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Activity Steps

2 Take Test 3Certificate

Purpose of Activity

To provide an overview of hepatic encephalopathy (HE), discussing the pathophysiology, evidence-based diagnosis, and grading of disease severity as well as the nurse?s role in identifying and managing this disorder.

Learning Objectives

After completing this continuing education activity you will be able to:

Recall the etiology and the pathophysiology of liver disease, with emphasis on HE.
Describe the clinical manifestations and staging of HE.
Outline the appropriate interventions for patients who have HE.

Disclosures

The authors and planners have disclosed no potential conflicts of interest, financial or otherwise.

Price: $15.00

Credits:

ANCC 1.5 CH / 1.0 APH
DC - BON 1.5 CH
KY-BON 1.5 CH
GA - BON 1.5 CH

Accreditation Statement

Lippincott Professional Development is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. This activity is also provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 11749. Lippincott Professional Development is also an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the District of Columbia Board of Nursing, Florida Board of Nursing, and Georgia Board of Nursing, #50-1223.

Awarded Advanced Pharmacology Hours

Planner

Test Code: GN0320A

Published: Mar/Apr 2020

Expires: 12/31/2026

Sources: Gastroenterology Nursing

Required Passing Score: 18/18 (100%)

Authors: Diana Rodenbaugh, MSN, RN, CMSRN, WCC; Christina T. Vo, MSN, AGPCNP-BC; Rhoda Redulla, DNP, RN-BC; Kathleen McCauley, PhD, RN, FAAN, FAHA

Specialties: Gastroenterology, Medical-Surgical, Primary Care

Topics: Hepatic Encephalopathy