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It was very interesting to learn about the more psychosocial side of schizophrenia. I thought it was well rounded in considering obstacles they face as well as things practitioners can improve upon in treating this population.
Schizophrenia: Navigating Medical Comorbidities
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It was very interesting to learn about the more psychosocial side of schizophrenia. I thought it was well rounded in considering obstacles they face as well as things practitioners can improve upon in treating this population.
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Jaimie B.
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Learn to navigate medical comorbidities in schizophrenia. Gain insights into managing complex health challenges in this focused course.
Course
Schizophrenia: Navigating Medical Comorbidities
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Learn to navigate medical comorbidities in schizophrenia. Gain insights into managing complex health challenges in this focused course.
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What you'll learn
After completing this course, health professionals will be able to:
Identify 4 common medical problems found in people with Schizophrenia.
Discuss 3 risk factors contributing to the elevated rates of medical comorbidity in this population.nbsp;
Select from 2 methods of assessing behavioral risk factors in people with Schizophrenia.nbsp;
Indicate 3 methods of managing unhealthy lifestyle factors in this population.
Course description
People with Schizophrenia are at increased risk for developing medical illness, including Cardiovascular Disease, Hypertension, Diabetes, and Dyslipidemia, which may exacerbate their psychiatric illness and contribute to their high mortality rates (i.e., two–four times greater than that found in the general population). Lifestyle factors, including poor diet, physical inactivity, and cigarette smoking likely play a contributing role. Nonetheless, co-occurring medical problems in this population often remain undetected until the diseases are in the advanced phases and are less responsive to intervention. To promote the overall health and quality of life among people with Schizophrenia, it is imperative that clinicians obtain a better understanding of the health problems these patients are susceptible to. This course provides an overview of common medical conditions found in Schizophrenic patients. In addition, methods of assessing and managing behavioral risk factors associated with these disorders are presented.
Course content
Introduction
Understanding Medical Comorbidity in People with Schizophrenia
Consequences Associated with Medical Comorbidity
Cigarette Smoking and Schizophrenia
Obesity and Schizophrenia
Assessment for Medical Comorbidity
Prevention and Management of Medical Comorbidity in People with Schizophrenia: The Theoretical Basis
Recommended Intervention Strategies for Smokers with Schizophrenia
Weight Management for Schizophrenia
Other Recommendations
Web-based Resources
References
Post-test
Course details
CE Broker ID20-1206926
Activity TypeKnowledge-Based
Activity FormatEnduring
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Instructor
Coordinator of Evidence-Based Treatments at the Coatesville VA, PA. Dr. Hayburn has a diverse background which includes work with varied medical populations (e.g., heart transplant candidates) and providing individual, group, and family interventions to veterans with severe mental illness. Dr. Hayburn has developed and implemented a behaviorally-based weight management program for people with Schizophrenia and has lectured extensively on this topic. Interests: psychological assessment, weight management, gastric bypass surgery, and health promotion in people with severe mental illness.
Ideal CE course for these professions
This continuing education course is especially relevant for these healthcare professions, but other professionals may also benefit
Licensed Mental Health CounselorCertified Nursing AssistantSocial Worker InternLicensed Social WorkerLicensed Clinical Social WorkerCertified Master Social WorkerLicensed Independent Social WorkerRegistered Nurse PractitionerLicensed Practical NurseLicensed Independent Clinical Social WorkerRegistered NurseAdvanced Practice Registered NurseLicensed Mental Health Counselor InternLicensed Masters Social WorkerMaster's Social WorkLicensed Certified Social WorkerLicensed Baccalaureate Social WorkerLicensed Independent Social Worker DualRegistered Social Worker AssistantBachelor's Social WorkerLicensed Independent Social Worker Advanced PracticeLicensed Graduate Social WorkerLicensed Independent Social Worker Clinical Practice
Accreditations
AchieveCE is an approved provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
Frequently asked questions
How many CE credits does this course provide?
This course, "Schizophrenia: Navigating Medical Comorbidities", provides 3 contact hours of continuing education credit upon successful completion.
Is this course accredited?
Yes, this course is accredited by Nursing, Mental Health. AchieveCE is an approved provider of continuing education for healthcare professionals.
Which professions is this course approved for?
This course is especially relevant for: Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Certified Nursing Assistant, Social Worker Intern, Licensed Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Master Social Worker, Licensed Independent Social Worker, Registered Nurse Practitioner, Licensed Practical Nurse, Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, Registered Nurse, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Licensed Mental Health Counselor Intern, Licensed Masters Social Worker, Master's Social Work, Licensed Certified Social Worker, Licensed Baccalaureate Social Worker, Licensed Independent Social Worker Dual, Registered Social Worker Assistant, Bachelor's Social Worker, Licensed Independent Social Worker Advanced Practice, Licensed Graduate Social Worker, Licensed Independent Social Worker Clinical Practice. Other healthcare professionals may also benefit from this continuing education content.
How do I report my CE credits after completing this course?
Your credits are automatically and instantly reported to CE Broker upon successful completion. No manual reporting is required on your part.
Will I receive a certificate of completion?
Yes, you will receive a certificate of completion immediately after finishing the course and passing the assessment. The certificate can be downloaded and printed directly from your account.
What is your refund policy?
We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, you can request a full refund within 30 days of purchase.
How long do I have to complete this course?
You have unlimited time to complete the course at your own pace. Once purchased, the course is available in your account until its expiration date. You can pause and resume at any time.
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Requirements & disclosures
Financial Disclosures
This activity was developed by AchieveCE free of any commercial support. The following individuals have indicated that they have no financial relationships with an ineligible company that may impact upon this activity:
Bernadette Hayburn, PsyD - Content Expert and Faculty
Patricia Dunn, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC - Nurse Planner
Gracielle Tubera - Content Reviewer
Luke Porter – Content Reviewer
Dianne Arroyo - Activity Publisher
Requirements for Credit
To earn credit, participants must complete the entire activity, score at least 70% on the post-test, and submit the activity evaluation. The post-test has no time limit and may be taken as many times as needed.
Hardware Requirements
Windows 8.1, Windows 10, Mac OS X 10.1+, iOS 10+, Android 4.3+
Software Requirements
Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Mozilla Firefox, Adobe Acrobat Reader
Network Requirements
Broadband Internet Connection: T1, Hi-speed DSL or Cable4G cellular connection
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