#1046 Colorectal Cancer Across the Continuum of Care(15 Credits/hours)

Course Details:
Launch Date: August 5, 2025
Expires: August 31, 2027

Course #1046
15 Credits/Hours

Course Overview

This comprehensive course provides healthcare professionals and students with essential knowledge about colorectal cancer, covering epidemiology, pathophysiology, clinical presentation, diagnostic approaches, treatment modalities, and patient management. The course integrates current evidence-based practices and guidelines to enhance understanding of this significant health condition.

Table of Contents

1. Introduction to Colorectal Cancer: Epidemiology and Risk Factors
2. Anatomy and Pathophysiology of Colorectal Cancer
3. Clinical Presentation and Screening Guidelines
4. Diagnostic Evaluation and Staging
5. Surgical Management and Techniques
6. Chemotherapy and Radiation Therapy
7. Targeted Therapy and Immunotherapy
8. Follow-Up Care and Survivorship

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:

• Identify the major epidemiological trends and risk factors associated with colorectal cancer development
• Describe the anatomical structures involved and explain the pathophysiological mechanisms of colorectal cancer progression
• Recognize clinical manifestations and apply current screening recommendations for early detection
• Demonstrate understanding of diagnostic procedures and staging systems used in colorectal cancer evaluation
• Explain surgical approaches and techniques utilized in colorectal cancer treatment
• Discuss the principles and applications of chemotherapy and radiation therapy in disease management
• Evaluate the role of targeted therapy and immunotherapy in modern colorectal cancer treatment
• Outline appropriate follow-up care protocols and survivorship strategies for colorectal cancer patients