Cardiac Rehabilitation for Therapy Professionals
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by Elite Learning
1y ago
February is American Heart Month. First celebrated in February 1964, American Heart Month aims to educate the public about the dangers of heart disease, illuminate risk factors, and encourage healthy lifestyles.   Cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States and across the world. Each year, more than 800,000 Americans suffer heart attacks — or one heart attack every 40 seconds. Roughly one in five patients will suffer a second heart attack within the next five years.   Related: Crucial Cardiac Care: The Clinicians Guide from Medical Management to Re ..read more
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Nursing Rated Most Trusted Profession in Recent Gallup Poll
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by Elite Learning
1y ago
The recently released Gallup poll shows 79% of Americans believe nurses have high or very high ethical standards, making them the most trusted profession in the U.S.   Gallup has measured public trust in professions annually since 1990. In that time, a few professions have found themselves on the list each year. For more than two decades, nurses have enjoyed a place among the topmost trusted positions.  “This recognition belongs to America’s 4.4 million incredible nurses,” said American Nursing Association President Jennifer Mensik Kennedy, PhD, MBA, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN ..read more
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Symptoms and Treatments for Major Depressive Disorder
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by Elite Learning
1y ago
Experts estimate that 5% of adults worldwide suffer from depression. In the United States, roughly 21 million adults will experience an episode of depression or major depressive disorder at some point in their life.   Written records of depression date back as far as the 4th century BCE, when Hippocrates identified it as a physiological disorder. As one of the leading causes of disability worldwide, clinical depression is much more complex than recurring feelings of sadness.  Related: Out of Darkness podcast CE series  Is it sadness or major depressive disorder?  Patients ..read more
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Understanding the Risks of Heart Disease in Women
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by Diane M. Goodman, RN, MSN-C, CCRN, CNRN
1y ago
Heart disease remains the leading killer in the United States among both men and women. With significant disparities in research studying the impact of heart disease between men and women, however, many women are simply unaware of the different ways heart disease presents in their bodies.    Subtle, ambiguous, deadly  During a heart attack, women often experience subtler symptoms than those of men. While they may feel the same crushing chest pain most men feel, their symptoms may also be ambiguous, easily dismissed as symptoms of the flu.   Women may feel nauseated or expe ..read more
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FAQs and CE Requirements for Florida Occupational Therapists
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by Elite Learning
1y ago
The deadline to complete the CE requirements for Florida occupational therapists is fast approaching. All licensed OTs in Florida must complete 26 CE hours every two years to renew their license.    CE requirements for Florida occupational therapists  Here’s a quick summary of the CE license renewal requirements for Florida occupational therapists.   License renewal deadline: February 28, 2023   Total hours required: 26 hours    Mandatory hours: 5 hours    Elective hours: 21 hours   Finish up now with unlimited CE ho ..read more
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Eating Disorders: Signs and How to Address Them
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by Ersilia Pompilio RN, MSN, PNP
1y ago
“To lose confidence in one’s body is to lose confidence in oneself.” ― Simone de Beauvoir Eating disorders can be deadly and are seen as a common morbidity in adolescent and young adult females. Too often, diagnosis in men goes overlooked and treatment may be neglected.   Eating disorders negatively impact the whole person, from physical to mental health. Experts estimate that 20 million women and 10 million men in the United States Of America will have or have had an eating disorder at some point in their life. Sexual abuse also plays a large role in eating disorders, with 30% of p ..read more
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How to Price Your Cosmetology Services
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by Elite
1y ago
Have you ever looked at the price of a product or service and wondered where they came up with that number? Well-known brands can charge more because they are well established and have the confidence that people will pay that price. However, if you’re not a big brand spa or salon, figuring out your rates may be challenging. It’s important to know how to price your cosmetology services properly. Try these tips to help you become a pricing master. Know your market One of the best things you can do is be aware of what others are pricing for similar products and services. Check out local spas and ..read more
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Structure and Routine: Creating Certainty
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by Carol Myers, OTR
1y ago
Creating and maintaining structure and routine during times of crisis  While much of the world has regained a new sense of normalcy in the wake of the pandemic, the upheaval of COVID has nevertheless left scars: physical, emotional, and psychological.   Daily structures and routines might look different in the post-pandemic era, but their existence is key to maintaining good mental health.  The benefits of structure and routine Philadelphia-based therapist Elizabeth Earnshaw, LMFT, CGT, pinpoints the value of structure. “Structure can provide an understanding of what’s nex ..read more
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What is Medical Malpractice Insurance?
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by Elite Learning
1y ago
  What healthcare professionals need to know about medical malpractice insurance  Malpractice. It’s a word that keeps many a healthcare professional up at night. Though physicians, nurses, therapists, and other professionals train for years to provide the best possible care for their patients, everyone makes mistakes.   What is malpractice?  Though not as high as previously thought, medical errors still account for approximately 22,000 deaths in the U.S. every year. A patient who believes they were harmed by a healthcare professional’s negligence can sue and seek comp ..read more
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License Renewal Requirements for Louisiana Massage Therapists
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by Elite Learning
1y ago
The deadline to complete the license renewal requirements for Louisiana massage therapists is fast approaching. According to the state board, all licensed MTs in Louisiana must complete 12 CE hours each year to renew their license.   What do Louisiana LMTs need for renewal?  Here’s a quick summary of the CE license renewal requirements for Louisiana massage therapists.  License renewal deadline: March 31, 2023  Total hours required: 12 hours   Mandatory hours: 0 hours   Elective hours: 12 hours  Louisiana continuing education FAQs  Q: This is the firs ..read more
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