Warfarin thins the blood by blocking Vitamin K, while Pradaxa directly inhibits thrombin - a protein involved in clotting. Xarelto and Eliquis - which Bristol-Myers is developing with Pfizer Inc - interferes with a protein called Factor Xa. ...
Post-master's certificate programs in palliative care are for nurse practitioners who have already earned a master's degree and want to specialize in end-of-life care. While students learn to assess and manage the care of patients with terminal illnesses, they are also taught ways to work with affected families.
A bachelor's degree and a licensing exam are requirements in every state. Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Management programs offer a concentration in long-term care. These four-year programs give students information on the business aspects of operating a long-term care facility.