NTI Recorded Session NTI25391

Life after Death: Exploring the Ethical and Legal Implication of Organ Donation

Author(s): Ms. Stephanie Lynn Osier, RN, BSN, CCRN, CPTC

Contact Hours 1.25

CERP B 1.25

Expires Dec 31, 2027

Topics: Palliative/End-of-life Care, Ethics

Role: Staff

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Activity Summary

This session provides a comprehensive overview of the ethical and legal implications of organ donation including living donation. Participants will explore key ethical principles and legal frameworks, examine case studies to identify and resolve common challenges, and develop strategies to compassionately support donor families. The goal is to equip nurses with the knowledge and tools to navigate complex situations, promote ethical practices, and enhance collaborative efforts in organ transplantation.

Objectives

  • Summarize the key ethical principles and legal regulations that govern organ donation.
  • Identify and resolve common ethical dilemmas and legal issues in the organ donation process through cases studies.
  • Develop strategies to provide emotional and psychological support to donor families, ensuring respectful and compassionate care.

Continuing Education Disclosure Statement

Criteria for Awarding Contact Hours

Learners must complete the entire activity and the associated evaluation AND read Implicit Bias impacts patient outcomes. No partial credit will be awarded.

Accreditation

American Association of Critical-Care Nurses is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider number CEP 1036, for {contactHours} contact hours.

Disclosures

The Nurse Planner has determined that no individuals with the ability to control content of this activity have relevant relationships with ineligible companies.

Activities with pharmacotherapeutic credit are to assist the APRN in fulfilling their education requirements for licensure and certification renewals.

Refund Policy

Continuing Education Activities are nonrefundable.