OVERVIEW
This free CE activity consists of a presentation, a learning assessment, and an evaluation. This virtual lecture is derived from a live telephone/web education program presented on Tuesday, February 28, 2012.

MEDIUM: Virtual Lecture
INTERNET RELEASE DATE: May 21, 2012
CME credit is no longer available for this activity.

Estimated time to complete this activity: 1.0 hour

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TARGET AUDIENCE
Oncology nurses and social workers involved in the treatment of CLL

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PROGRAM GOAL
To educate oncology nurses and social workers about emerging therapies in chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) diagnosis and treatment

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EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES
After completing this activity, the participant should be better able to:

• Describe tests used to diagnose and stage CLL
• Identify current and emerging treatments for CLL patients
• Explain personalized CLL treatment plans
• Describe the importance of clinical trials in improving CLL patient outcomes
• Discuss CLL side effects management and quality of life

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FACULTY

MICHAEL J. KEATING, MB, BS
Professor of Medicine and Internist
Leukemia Department
Division of Cancer Medicine
The University of Texas
MD Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, TX

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METHOD OF PARTICIPATION
To complete this activity and receive a statement of credit, participants must:

1. Review all contents of this activity
2. Complete and submit the learning assessment and evaluation form
3. Score at least 70% on the learning assessment

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CONTINUING EDUCATION INFORMATION FOR NURSES AND SOCIAL WORKERS
Approval for nurses has been obtained by the National Office of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society under provider number CEP 5832 to award 1.0 continuing education contact hour through the California Board of Registered Nursing.

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS), provider number 1105, is approved as a provider for social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) www.aswb.org Approved Continuing Education Program (ACE). Approval Period: December 2011 - December 2014. LLS maintains responsibility for the program. Social workers should contact their regulatory board to determine course approval. Social workers will receive 1.0 CE clinical clock hour.

Upon successful completion of the entire program, learning assessment (grade of 70% or higher) and submission of the activity evaluation, a certificate of completion will be issued to you within 30 days, via email or US mail based on your designation on the evaluation.

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SUPPORT STATEMENT
This program is supported by a grant from Teva Oncology.

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FEE INFORMATION
There is no fee for this educational activity.

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QUESTIONS AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
For questions regarding the content of this activity, please contact an LLS Information Specialist at
800-955-4572, or infocenter@lls.org. For technical assistance, contact jungsen@rmcom.net.

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SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
Hardware/Software requirements include:
• Windows 95, 98se, ME, XP, NT 4.0, 2000   
  - Internet Explorer 4.0+
  - Netscape Navigator 6.2+
  - Mozilla Firefox 1.0+
• Macintosh 9.2, OS X 10.1+
  - Safari 1.1+
  - Netscape Navigator 6.2+
  - Internet Explorer 5.2+
  - Mozilla Firefox 1.0+
• Additional Requirements
  - Windows Media Player
  - Internal/external speakers
  - Broadband connection (DSL/cable) recommended

 

 

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