Nevada Board of Nursing–approved bioterrorism education
This self-paced, four-hour course helps Nevada nurses recognize the medical consequences of terrorism involving weapons of mass destruction and understand their role in an initial healthcare response. It addresses biological, chemical, radiological, and nuclear exposures through the practical lens of patient assessment, protective measures, surveillance, and reporting.
The course is approved by the Nevada State Board of Nursing for its one-time, four-hour bioterrorism continuing education requirement.
Course objectives
At the conclusion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Identify acts of terrorism and categories of weapons of mass destruction.
- Recognize common symptoms and treatment considerations associated with exposure to biological, chemical, radiological, and nuclear agents.
- Describe syndromic surveillance and reporting procedures for suspected acts of terrorism involving biological agents.
- Identify appropriate personal protective equipment and initial protective measures for relevant exposure scenarios.
- Describe the information available through the Health Alert Network and its use during a public health response.
Course details
Audience: Nevada nurses completing the one-time bioterrorism education requirement; other healthcare professionals may also benefit from the course.
Format: Self-paced online learning
Contact hours: 4
Completion: Complete the required lessons and assessment to receive a certificate of completion.
Provider: Network4Learning, Inc.