Course Code: REL-PAC-0-LCIRSOA
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2026
Learning Objectives:
Review signs and symptoms of long COVID-19.
Outline:
Introduction
How long does it take for long COVID syndrome to actually show up? (00:03:11)
Clinical presentation: What are common symptoms? (00:04:50)
How do comorbidities impact the risk of developing long COVID and how do they impact symptoms? (00:06:05)
Prevalence: How common is it? (00:08:07)
What are the possible causes of long COVID? (00:10:33)
Do autoimmune disorders play a role in developing long COVID? (00:12:36)
What potential multiorgan impacts can result from long COVID syndrome? (00:13:56)
What is multisystem inflammatory syndrome and how do we recognize it? (00:15:06)
How is MIS treated? (00:17:28)
How should the initial diagnosis of long COVID-19 be made? (00:20:04)
What types of diagnostic tests should be utilized to diagnose long COVID? (00:22:00)
Symptom management: What can be done to help residents manage the multitude of symptoms associated with long COVID syndrome? (00:27:36)
Medication management: Are there any medications that are effective in treating long COVID syndrome residents? (00:30:30)
Is there a prophylactic approach to treating or preventing symptoms? (00:32:55)
Rehabilitation: What role does exercise play in recovery and symptom management? (00:38:00)
What additional rehabilitation needs might someone with long COVID benefit from? (00:41:10)
What is the general prognosis for someone with long COVID? (00:44:27)
Ongoing clinical research for long COVID-19 syndrome – Can we talk a bit about the research on long COVID and what is being done to find more prevention and treatment options to manage long COVID syndrome? (00:47:44)
Final thoughts and recommendations for nurses and respiratory therapists working with older adults. (00:51:23)
Conclusion (00:53:36)
Subject Matter Expert: Hudson Garrett Jr., PhD, MSN, MPH, MBA, FNP-BC, IP-BC, PLNC, CFER, AS-BC, VA-BC, MSL-BC, CPPS, CPHQ, FACDONA, FAAPM, FNAP, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Division of Infectious Diseases, University of Louisville School of Medicine.
Dr. Garrett is an Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Division of Infectious Diseases at the University of Louisville School of Medicine. He is Board Certified in Long Term Care, Infection Prevention and Control in Post-Acute Care Settings, and previously served as the Executive Vice President and Chief Clinical Officer for the National Association of Directors of Nursing Administration.
Writer: Annette Brownlee BSN RN
Annette Brownlee, BSN, RN is an SME Writer for the Post-Acute Care team. She has a Bachelor of Arts in advertising from Michigan State University and a Bachelor of Science in nursing from the University of Northern Colorado. Annette has worked in skilled nursing and home health. Her most recent experience includes being a Staff Development Coordinator and Infection Preventionist.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Nursing Personnel; Respiratory Therapists; in the following settings: Skilled Nursing Facility.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.