Understanding Stress and Immunity
Hours: 5.00
Stress can indirectly contribute to a wide array of maladies associated with either a hyper- or hypoactive state of immunity. Susceptibility to the common cold is increased, autoimmune symptoms are heightened, and allergies can be worsened by exams, divorce, or losing one’s job. Circumstances that contribute to stress for adults are not likely to improve any time soon. The field of psychoneuroimmunology is changing and expanding rapidly. This course provides a discussion of the current evidence regarding the direct and indirect ways the emotions of stress can impact the immune system and a person’s physical and mental health and well-being.
Stress can indirectly contribute to a wide array of maladies associated with either a hyper- or hypoactive state of immunity. Susceptibility to the common cold is increased, autoimmune symptoms are heightened, and allergies can be worsened by exams, divorce, or losing one’s job. Circumstances that contribute to stress for adults are not likely to improve any time soon. The field of psychoneuroimmunology is changing and expanding rapidly. This course provides a discussion of the current evidence regarding the direct and indirect ways the emotions of stress can impact the immune system and a person’s physical and mental health and well-being.
Kansas Department of Aging and Disability Services (Dietary)
Approved for 5.00 continuing education clock hours for Kansas licensed dietitians by the Kansas Department of Aging and Disability. Long Term Sponsorship number LTS-D1058. This activity is approved for 5.00 contact hours.
California Board of Registered Nursing
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, CEP# 13791
Nurses will receive 5.00 contact hours for participating in this course.
Commission on Dietetic Registration
As a Jointly Accredited organization, Relias LLC is accredited to offer dietetic continuing education by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR). The CDR is an associate member of Joint Accreditation for Interprofessional Continuing Education.
District of Columbia Board of Nursing
District of Columbia Board of Nursing Approved Continuing Education program (CEBroker Provider #50-290).
Nurses will receive 5.00 contact hours for participating in this course.
Florida Board of Nursing
Florida Board of Nursing (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
Nurses will receive 5.00 contact hours for participating in this course.
American Nurses Credentialing Center
In support of improving patient care, Relias LLC is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
Nurses will receive 5.00 Nursing Contact Hours after successfully completing this course.
Florida Council of Dietetics and Nutrition
Florida Council of Dietetics and Nutrition (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
This course is approved for 5.00 contact hours.
Georgia Board of Nursing
Georgia Board of Nursing (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
Nurses will receive 5.00 contact hours for participating in this course.
South Carolina Board of Nursing
South Carolina Board of Nursing (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
Nurses will receive 5.00 contact hours for participating in this course.
West Virginia Board of Registered Nursing
West Virginia Board of Registered Nursing (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
Nurses will receive 5.00 contact hours for participating in this course.
New Mexico Board of Nursing
New Mexico Board of Nursing (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
Nurses will receive 5.00 contact hours for participating in this course.
Arkansas State Board of Nursing
Arkansas State Board Of Nursing Approved Continuing Education program (CEBroker Provider #50-290).
Nurses will receive 5.00 contact hours for participating in this course.
Describe two forms of stress and how they affect the body.
Describe at least three brain regions involved in mediating emotions and the behaviors associated with stress.
Identify at least three neurotransmitters and hormones that are activated during times of duress.
Discuss the normal function of the immune system and the ways that stress affects it.
Describe the manner by which stress-induced changes in the brain can exacerbate immune system diseases.
List at least four immune components produced during acute inflammation.
Discuss the manner by which chronic inflammation can result in both mood and immune disorders.
Outline steps healthcare workers can take to promote good immunity.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Foundation
Section 3: Concept of Stress
Definition of Stress
Acute Versus Chronic Stress
Anabolic Stress Response
Somatic Versus Psychogenic Stress
Summary
Section 4: The Response to Stress
Perception
Fight/Flight Response
Prefrontal Cortex (PFC)
The Amygdala
Ventral Striatum
Sequence of Events
Emotional Shortcut
Implications for Care
Summary
Section 5: Stress Physiology
Autonomic Nervous System
Hypothalamic--Pituitary-Adrenal (HPA) Axis
Summary
Section 6: The Immune System
Innate Immunity
Fever
Sleep
Adaptive Immunity
Practical Implications
Summary
Section 7: Stress-Induced Immunological Imbalance
Infectious Disease
Inflammation
Cardiovascular Disease
Cancer
Depression
Stress Resilience
Summary
Section 7: Conclusion
Summary
Course Contributors
References
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Sara Wagner, MS, RDN is the Director of Undergraduate Dietetics Programs at the University of Wisconsin Green Bay, where she teaches courses in medical nutrition therapy and cutting-edge nutrition topics. Recognized for her effective and passionate teaching, Wagner is skilled in teaching learners to locate, interpret, and analyze current evidence-based research to successfully influence their healthcare practice decisions. Disclosure: Sara Wagner MS, RDN has no Relevant Financial or Non-Financial Relationship with ineligible companies to disclose.
The target audience for this course is: Level II level Dietitians; Nurses; in the following settings: Acute Care Facility.
Asynchronous/Online Distance Learning; please see certificate details for specifics on delivery format.
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