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In celebration of National Radiologic Technology Week, the Philips Learning Center is pleased to offer two great online course discounts for the entire month of November. We are providing 25 RT Essentials online, Category A CE-approved courses with a 25% discount and 2 FREE 3.5 Category A CEU online courses.

Pick the courses that most interest you or purchase them all. These offers are valid November 1 - 30, 2009. The 25% and 100% discounts will be applied at checkout, using the promotional codes provided below. Each discount code can only be used for one purchase transaction, both can be applied via separate orders.

2 FREE 3.5 Category A CEUs online courses – use code: 1142487 (100%)

Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology Refresher – Abdomen (2.5 CE)
The aim of this course is to provide a refresher and comprehensive review of the basic anatomy and physiology of the abdomen. The course will review the major organs including the oral cavity, pharynx, esophagus, stomach, liver, spleen, pancreas, small and large intestine, and urinary system and the location, structure, and parts of the various organs. It will also review common pathological conditions and diseases affecting the various organs.

Shock: Signs, Symptoms, Treatment and Prevention (1.0 CE)
This module describes how to recognize the signs and symptoms of shock and the treatment and prevention measures to reverse or slow the progression of this common, life-threatening condition. Applying basic patient care skills for handling cases of shock in the hospital or in other health care settings is detailed. An in-depth description of the cardiovascular system and the role of perfusion are provided as a foundation for understanding the underlying causes of shock. Discussion of the eight types of shock and their respective treatments is given.

RT Essentials Courses with the 25% discount use code: 692017 (25%)
Full course descriptions are available via the Course Catalog or click on the link to the course when you enter the discount code in “My Discount Code" in your profile – see instructions below

• X-ray Plain and Simple (1.5 CE)
• Digital Imaging in Radiography: The Basics (1.5 CE)
• Digital Imaging in Radiography: Image Quality Control (1.0CE)
• CR and DR Plain and Simple (2.0 CE)
• Medical Image Processing Plain and Simple (1.0 CE)
• Understanding DICOM Plain and Simple (1.0 CE)
• Medical Imaging Trends in Healthcare Plain and Simple (1.0 CE)
• Blood Borne Pathogens (1.5 CE)
• Basic Medical Terminology (1.0 CE)
• Notes on Fluoroscopic Radiation Safety (1.0 CE)
• Advance Directives: Implications for Radiologic Technologists (1.0 CE)
• Communication, Part 1: Communication and Patient Care (1.0 CE)
• Ergonomics for Radiologic Technologists, Part 1: Posture (0.5 CE)
• Ergonomics for Radiologic Technologists, Part 2: Moving and Lifting (0.5CE)
• Engaging Older Adults in Evidence Based Fall Prevention for RTs (1.0 CE)
• Patient Safety: It’s Everybody’s Business (2.5 CE)
• Hospital Acquired Infections (1.0 CE)
• Infection Control Update (1.0 CE)
• Preventing Medical Errors in Radiology (1.5 CE)
• Failure Mode Effect Analysis (1.0 CE)
• Prevention and Control of MRSA (Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus) (1.5 CE)
• Approach to the Geriatric Patient (1.5 CE)
• Radiation Safety in the Operating Room (0.5 CE)
• Radiation Safety (1.0 CE)
• Basics of Radiation Protection (1.0 CE) 

Follow the below quick steps to register today!

1. Go to www.theonlinelearningcenter.com, November 1-30, 2009.
2. Register if you are new to the Learning Center or log in with your email and password.
3. Go to "My Account" and select "My Discount Code"
4. Enter discount code 692017 (25%) or 1142487 (100%) and submit.
5. Click the title of the course that you want to study and view the description. If interested in purchasing the course, select ‘Add to Cart” (Please note: the discount will be applied at checkout).
6. To select another course, select “My Discount Code” and select the course you want and click ‘Add to Cart’.
7. When finished, click ‘Go to checkout’. The total will be shown with the discount and how much you have saved by using the code. Enter your credit card/billing information if required and click ‘Purchase’.
8. Please note that the discount code is a one-time only, so it is best to get all courses that you want as one transaction.
9. The code will not apply to the media, shipping and handling of CDs.
10. Click on 'My Learning Activities' to study your course, take the test, and obtain your CE certificate. You have up to 6 months to obtain your CE certificate for each course.
    

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