OD02 - Caring for Military and Veteran Patients: Applying the Evidence

This presentation provides a background on the U.S. military to include demographics and culture, use evidence to assist in highlighting the unique health care needs of the military/veteran population, highlight resources available to military and veterans, suggest practical applications for medical-surgical nurses and their managers, and provide discussion and feedback from active duty military nurses.

Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:

Contact hours available until 10/25/22.

Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online CNE evaluation. You will be able to print your CNE certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.

Faculty, Planners, and Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:

Planning Committee Disclosures:
There are no disclosures to declare.

Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
There are no disclosures to declare.

Commercial Support and Sponsorship:
No commercial support or corporate sponsorship was received.

Accreditation Statement:
This session is jointly provided by Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. (AJJ) and the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses (AMSN).

Anthony J Jannetti, Inc. is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nurses, Provider Number CEP 5387.

Learning Outcome:
After completing this learning activity, the participant will be able to discuss culturally appropriate medical-surgical nursing care considerations for U.S. military service members and veterans.