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Teratogens and Traumatic Brain Injuries: The Underrecognized Threats
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Learn about teratogens and traumatic brain injuries, their impact, and strategies for recognition and intervention in this essential course on underrecognized health threats.
Course
Teratogens and Traumatic Brain Injuries: The Underrecognized Threats
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Learn about teratogens and traumatic brain injuries, their impact, and strategies for recognition and intervention in this essential course on underrecognized health threats.
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What you'll learn
After completing this course, health professionals will be able to:
Define teratogen and identify 7 common prenatal and postnatal trauma sources that are associated with traumatic brain injury (TBI) of a more subtle nature.
Discuss the basic psychophysiology of the brain as it relates to teratogens, postnatal toxic events, and TBI.
Describe common assessment methods in this context, including the clinical interview, 5 standardized psychological instruments, and 5 neurological tests to assess brain dysfunction.
Utilize test results presented from 8 diverse case samples to guide in their ability to clinically detect and treat these subtle TBIs.
Course description
In the dynamic and multifaceted field of healthcare, understanding the intricacies of teratogens and the subsequent impacts of traumatic brain injuries (TBI) proves indispensable. Teratogens, agents causing malformation of the developing fetus, coupled with both prenatal and postnatal trauma sources, contribute to subtle yet significant TBIs. This course embarks on an explorative journey into the basic psychophysiology of the brain in the context of teratogens and postnatal toxic events. Delving deeper, it provides comprehensive insights into assessment methodologies, encapsulating the essence of clinical interviews, a selection of standardized psychological instruments, and a suite of neurological tests that can discern brain dysfunctions. Amplifying its practicality, the course draws from eight diverse case samples, furnishing participants with the pragmatic skills needed to detect and treat these nuanced TBIs effectively. This is not merely an academic venture, but a transformative approach to enhance healthcare professionals' clinical acumen in this critical area.
Course content
Introduction
Common Teratogens and Postnatal Toxic Processes: Sources of the Silent Slaughter
Alcohol Exposure
Methamphetamine Exposure
Prescription Drug Abuse
Meconium Stain
Environmentally-induced Teratogens
Febrile Seizures and Risk for Epilepsy
Untreated Jaundice
Anatomy and Psychophysiology of the Human Brain: A Brief Overview Related to Teratogens and Early Developmental Toxicity
Assessment Methods for Detecting Brain Dysfunction
Clinical Interview: The Importance of Recalled History
Specific questions pertaining to subtle TBIs might include:
Standardized Psychological Tests to Assess Brain Dysfunction
Neurological Instruments to Assess Brain Dysfunction
Additional Measures for Consideration as Part of the Psychological Assessment Battery
Sample Assessments
Case Example of Assessment of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS)
Case Example of Meconium Stain
Case Example of Assessment of Methamphetamine Exposure
Case Example of Assessment of Exposure to Prescription Drug Abuse: Opioid Pain Killers
Case Example of Assessment of Febrile Seizures
Case Example of Assessment of Frontal Lobe Seizures
Case Example of Assessment of Kernicterus and Untreated Jaundice
Case Example of Assessment of Dioxin Poisoning
Clinical Implications
Conclusion
References
Post-Test
Course details
CE Broker ID20-1206716
Activity TypeKnowledge-based
Activity FormatEnduring
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Instructor
Adjunct Faculty, Ivy Tech, Bloomington, Indiana. Formerly, Adjunct Faculty at Spalding University and the University of Indiana, Dr. Nolen has taught, presented and extensively published in the areas of psychological disorders, trauma, and forensics. In addition to his academic career, he has over 35 years direct clinical experience in practice and forensic settings.
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 PractitionerCertified Registered Nurse AnesthetistLicensed 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
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Frequently asked questions
How many CE credits does this course provide?
This course, "Teratogens and Traumatic Brain Injuries: The Underrecognized Threats", provides 4 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, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, 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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Dawn O.Nutritionist
Verified reviewI am always interested in continuing education in the areas of health, wellness, nutrition and mental health. Your course was well written, well organized and helpful in meeting state licensure requirements.
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Priya M.Occupational Therapist
Verified reviewVery well written, easy to digest, time efficient, and straight to the point. Thank you!
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Cristina GRegistered Nurse
Verified reviewI appreciate the convenience of the course being online and accessible through my phone and that it directly reports to CEBroker to support mandated education requirements.
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Allison B.Nurse Practitioner
Verified reviewI really loved this information. I was hospitalized last year for almost a month and I noticed multiple medical errors (not being hooked up to my IV multiple times, given wrong medication which caused my sodium to be very low, etc.) which lengthened my stay. I can now define those exact errors and better understand what happened to me. I hate that these medical errors are so common and I appreciate how well laid out your breakdown and categorization of them was.
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Priya M.Occupational Therapist
Verified reviewVery well written, easy to digest, time efficient, and straight to the point. Thank you!
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Cristina GRegistered Nurse
Verified reviewI appreciate the convenience of the course being online and accessible through my phone and that it directly reports to CEBroker to support mandated education requirements.
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Allison B.Nurse Practitioner
Verified reviewI really loved this information. I was hospitalized last year for almost a month and I noticed multiple medical errors (not being hooked up to my IV multiple times, given wrong medication which caused my sodium to be very low, etc.) which lengthened my stay. I can now define those exact errors and better understand what happened to me. I hate that these medical errors are so common and I appreciate how well laid out your breakdown and categorization of them was.
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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:
Frederick Wallace Nolen PhD
Patricia Dunn, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC - Nurse Planner
Gracielle Tubera - Content Reviewer
Luke Porter – Content Reviewer
Dianne Arroyo - Activity Publisher
Passing Grade
Participants must achieve a passing score on the activity post-test, which may be 70% or 80%, depending on the course. They must also complete an activity evaluation. There are no time limits and unlimited test-taking attempts. Credits will be reported automatically to CE Broker if your license information is entered correctly in your profile.
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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