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Description

This article has been approved by the Orthopaedic Nurses Certification Board for Category A credit toward recertification as an ONC.

Purpose of Activity

To present the details of a project that investigated the effects of bisphosphonate use on the risk of atypical hip fracture.

Learning Objectives

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

  1. Select evidence based recommendations for the use of bisphosphonates.
  2. Identify methods to educate practitioners about atypical fractures associated with long term bisphosphonate use and appropriate screening methods.
Price: $25.00

Credits:

  • ANCC 2.5 CH
  • DC - BON 2.5 CH
  • KY-BON 2.5 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.





Test Code: ON1113B
Published: November/December 2013
Expires: 12/31/2026
Required Passing Score: 13/18 (72%)
Authors: Ashleigh A. Ortega
Specialties: Orthopaedics