How Extreme Heat Can Affect Health
Virtual Symposium
Tuesday, October 14 | 12:00 PM ET
Extreme heat is an increasing public health threat, particularly during disasters and public health emergencies.
The Florida Center for Nursing, together with the Nursing Action Coalition of Florida (NACFL), will present How Extreme Heat Can Affect Health, a virtual symposium addressing this increasing public health threat.
Learning Objectives:
- Identify at least three heat-related illnesses that may occur during a disaster or public health emergency.
- Explain how heat impacts chronic health conditions.
- Discuss how medications can contribute to heat sensitivity.
- Recognize the nurse’s role in the management of heat-related illness, especially during a disaster or public health emergency.
Presenters
Deborah Hogan, MPH, BSN, RN
Carol Lindsey, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC, FAANP
Relevant Financial Relationships
Prior to the activity, USF Health will disclose and mitigate all relevant financial relationships that relate to the content of the activity.
ANCC Accreditation Statement
USF Health is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.