning in Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
Biochemical Mechanisms of Oxygen Poisoning
Modification of Oxygen Tolerance
Management of Oxygen-Induced Seizures
Credit Hours: 1.5
License Types: RN, LPN, CNS, ARNP, CNA, CRT, RRT, RCP, CHT - Category B, CHRN - Category B
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(Expanded Description) This textbook-based enduring material course contains content from Chapters 2 and 3 of Hyperbaric Medicine Practice, 4th Edition.
The content covers the following topics:
Physiologic Effects of Hyperbaric Oxygen
- Exploring HBO2: Biologic Effects and Mechanisms of Action
- Improved Neovascularization
- Improved Post-Ischemic Tissue Survivals
- Bacteriostatic and Bactericidal Effects
- Osteogenetic Process Promotion
- Uncertainty About Oxygen Dosage
- Oxygen Toxicity
Recognition and Prevention of Oxygen Poisoning in Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
Biochemical Mechanisms of Oxygen Poisoning
- Central Nervous System Effects
- Pulmonary Effects
- Ocular Effects
Modification of Oxygen Tolerance
- Factors that Decrease Oxygen Tolerance
Management of Oxygen-Induced Seizures
Goal
WCHMedia Group, Inc. d/b/a Wound Care Education Partners is a professional medical education company composed of specialized educators who are licensed and/or certified in their area of expertise. Wound Care Education Partners is the leading provider of education in the disciplines of wound care, hyperbaric medicine and diving medicine.
Since 2008, Wound Care Education Partners has been providing the highest quality educational programs in the marketplace, including live-educational activities and online programs. Our specialized group of educators is composed of practitioners and researchers who are focused on providing the most up-to-date, scientifically relevant and meaningful healthcare education programs to medical facilities and clinical staff, home healthcare agencies and individuals.
Date of the activity’s original release – 27 February, 2024
Designation Statements
Nursing/RRT Contact Hours: 1.5
License types: RN, LPN, CNS, ARNP, CAN. Provided through the Florida State Board of Nursing and the CE is reciprocal for nurses in the United States. Florida nursing credits are reciprocal and approved for nurses within all states. Receiving credit for Florida providers is simple, attend the course and our staff will upload your credits directly to the Florida State database. For out of state credit, we provide all the necessary paperwork for you to file with the respective nursing board.
Disclaimer: The information provided at this enduring material activity is for continuing education purposes only. The lecture content, statements or opinions expressed however, do not necessarily represent those of Wound Care Education Partners (WCEP), its affiliates or its employees.
No commercial support was received for this activity.
Hardware/Software Requirements
- Hardware required for a learner to participate in this journal-based enduring material activity includes:
- Computer with internet connection and a modern, updated browser
- Note: If using IE 6, IE 7, or IE 8 we cannot guarantee that the courses will work.
- Keyboard to take the quizzes
This textbook-based Internet Enduring Material activity is produced for online use.
Provider Contact Information
If at any time during participation in this online enduring material event, a learner can contact WCEP, by clicking on "Contact Us" tab located on the bottom right hand side of the menu bar found at the bottom of the screen. Also, the contact phone number and email address (hotlink) is always displayed on the bottom center of the screen.
Wound Care Education Partners (WCEP)
631 U.S. Highway 1, Suite 307
North Palm Beach, FL 33408
Phone: +1-561-776-6066
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