(Volume 3, Issue 7) e-Cystic Fibrosis Review: The Role of Exercise & Physical Activity in Optimizing CF Outcomes
e-Cystic Fibrosis Review is a monthly CE series for nurses, nurse practitioners, and others involved in the care of patients with Cystic Fibrosis. It provides updates on the latest research, best practices, and issues currently under debate, as well as a concise review of relevant journal literature.
(Volume 3, Issue 7)
Target Audience
Nurses and health care professionals involved in the care of patients with Cystic Fibrosis.
Learning Objectives
After participating in this activity, the participant will demonstrate the ability to:
Describe the pathophysiology of exercise intolerance in patients with cystic fibrosis (CF,).
Discuss the research on the relationship between exercise function/capacity and longitudinal clinical outcomes in patients with CF.
Summarize how to implement exercise and physical activity recommendations to optimize clinical outcomes in patients with CF.
Greg D. Wells, PhD
Associate Scientist & Assistant Professor of Physiology and Experimental Medicine
Faculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education
Hospital for Sick Children
The University of Toronto
Ontario, Canada
Available Credit
- 1.00 ANCC