Anatomy and Physiology: Endocrine System

Hours: 1.00
# Course Code: REL-RCC-ANAT-APES

The endocrine system is one of the primary body systems that communicates and coordinates an array of functions. Much of what the endocrine system does goes unnoticed by the person. This stealth system has its hand in almost every body function including promoting sleep, sending signals of thirst and hunger, and balancing critical body fluids.

Course Description

The endocrine system is one of the primary body systems that communicates and coordinates an array of functions. Much of what the endocrine system does goes unnoticed by the person. This stealth system has its hand in almost every body function including promoting sleep, sending signals of thirst and hunger, and balancing critical body fluids.

Certificates

Certificates provided by accrediting body (2 Match)

American Academy of Professional Coders

1.0 HOURS

This activity is approved for 1.0000 contact hours.

American Health Information Management Association

1.0 HOURS

“This program has been approved for 1.0000 continuing education unit(s) for use in fulfilling the continuing education requirements of the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA). Granting prior approval from AHIMA does not constitute endorsement of the program content or its program sponsor.”

Course Details

Course Code: REL-RCC-ANAT-APES

Hours: 1

Type: Online Course

Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2026

Learning Objectives:
Describe the function of the endocrine system.
Identify the endocrine system glands and hormones, including the mechanism of action and feedback mechanisms of regulation.
Describe common endocrine disorders seen in healthcare.

Outline:

Section 1: Introduction

About this Course

Learning Objectives

Overview of the Endocrine System

Comparison of the Endocrine and Nervous Systems

Endocrine and Exocrine Glands

Comparison of the Endocrine and Exocrine Glands

Glands of the Endocrine System

Classification of Hormones

Hormone Secretion

Hormone Receptors

Mechanism of Action

Regulation of Hormone Secretion

Feedback Mechanisms

Review

Key Takeaways

Pituitary Gland

Hormones of the Anterior Pituitary Gland

Hormones of the Posterior Pituitary Gland

Hypothalamus

Health Matters: Pituitary Adenomas

Review

Key Takeaways

Section 4: Thyroid, Parathyroid Glands, Adrenal Glands, and Pancreas

Thyroid Gland

Parathyroid Glands

Review

Adrenal Glands

Review

Pancreas

Diabetes Mellitus

Review

Key Takeaways

Ovaries

Testes

Pineal Gland

Minor Endocrine Tissues and Organs

Review

Key Takeaways

Course Summary

Course Contributor

References

Subject Matter Expert: Jessica Peckham, MSN, RN-BC, CDCES, CCM

Ms. Peckham has over 14 years of experience as a Board-Certified RN and Certified Diabetes Education Specialist, providing patient-centered advocacy and care. She earned her MSN in Global Health and Informatics and completed a post-master’s program at Harvard Medical School in Safety, Quality, Informatics, and Leadership in healthcare. Her clinical expertise includes critical care, ambulatory care, community and home health, long-term care, case management, and clinical quality program management.

As a clinical program manager, Ms. Peckham has implemented quality improvement research programs to enhance continuity of care for patients and families managing complex, chronic conditions. She has been integral in the coordination of population health transition of care programs throughout North Carolina and Massachusetts. Additionally, she has supported the health of migrant farmworkers and created professional development training for improved care and health equity for LGBTQ+ and other underserved populations.

Currently, Ms. Peckham serves as a nurse consultant, providing subject matter expertise in clinical safety and quality. Her work has been published in the Tarheel Nurse journal, and she was recently highlighted in the Harvard Medical School journal. She continues to write in support of the nursing profession. In her free time, she volunteers with the American Red Cross as a Disaster Health Services RN and has been deployed throughout the United States.

Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Coding Specialists; in the following settings: Acute Care Facility.

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Asynchronous/Online Distance Learning; please see certificate details for specifics on delivery format.
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Anatomy and Physiology: Endocrine System

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American Academy of Professional Coders

American Health Information Management Association

$ 70.0 Paid $70.00

$70.00