Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
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Course Description & Information:
- Post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), once called shell shock or battle field fatigue syndrome, is a serious condition that can develop after a person has experienced or witnessed a traumatic or terrifying event in which serious physical harm occurred or was threatened. PTSD is a lasting consequence of traumatic ordeals that cause intense fear, helplessness, or horror, such as a sexual or physical assault, the unexpected death of a loved one, an accident, war, or natural disaster. This course explores current treatment options for the treatment of PTSD. Intermediate level.
- Pharmacist information: ACPE UAN: 0826-9999-21-005-L01-P, IRD: 2-11-21. Knowledge based activity.
- Level: Intermediate
Course Objectives:
- Define PTSD.
- Identify risk factors associated with PTSD.
- Identify the clinical signs of PTSD.
- Differentiate the screening and assessment tools used to identify PTSD.
- Recognize comorbidities associated with PTSD.
- Differentiate the pharmacological treatment options available to treat PTSD.
Learning Outcome: At least 80% of class participants will score 70% or greater on course post-test.
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Course Credit: 1 Contact Hour
Accreditations: View Course Accreditations
Who Should Attend:
Pharmacists, Dietitians, Nursing professionals, Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy professionals, and other medical professionals.
Certificate Requirements:
- Full attendance.
- Completion of course post-test (70%) and evaluation.
How to Take a Live Online Seminar: View Tutorial
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