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Sleep Disorders
This course explores the science of sleep. We will present common sleep disorders as well as those associated with chronic illness and disease. We will highlight common sleep disorder found in the Veterans' population. The ADA law addresses some forms of sleep disorders and there are workplace accommodations for those employees with diagnosed sleep problems. There are recommendations for sleep hygiene with a link to a number of handout sheets to assist patients in making their sleep better and more restful, as well as regimes to assist in falling asleep.
6 CEU hours Patsy Barnes, RN, BA Free retakes
CCM Credit Hours: 3.5CDMS Credit Hours: 3.5
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Course Overview
The following class explores the science of sleep, the necessity of sleep, and the many problems regarding sleep. Common sleep disorders are presented, as well as sleep disorders in those with chronic conditions and disease processes. We will discuss sleep disorders common amongst veterans. We also include a section on children with sleep disorders and highlight various treatment options. We then discuss ADA law as it relates to certain forms of sleep disorders highlighting workplace accommodations for those employees with diagnosed sleep problems. There are recommendations for sleep hygiene with a link to a number of handout sheets to assist patients in making their sleep better and more restful.
Course Format
This course is online. All course material is available online and is accessible immediately after purchase from your account homepage. Certificate of Completion is available immediately upon passing the exam.
Course Objectives
- Explain the physiology of sleep, the need for sleep, and the mechanisms of sleep.
- List common types of sleep disorders.
- Describe sleep disorders as they relate to people with various diseases and chronic conditions.
- Detail specific difficulties of veterans with sleep disorders and common treatments.
- Identify common sleep disorders impacting children.
- Explain CAM treatments relative to sleep disorders.
- Describe accommodations that can be made for employees with sleep disorders .
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Customer Testimonial
"Sleep is so important and can often impact those struggling with pain or other diseases or injury. I really appreciated this training."
Course Outline
1
Overview of Sleep
2
Types of Sleep Disorders
3
Statistics and Data
4
Narcolepsy
5
Sleep Apnea
6
Insomnia
7
CAM and Sleep Disorders
8
Veterans and Sleep Disorders
9
Children and Sleep Disorders
10
Sleep Disorders in Certain Diseases and Chronic Conditions
11
Sleep Hygiene
12
ADA and Workplace Accommodations
Final assessment
Approvals & accreditation
AAACEUs is an approved provider for the following boards. This course counts toward continuing education for 14 credentials.
Sleep Disorders