Education – Journal Articles

Below is a list of continuing nursing education activities. Read the article and take the posttest to earn CNE credits.

Nursing Research: What Is It and How Can Dermatology Nurses Use It?
CE Fee: DNA Member - $10, Nonmember - $15
Contact Hours: 1.3 Expiration Date: October 31, 2009
After studying the information presented in this article, the nurse will be able to:
1. Define nursing research.
2. Discuss the use of nursing research in dermatology.
3. Explain how to use nursing research in dermatology.
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Free CNE!   Psoriatic Disease and Psoriatic Arthritis: Assessment and Treatment
CNE Fee: Complimentary CNE made possible through an educational grant from Abbott.
Contact Hours: 1.5 Expiration Date: October 31, 2008
This educational activity is designed for nurses and other health care providers who care for and educate patients regarding psoriatic disease. For those wishing to obtain CE credit, an evaluation follows. After studying the information presented in this article, the nurse will be able to:
1. Describe the morbidity of psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis.
2. Discuss the muscoskeletal and radiographic features of psoriatic arthritis.
3. Define the differential diagnosis of psoriatic arthritis.
4. Describe the role of the dermatologic professional in PsA management.
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Anti-TNF Therapies: Practical Approaches to Managing Psoriasis
CNE Fee: This activity is supported by an educational donation provided by Amgen and Wyeth Pharmaceuticals.
Contact Hours: 1.0 for Presentation / 1.0 for Newsletter Expiration Date: October 31, 2008
It is important for nurses to be familiar with the most efficient way to help patients obtain their prescribed anti-TNF agent as well as aid in appropriate administration of the agent. Materials that are designed to evaluate patient suitability for each of the anti-TNF agents based upon clinical trial data as well as reviewing administration protocol for these agents will help nurses enhance their approaches to managing patients with psoriasis.
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Habit Reversal Training for the Itch-Scratch Cycle Associated with Pruritic Skin Conditions
CE Fee: DNA Member - $10, Nonmember - $15
Contact Hours: 1.4 Expiration Date: June 30, 2009
This continuing nursing educational (CNE) activity is designed for nurses and other health care providers who care for and educate patients and their families regarding habit reversal training. For those wishing to obtain CNE credit, an evaluation follows. After studying the information presented in this article, the nurse will be able to:
1. Describe a "habit" and how it relates to the itch-scratch cycle.
2. Define a clinical intervention model for habit reversal/behavior modification therapy.
3. Explain key intervention strategies in habit reversal therapy.
4. Discuss implications for practice in using habit reversal therapy.
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Patient Profiles in Psoriatic Disease: A Case-Based Approach Webcast
CNE Fee: Waived
Contact Hours: 1.4 Expiration Date: May 5, 2008
This continuing nursing education (CNE) activity is designed for dermatology nurses active in the treatment of psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis. For those wishing to obtain CNE credit, a posttest and evaluation follows. After reviewing the webcast, participants should be able to:
1. Describe the pathophysiology of psoriatic disorders.
2. Recognize the classic manifestations of psoriatic disorders.
3. Discuss treatment advances involving targeted biologic therapies.
4. Summarize and apply new information on the subject of psoriatic arthritis to improve diagnosis and management.
5. Evaluate efficacy and safety data of the tumor necrosis factor-alpha antagonist agents in the treatment of psoriatic arthritis.
This activity is made possible by an educational grant from Abbott Immunology and is facilitated by Emeritus Educational Sciences.
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Primary Cicatricial Alopecia: Clinical Features and Management
CE Fee: DNA Member - $10, Nonmember - $15
Contact Hours: 1.4 Expiration Date: April 30, 2009
This continuing nursing educational (CNE) activity is designed for nurses and other health care providers who care for and educate patients and their families about primary cicatricial alopecia. For those wishing to obtain CNE credit, an evaluation follows. After studying the information presented in this article, the nurse will be able to:
1. Identify the clinical hallmark of scarring alopecia.
2. Define the difference between primary and secondary cicatricial alopecia.
3. State the essential diagnostic test done when cicatricial alopecia is suspected clinically.
4. Identify the nurse's role in management of cicatricial alopecia.
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Managing Cutaneous Vasculitis in a Patient with Lupus Erythematosus
CE Fee: DNA Member - $10, Nonmember - $15
Contact Hours: 1.4 Expiration Date: February 28, 2009
This continuing nursing educational (CNE) activity is designed for nurses and other health care providers who care for and educate patients and their families about cutaneous vasculitis and lupus erythematosus. For those wishing to obtain CNE credit, an evaluation follows. After studying the information presented in this article, the nurse will be able to:
1. Describe the etiology of cutaneous vasculitis (CV).
2. Discuss the evaluation of CV lesions and assessment of the patient with lupus erythematosis (LE).
3. Explain the medical management and nursing care of the patient with CV and LE.
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A Comprehensive Management Guide for Atopic Dermatitis
CE Fee: DNA Member - $10, Nonmember - $15
Contact Hours: 1.5 Expiration Date: December 31, 2008
This educational activity is designed for nurses and other health care providers who care for and educate patients and their families about atopic dermatitis (AD). For those wishing to obtain continuing nursing education credit, an evaluation follows. After studying the information presented in this article, the nurse will be able to:
1. Describe intrinsic versus extrinsic atopic AD.
2. Explain the detection, course, and prognosis of AD.
3. Define AD triggers.
4. Describe therapies for managing AD including topical and systemic treatments, as well as prevention and patient education.
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Overview of Hepatitis C and Skin
CE Fee: DNA Member - $10, Nonmember - $15
Contact Hours: 1.4 Expiration Date: October 31, 2008
This educational activity is designed for nurses and other health care providers who care for and educate patients regarding hepatitis C and the skin. For those wishing to obtain continuing nursing education credit, an evaluation follows. After studying the information presented in this article, the nurse will be able to:
1. Describe the incidence, epidemiology, and pathogenesis of hepatitis C.
2. List the extrahepatic dermatologic manifestations of hepatitis C.
3. Discuss treatment-associated disorders related to hepatitis C.
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Cutaneous Leiomyomas: A Clinical Marker of Risk for Hereditary Leiomyomatosis and Renal Cell Cancer
CE Fee: DNA Member - $10, Nonmember - $15
Contact Hours: 1.4 Expiration Date: August 31, 2008
This educational activity is designed for nurses and other health care providers who care for and educate patients regarding cutaneous leiomyomas. For those wishing to obtain CE credit, an evaluation follows. After studying the information presented in this article, the nurse will be able to:
1. Describe cutaneous leiomyomas.
2. Discuss the epidemiology and clinical manifestations of hereditary leiomyomatosis and renal cell cancer.
3. Define the symptoms, distribution, appearance, and pathology of cutaneous leiomyomas.
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Treating Itch in Psoriasis
CE Fee: DNA Member - $10, Nonmember - $15
Contact Hours: 1.5 Expiration Date: June 30, 2008
This educational activity is designed for nurses and other health care providers who care for and educate patients regarding psoriatic itch. For those wishing to obtain CE credit, an evaluation follows. After studying the information presented in this article, the nurse will be able to:
1. Discuss the impact of itch in patients with psoriasis.
2. Discuss the effects of constant scratching related to itch in psoriasis.
3. List available treatments for treating itch in psoriasis.
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Allergic Contact Dermatitis to Preservatives
CE Fee: DNA Member - $10, Nonmember - $15
Contact Hours: 1.2 Expiration Date: April 30, 2008
This educational activity is designed for nurses and other health care providers who care for and educate patients and their families regarding allergic contact dermatitis to preservatives. For those wishing to obtain CE credit, an evaluation follows. After studying the information presented in this article, the nurse will be able to:
1. Describe the most common causes of contact allergy by anatomical site.
2. Discuss common ingredients in preservatives and fragrances often responsible for allergic contact dermatitis.
3. List key questions, and their rationale, of a brief patient history of dermatitis.
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Autoimmune Bullous Diseases: Diagnosis and Management
CE Fee: DNA Member - $10, Nonmember - $15
Contact Hours: 1.0 Expiration Date: February 28, 2008
This educational activity is designed for nurses and other health care providers who care for and educate patients regarding autoimmune bullous diseases. For those wishing to obtain CE credit, an evaluation follows. After studying the information presented in this article, the nurse will be able to:
1. Describe the characteristics of bullous pemphigoid, mucous membrane pemphigoid, pemphigus vulgaris, and pemphigus foliaceus.
2. Define paraneoplastic pemphigus, epidermolysis bullosa acquisita, and linear IgA dermatosis.
3. List diagnostic and management principles associated with autoimmune bullous diseases.
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Update on Antimicrobial Resistance
CE Fee: DNA Member - $10, Nonmember - $15
Contact Hours: 1.0 Expiration Date: February 28, 2008
This educational activity is designed for nurses and other health care providers who care for and educate patients regarding antibiotics. For those wishing to obtain CE credit, an evaluation follows. After studying the information presented in this article, the nurse will be able to:
1. Describe the forces of antibiotic resistance.
2. Discuss the worldwide scope of antibiotic resistance.
3. List ways of combating antibiotic resistance.
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Acclimation of International Nurses into U.S. Nursing Practice
CE Fee: $40
Contact Hours: 6.6 Term: 3 weeks
Developed by NCSBN (National Council of State Boards of Nursing) Learning Extension, this course is designed for international nurses and students already practicing or preparing to practice in the U.S. The course will facilitate a successful professional and personal acclimation by providing key information and by directing learners to additional resources for a more in-depth understanding of the various aspects of transitioning into the U.S.
Sign up directly online at www.learningext.com.

