Alzheimer's disease.(continuing medical education)

From: ISNA Bulletin | Date: February 1, 2007 | Copyright information

ONF-06-38-I INDEPENDENT STUDY

This independent study has been developed for nurses who wish to learn more about identification and treatment of Alzheimer's Disease. It takes approximately 70 minutes to complete this independent study. 1.3 contact hours will be awarded for successful completion of this independent study.

The Ohio Nurses Foundation (OBN-001-91) is accredited as a provider of continuing education in nursing by the American Nurses Credentialing C...

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