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Description
Learning Objectives
Course Sections/Outline
Introduction
Incidence and Mortality Rates of CaP
Knowledge Check
Issues Associated with the Early Detection of CaP
CaP Medical Treatment: A Brief Overview
Knowledge Check
Treatment Decision-making and CaP
Affective Distress and Coping in Response to CaP
Psychosocial Interventions
Conclusions
Resources
References
Post-Test: Prostate Cancer: Psychosocial Issues and Methods of Promoting Adaptation
Program Evaluation
Learn more about examining the medical treatment decision-making issues patients’ face and the resulting physical, psychological, and social sequelae of the treatment decision.
by Jeff Kendall, PsyD
3 CE Credit Hours
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Prostate cancer, while primarily seen as a medical condition, carries with it profound psychosocial implications that often remain under-addressed in clinical practice. For healthcare professionals, understanding these psychosocial challenges is crucial, not just for holistic patient care but also for enhancing therapeutic relationships and improving overall treatment outcomes. This course delves deep into the myriads of emotions, social complexities, and psychological adjustments patients grapple with, offering evidence-based strategies and interventions. By honing these competencies, healthcare professionals can better support patients and their families, ensuring both physical and mental well-being are given their due attention in the prostate cancer care journey. The course also explores the significant role of cultural, economic, and societal factors in shaping the prostate cancer experience. It examines how cultural beliefs and socioeconomic status influence perceptions of illness, access to care, and patient engagement in treatment planning. This contextual understanding is critical for healthcare providers to approach prostate cancer care with sensitivity to diverse patient backgrounds, which can significantly affect treatment adherence and outcomes. Additionally, the overview introduces the concept of interdisciplinary care teams in the management of prostate cancer. It highlights the importance of collaboration among oncologists, nurses, social workers, and psychologists to provide a supportive network that addresses all aspects of patient care—from diagnosis through treatment and beyond. This team approach not only improves the management of the disease but also enhances the patient's quality of life by integrating psychosocial support throughout the continuum of care. Furthermore, this course section will detail the advancements in telehealth and digital health technologies that are revolutionizing the way support is delivered to prostate cancer patients. These technologies enable ongoing communication and support, making it possible to extend care beyond the traditional boundaries of clinics and hospitals, thus facilitating better management of the chronic aspects of prostate cancer. Through this overview, participants will be prepared to face the multifaceted challenges of prostate cancer care, equipped with the knowledge to provide empathetic, effective, and culturally competent support to their patients. This will ultimately lead to improved patient outcomes and satisfaction, reflecting the critical need for a holistic approach to healthcare that values and addresses the complex interplay of physical and psychosocial needs.
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CE Credit Hour: 3 CE Credit Hours
Target Audience: Mental Health Professionals, Nursing Professionals, Certified Nursing Assistants
Delivery Type: Online, Home Study Monograph
Faculty: Jeff Kendall, PsyD
Cost:$29.00
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After completing this course, health professionals will be able to:
PDF Course Download Link
Description
Learning Objectives
Course Sections/Outline
Introduction
Incidence and Mortality Rates of CaP
Knowledge Check
Issues Associated with the Early Detection of CaP
CaP Medical Treatment: A Brief Overview
Knowledge Check
Treatment Decision-making and CaP
Affective Distress and Coping in Response to CaP
Psychosocial Interventions
Conclusions
Resources
References
Post-Test: Prostate Cancer: Psychosocial Issues and Methods of Promoting Adaptation
Program Evaluation
HealthForum Online is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. HealthForum Online maintains responsibility for this program and its content.
HealthForum Online has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7185. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. HealthForum Online is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.
HealthForum Online is approved by the Florida Board of Psychology as a Board Approved Provider, provider approval # 50-29605.
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HealthForum Online is approved by the Wyoming Board of Psychology, provider approval #50-29605.
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HealthForum Online is approved by the Georgia Board of Nursing as a provider of professional continuing education for health care professionals, provider approval #50-29605.
HealthForum Online is approved by the Kentucky Board of Nursing as a provider with courses approved by another state board of nursing, provider approval #50-29605.
HealthForum Online is approved by the Mississippi Board of Nursing as a provider of professional continuing education for health care professionals, provider approval #50-29605.
HealthForum Online is approved by the New Mexico Board of Nursing as a provider with courses approved by another state board of nursing, provider approval #50-29605.
HealthForum Online is approved by the North Dakota Board of Nursing as a provider with courses approved by a healthcare regulatory board, provider approval #50-29605.
HealthForum Online is approved by the South Carolina Board of Nursing as a provider with courses approved by another state board of nursing, provider approval #50-29605.
The presenter and all members of the planning team have disclosed that they have no relevant financial commercial relationships to products or devices related to the content of this educational activity. Wherever possible, generic or non-proprietary names of medication have been used. Courses include expert peer reviews of the content where applicable.
CE Credit Hour: 3 CE Credit Hours
Target Audience: Mental Health Professionals, Nursing Professionals, Certified Nursing Assistants
Delivery Type: Online, Home Study Monograph
Faculty: Jeff Kendall, PsyD
Cost:$29.00
20-768709
Automatically reports to CE Broker in 24 Hours
