Gastroenterology Nurse Practice Volume 1, Issue 1 - Short Bowel Syndrome

This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. Other healthcare providers may also participate.

Learning Objectives
After participating in the activity, learners should be better able to:
 List common causes and risk factors associated with the development of short bowel syndrome (SBS)
 Identify characteristics of the three anatomical types of SBS that result from surgical resection of the intestines
 Determine tools and protocols that may be used to help appropriately diagnose patients with SBS
 Discuss the role of intestinal rehabilitation programs in the management of patients with SBS

Continuing education: The Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates, Inc. is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s (ANCC) Commission on Accreditation

According to the American Board of Certification for Gastroenterology Nurses (ABCGN), 2.00 hours earned in this activity is considered approved (GI Specific).

Contact hour(s): 2.00

Contact hour(s) expiration: December 1, 2023

SGNA is provider-approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 11579. Check with your state board of nursing for acceptability of education sessions for re-licensure.