CE Courses

Endovascular AV Fistula Creation and Use

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For the first time in over 50 years, there is a major change in arteriovenous fistula creation. Endovascular arteriovenous fistulas are likely to become more common and you will need to know how they are created, their benefits, as well as care and cannulation of this new dialysis access.

Course Objectives:

  1. Discuss three differences between creation of a surgical and an endovascular (endo) arteriovenous (AV) fistula (F).
  2. Outline three potential benefits of an endoAVF for patients.
  3. List three signs that an endoAVF is mature and ready for cannulation.
  4. Describe the process of cannulating an endoAVF.

Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP17088, for 1 contact hour.  
Course expires is 10/31/2026.

Engage Patients in Your Antibiotic Stewardship Program

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A review of the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) core elements of antibiotic stewardship and how it relates to the use of antibiotics in the dialysis facility.  Looking at the set of commitments and actions designed to “optimize the treatment of infections while reducing the adverse events associated with antibiotic use.”  Practical ways that dialysis facilities and staff can initiate or expand antibiotic stewardship to involve patients.

Understanding CKD Through the Drug Chart

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Dialysis patients have many medications to help keep them healthy and balance the effects of dialysis. In this course, the learner will explore the various medications required to keep the patient in balance and address renal disease management. We will examine the drug chart and look at the purpose of the myriad of medication areas involved in dialysis disease management, as well as the management of comorbid conditions.

Alternative Treatments: Kidney School Module 15

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Module 15 of Kidney School provides information about alternative treatments like acupuncture, massage, herbs, and homeopathy and how they may improve or impair the health of people with chronic kidney disease. This module also discusses which treatments are safe for dialysis patients. The purpose of Kidney School Continuing Education courses is to enable the learner to better understand the medical and psychosocial impacts of end stage renal disease, as well as patients’ experience of coping with this chronic condition.

Patient Rights and Responsibilities: Kidney School Module 14

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Module 14 of Kidney School provides information about the rights and responsibilities of the person with kidney disease and their role as a member of the healthcare team. This module offers suggestions about how to handle conflicts with healthcare providers. Decision-making about end-of-life issues is also included in this module. The purpose of Kidney School Continuing Education courses is to enable the learner to better understand the medical and psychosocial impacts of end stage renal disease, as well as patients’ experience of coping with this chronic condition.

Heart Health and Blood Pressure: Kidney School Module 13

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Module 13 of Kidney School provides information about how chronic kidney disease affects heart health. High blood pressure is the number two cause of kidney disease. Heart disease is the number one killer of kidney patients. This module offers suggestions about how to manage blood pressure and keep kidney patients’ kidneys and hearts healthy. The purpose of Kidney School Continuing Education courses is to enable the learner to better understand the medical and psychosocial impacts of end stage renal disease, as well as patients’ experience of coping with this chronic condition.

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