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This module explores the varied and complex factors that contribute to attempted suicide—often a combination of genetic predisposition, medical and psychological factors.
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The module begins by showing, though a case study, how quick intervention from a case manager can avert a volatile situation. The module then describes the warning signs of suicide (like experiencing extreme mood swings, or giving away possessions) as well as harm-risk behaviors (like cutting oneself) that may be precursors to suicide attempts.
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This course covers the history and treatment of Ebola virus—especially as it pertains to healthcare the U.S.— as well as the practices helpful for educating the public, treating patients in a potential outbreak and protecting healthcare workers.
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This course, over five modules, will detail the prevalence of diabetes and its risk factors, as well as describe its diagnosis and assessment, and then its treatment and management.
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This module explores the landscape for the use of such medications, and details how CMs and other team members must work together to help patients manage this form of treatment, while lowering the chances of medication-related complications.
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This module begins by looking at some common triggers and signs of depression, and explores the ways that early detection can be accomplished through a variety of screenings or even lab workups.
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The module begins by looking at how different cultures and eras have treated depression—from a legitimate disease to a demonic influence or a character flaw—and how different stigmas today still hinder patients with depression.
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The module details how different transitions of care play into that process, and then finishes by focusing on one other member of the team: the patient’s caregiver, and how the case manager can also assist with his or her ongoing needs.
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This module looks at the different obstacles and possible solutions that case managers might encounter with patients.
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This module details the variety of settings for such care, and outlines the different forms of psychotherapy, also known as “talk therapy.” The module then explores two other branches of non-pharmacological therapies...
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This course describes the prevalence and pathophysiology of COPD, the proper methods of assessment and management, the most effective pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatments and interventions, and the case manager’s role in helping patients manage their COPD.
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This module covers the range of treatment and management options for asthma patients. It begins by looking at basic asthma therapy goals (such as reducing severity of symptoms and minimizing asthma’s effect on a patient’s activities) and how the “step-wise” approach can help patients find the right balance of treatments.
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This module explores the first vital step of asthma management: getting a thorough diagnosis and regular assessments. This module first covers the key factors in an accurate asthma diagnosis—from clinical history to respiration function tests.
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The module lays the foundation for a basic understanding of asthma, including its causes and possible complications. It begins with asthma’s prevalence in society and greater incidence in certain demographics.
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This module explores how case managers can execute their roles in helping abuse victims to the fullest. It begins by detailing how a patient- centered medical home model—as opposed to the traditional fee-for-service model—creates an opportunity for case managers to help abuse victims access ongoing support.
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This module explores the realities of this issue, and the ways that case managers can help. The module begins by looking at how the status of elders has shifted over the centuries, the persisting myths about the elderly (that they are unproductive, or unable to adapt), the impact of abuse on elders (such as shorter life spans) and the demographic shifts among the elderly.
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Identifying child abuse is a complex process—in part because victims and perpetrators are typically not open about the abuse—so this module offers some guidance in identifying the warning signs and explaining the protocol for intervening.
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This module begins by exploring how child abuse has been viewed over the centuries, and how laws protecting children have been a relatively recent development.
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Unless people are trained to look for it, DV/IPV is rarely identified—so this module lays the groundwork for good identification and intervention skills. It begins by detailing safety plans for victims, and which professionals could make up the team of helpers.
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This module begins by looking at the history of domestic abuse—how abusive behavior, especially to wives, was condoned for centuries—and how, despite laws to protect victims, many victims still hide their abuse out of shame.
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