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Activity Steps

Purpose of Activity

To provide information on looping and the use of abdominal pressure to prevent loop reformation during a colonoscopy.

Learning Objectives

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

  1. Examine common loops that may form during a colonoscopy, risk factors for loop formation, and methods the endoscopist must employ to reduce loops.
  2. Select principles related to the proper application of abdominal pressure.
  3. Identify hand placement techniques for abdominal pressure during a colonoscopy.
Price: $20.00

Credits:

  • ANCC 2.0 CH
  • DC - BON 2.0 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.





Test Code: GN0715B
Published: Jul/Aug 2015
Expires: 12/31/2026
Required Passing Score: 16/18 (88%)
Authors: James A. Prechel, AA, GTS; Robert E. Sedlack, MD; Frank A. Harreld; Melissa M. Sederquest
Specialties: Gastroenterology
Topics: Endoscopy