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Activity Steps

Purpose of Activity

To provide professional RNs with knowledge about LVRS as a treatment option for severe emphysema.

Learning Objectives

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

  1. Discuss pathophysiology of emphysema and management options including LVRS.
  2. Describe preoperative and intraoperative care required by LVRS.
  3. Identify key aspects of postoperative management of the LVRS patient.
Price: $21.95

Credits:

  • ANCC 2.3 CH
  • DC - BON 2.3 CH
  • KY-BON 2.0 CH

Lippincott Williams & Wilkins is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.
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This activity is also provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 11749. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins is also an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the District of Columbia and Florida #50-1223. Your certificate is valid in all states.
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The ANCC's accreditation status of Lippincott Williams & Wilkins Department of Continuing Education refers only to its continuing nursing educational activities and does not imply Commission on Accreditation approval or endorsement of any commercial product.





Test Code: ORN0311B
Published: March 2011
Expires: 12/31/2026
Sources: OR Nurse 2015
Required Passing Score: 13/18 (72%)
Authors: Catherine A. Meldrum MS, BSN, RN, CCRC, Rishindra M. Reddy MD