ENT Essentials Package
Patients often seek treatment for ENT-related issues; correctly diagnosing and treating these conditions can prevent complications and relieve symptoms. Fitzgerald Faculty share current guidelines and their collective insights from years in practice.
Included Courses
Courses included in this package. Click on a course to learn more.
- Acute Bacterial Rhinosinusitis: A focus on the latest treatment recommendations 1.5 1.5What are the most common risk factors for acute bacterial rhinosinusitis (ABRS)? What are the leading pathogens causing acute sinusitis? What are the current recommendations for assessment and treatment of bacterial sinusitis? Learn the answers to these questions in this case-based program.
- Allergic Rhinitis: Focus on Assessment and Intervention 1.5 1.5
Learn to differentiate between the common cold, acute bacterial rhinosinusitis (ABRS), and allergic rhinitis (AR).
Dr. Fitzgerald provides evidence-based guidelines for diagnosing and managing AR.
- Bacterial Pharyngitis, Acute Bacterial Rhinosinusitis, Acute Otitis Media 2 2
What are the most common risk factors for acute bacterial pharyngitis, acute otitis media, and acute conjunctivitis? What are the leading pathogens causing these conditions?
- Cough, Cold and Fever Symptoms: Pharmacologic Therapies 1.7 1.7
Symptoms associated with upper respiratory tract infection (URI) are among the most common encountered in practice. Dr. Fitzgerald gives prescribing tips in choosing products to help manage common URI symptoms.
- Dental Examinations: Identifying Common Disorders 1.4 0.2
Learn how to conduct a systematic and thorough oral exam. Emergent, urgent, and primary care procedures expert Dr. Theresa Campo will help you determine dental diagnoses and treatments based on signs and symptoms.
- Dizziness, Vertigo, and Syncope: Assessment and Treatment 1.5 0.5
Learn to differentiate among the causes of syncope, near syncope, vertigo, and ataxia, including adverse drug effects. Central and peripheral vertigo are explained, as well as how to choose appropriate pharmacologic interventions. - Expert Exam: HEENT: Physical Assessment 3Master adult physical assessment skills with this in-depth CEU course. Built around the HEENT exam (Head, Eyes, Ears, Nose, and Throat), this video-based training enhances clinical accuracy for nurse practitioners and other healthcare professionals.
- Pediatric Prescribing: A Focus on Antibiotic Therapy 1.75 1.75
Clinical expert Dr. Margaret A. Fitzgerald, DNP, FNP-BC, NP-C, FAANP, CSP, FAAN, DCC, FNAP offers a comprehensive overview of pediatric pharmacokinetics (PK) and pharmacodynamics (PD) principles, focusing on their critical role in effective antimicrobial therapy. Participants will gain valuable insights into the importance of appropriate antibiotic prescribing for children and explore key challenges in pediatric antimicrobial use. Nurse practitioners will enhance their expertise in evidence-based pediatric prescribing, improving patient outcomes and promoting responsible antibiotic use.
- Rx Essentials: Pediatric Prescribing & Sick Visit Challenges 1.5 1.5
When children present for a pediatric sick visit, you have to provide a balance between helping the child feel better and offering the best in safe, effective care, including prescribing, based on the evidence.