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Free Continuing Education Activities for Nurses

Earn Free CEs to Help Provide Optimal Patient Care

The American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN) is proud to share free access to the CE activities below. These free CEs offer a sample of the expert knowledge and evidence-based learning that you can rely on us to deliver. Join AACN as a member to access our entire library of CEs, as well as clinical resources, journal subscriptions, online peer support, discounts and more.

Featured Free CE Activities

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Trauma Care Essentials in ICU & PCU, Part 1
The first in a three-part series, this webinar provides essential information for treating post-resuscitation trauma patients in both PCU and ICU settings.
Creating and Sustaining Healthy Work Environments
Discover how to improve workplace culture and nurse retention using AACN's standards for HWE, featuring a detailed case study and assessment tools.
Urine Output Monitoring in Critical Care
Learn expert tips on urine output monitoring in critical care, covering best practices, early complication detection and advanced techniques for better outcomes.
ABCs of ICH/aSAH: Guidelines in Managing Stroke
Explore updated guidelines on managing hemorrhagic stroke and subarachnoid hemorrhage. Apply evidence-based practices to improve patient outcomes.
Central vs. Peripheral Medication Administration in Pediatrics
Review key medication properties guiding central vs. peripheral administration in pediatric patients.
Cardiac Arrest from Capecitabine Toxicity
Explore a unique case of capecitabine-induced cardiogenic shock treated with ECMO and CRRT.

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