Traumatic Brain Injury: Interventions for Maximizing Quality of Life
Contact Hours: 2
Cost: $20.00
An injury to the head or a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) for some patients can be severe and life-changing with death being the worst-case scenario. Depending on the severity of the brain injury the patient may have a minor impairment and recover in a matter of weeks to requiring significant care measures due to permanent cognitive disabilities. The patient with a TBI requires a specialized level of care across a variety of healthcare disciplines.
Objectives
Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
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Reference the incidence of Traumatic Brain Injury.
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Recall the causes of brain injury.
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Identify the types of brain injury.
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Demonstrate a general knowledge of methods of acute nursing care of brain injury patients.
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Explain the role of nursing care in long-term recovery.
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Discuss an understanding of methods for preventing complications.
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Present the primary aspects of rehabilitation considerations, anticipatory planning, and community care.
Curriculum
Chapter 1: Introduction
Chapter 2: Causes of Brain Injury
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Types of Brain Injury
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Traumatic Brain Injury
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Case Study #1
Chapter 3: Acute and Short-Term Recovery
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Acute nursing care
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Preventing complications
Chapter 4: Rehabilitation Considerations
Chapter 5: Long Term Recovery
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Anticipatory planning
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Community care
Chapter 6: Conclusion
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References
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