Learn basic information about the functions of the kidneys, the causes of chronic kidney disease (CKD), and some signs of kidney disease. The purpose of Kidney School CE courses is to educate renal professionals about the medical and psychosocial impacts of end-stage kidney disease, as well as patients’ experience of coping with this chronic condition.
Objectives
After taking this course, participants will be able to:
- Describe the basic functions of the kidneys
- Identify the leading causes of kidney failure
- Describe the warning signs of kidney failure
- Describe the treatments and preventive measures that can slow the progression of kidney failure
- List self-management strategies that can help patients adapt to living with chronic kidney disease
Audience
Nurses and Dialysis Technicians
Contact Hour Approval
This continuing nursing education activity was approved by Medical Education Institute, approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #CEP-17088, for 1 contact hour.
Accreditation for this course expires October 31, 2026.
It is the responsibility of the applicant to determine if these CE contact hours will be accepted by a particular licensing organization.
About Kidney School
All content for Kidney School is developed by Medical Education Institute and reviewed by a multidisciplinary team of experts and patients. Kidney School does not endorse any products, and use of Kidney School does not replace a patient’s need to talk with a healthcare professional about individual healthcare concerns and treatment options.
The Kidney School CE Planning Committee members are: Catherine G. Cox, RN, BSN, MS, Dori Schatell, MS, and Beth Witten, MSW, LSCSW.
Conflicts of interest
No conflicts of interest were disclosed.
