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Description
Course Sections/Outline
Learning Objectives
Introduction
Understanding Medical Comorbidity in People with Schizophrenia
Knowledge Check
Consequences Associated with Medical Comorbidity
Knowledge Check
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
Conclusion
Resources
References
Post-Test: Schizophrenia: Understanding, Assessing, and Preventing Medical Comorbidity
Program Evaluation
Learn more about common medical conditions found in Schizophrenic patients.
by Bernadette Hayburn, PsyD
3 CE Credit Hours
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Schizophrenia, often characterized by its profound psychiatric symptoms, frequently coexists with a myriad of medical complications. These comorbidities not only impact the quality of life but can significantly challenge healthcare outcomes. With rising evidence suggesting heightened prevalence rates of various medical problems in individuals with schizophrenia, there's a pressing need for healthcare professionals to be well-versed in their identification, understand underlying risk factors, and employ evidence-based strategies for both assessment and management. This comprehensive course seeks to arm professionals with the requisite knowledge and tools to holistically approach and enhance the care provided to this unique patient demographic.
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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: Bernadette Hayburn, PsyD
Cost:$29
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After completing this course, health professionals will be able to:
PDF Course Download Link
Description
Course Sections/Outline
Learning Objectives
Introduction
Understanding Medical Comorbidity in People with Schizophrenia
Knowledge Check
Consequences Associated with Medical Comorbidity
Knowledge Check
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
Conclusion
Resources
References
Post-Test: Schizophrenia: Understanding, Assessing, and Preventing Medical Comorbidity
Program Evaluation
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HealthForum Online is approved by the Florida Board of Nursing and Certified Nursing Assistant as a Board Approved Provider, provider approval # 50-29605.
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 Florida Board of Psychology as a Board Approved Provider, provider approval # 50-29605.
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 American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. HealthForum Online maintains responsibility for this program and its content.
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: Bernadette Hayburn, PsyD
Cost:$29
20-768729
Automatically reports to CE Broker in 24 Hours