The ABCs of Sun Protection for Children
CE Fee: DNA Member - $10, Nonmember - $15
Contact Hours: 1.0 Expiration Date: December 31, 2007
This educational activity is designed for nurses and other health care providers who care for and educate patients regarding sun protection for children. For those wishing to obtain CE credit, an evaluation follows. After studying the information presented in this article, the nurse will be able to:
1. Describe the risk of skin cancer in children.
2. Discuss sun-protection policies recommended for children.
3. List characteristics of sun-protective clothing.
4. Describe the characteristics of sunblocks for protecting children from the sun.
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Statements of Disclosure

Dermatology Nursing Editorial Board
Sally S. Russell, MN, CMSRN, disclosed that she is on the Advisory Board for Roche/Abbott Labs.

All other Dermatology Nursing Editorial Board members reported no actual or potential conflict of interest in relation to the continuing nursing education articles that appear in the journal.

Dermatology Nursing Manuscript Review Panel
 Theresa Coyner, MSN, ANP, disclosed that she is on the Speaker Bureau of Amgen.
Janice Cuzzell, MA, RN, disclosed that she is an employee of Genentech, Inc.
Judith O'Haver, MS, RN, CPNP, disclosed that she has received grant/research support from Novartis, and that she is on the Advisory Board for Beads of Courage.
Sherrill Rudy, MSN, RN, CRNP, disclosed that she holds stock in Genentech, and that she is an employee of Genentech, Inc.
Hope Sylvain, APRN, BC, disclosed that she is on the Consultant Presenter Bureau for Amgen and Collagenex, and that she is on the Advisory Board for Collagenex.

All other Dermatology Nursing Manuscript Review Panel members reported no actual or potential conflict of interest in relation to the continuing nursing education articles that appear in the journal.

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