OVERVIEW

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is organized by Nurse.com - OnCourse Learning Corporation and will be held from May 03, 2018 - May 03, 2021. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 1.5 Contact Hours.

Course Description:
Gastroesophageal reflux disease is one of the most common GI complaints that healthcare providers encounter. The backflow of food, liquids, and gastric acid from the stomach into the esophagus can result in heartburn. Healthcare professionals, acting as a team, play an important role in detecting early symptoms of GERD and helping patients manage the disease. Pre-existing conditions that increase the risk of GERD include obesity, smoking, and certain medications. With appropriate lifestyle and dietary changes, many of the symptoms of GERD can be mitigated. Medications and surgical interventions may be required when lifestyle changes are unsuccessful. This course describes GERD, its risk factors, diagnostics, and treatments.

Goal and Learning Outcomes:
The goal of this continuing education program is to update nurses’ and dietitians’ knowledge of the pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment of the patient with gastroesophageal reflux disease. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to:
• Identify two common causes of GERD
• Describe four differences in the presentation of GERD in infancy and adulthood
• Discuss four diagnostic tests that detect GERD
• Explain the current evidence-based diet, lifestyle, pharmacologic, and surgical interventions for GERD

Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.