Alabama Occupational Therapy Complete Renewal CE Bundle

The Autism Spectrum

At the conclusion of this activity, participants will be able to:

• Describe how ASD affects language, motor, cognitive, social, and emotional behavior.
• Describe the predominant theories regarding the causes of autism.
• Describe the role that neural anomalies may play in the development of autism.
• Identify disorders that are similar to autism and how they can be differentiated.
• Identify the diagnostic criteria for ASD.
• Describe treatments and methods for managing ASD.
• Identify the types of educational options that are available to children with ASD.

Bio-Terrorism Considerations in Healthcare

At the conclusion of this activity, participants will be able to:

• Define biological, chemical, and radiological bioterrorism.
• Identify the role of the health care provider in the event of a bioterrorism attack.
• Identify common bacterial and viral agents that may be used in a bioterrorism attack.
• Describe the steps that should be taken in response to various biological agents.
• Identify various toxins that may be used in a bioterrorism attack.
• Describe the appropriate response to an attack using various toxins.
• Describe the steps that should be taken following a chemical attack.
• Describe the ways in which terrorists may commit a radiological attack.
• Describe the various treatments that may be used following radiation exposure.
• Describe the various types of personal protective equipment that may be used when dealing with a biological, chemical, or radiological attack.

Geriatric and Older Adult Care: Effective Treatment and Care

At the conclusion of this activity, participants will be able to:

• Summarize current demographic characteristics of the older adult population
• Describe common health conditions and major age-related physiologic and cognitive changes in older adults
• Describe prevention and treatment recommendations for common health conditions in older adults and summarize the goals of care
• Recognize risk factors and signs of elder abuse, including common reporting requirements
• Discuss end-of-life issues that affect individuals and caregivers

Understanding Pain Management for Healthcare Professionals

At the conclusion of this activity, participants will be able to:

• Discuss the effects of pain on the patient’s overall health
• Discuss how to address and assess pain
• Describe the principles of safe, effective, evidence-based pain management
• Define pain according to the International Association for the Study of Pain

Ankle Fracture: Treatment and Management

At the conclusion of this activity, participants will be able to:

• Describe the basic anatomy and function of the ankle
• Describe the types of injuries that may occur in the ankle joint
• Discuss non-surgical and surgical treatment options for ankle injuries
• Discuss rehabilitation of the ankle after an injury
• Discuss possible complications of ankle injuries and treatment