Managing Care in the Emergency Department

An integrated approach to care is crucial for people diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. People with Parkinson’s often present to the emergency department with different ailments — the most common being falls, pneumonia, urinary tract infection and fractures.

Appropriate triage is key to providing optimal care and avoiding certain pitfalls. This section addresses ways to assure optimal care of an individual with Parkinson's when admitted to the emergency department.

 

Syllabus

Pre-Knowledge Quiz

Prioritizing Parkinson's Disease in the Emergency Department
Video, 11 Minutes

Accommodating the Unique Needs of People with Parkinson's
Video, 16 Minutes

The Expert Voice of the Patient and Care Partner
Video, 13 Minutes

Leaving the Emergency Department, with what and to where?
Video, 10 Minutes

Advocating for a Safe Hospitalization Podcast
Podcast, 18 Minutes

References, Summaries, and Resources

Post-Knowledge Quiz

Evaluation

Credit Claiming and Certificate

    Target Audience

    This activity is designed to meet the educational needs of:

    • Physicians

    • Physician Assistants

    • Nurses

    • Pharmacists

    • Psychologists

    • Social Workers

    Learning Objectives

    1. Explain how Parkinson’s disease is a relevant co-morbidity during the emergency department admission.

    2. List three Parkinson's symptoms that may be less understood.

    3. Repeat three possible questions to ask the person with Parkinson's and/or their care partner to inform treatment and/or discharge.

    4. List two common challenges the patient and family may face during transitions in care. 

     

    Course summary
    Available credit: 
    • 1.00 AAPA Category I CME

      Parkinson’s Foundation has been authorized by the American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME Credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 1.00 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation. 

    • 1.00 ACPE Pharmacy

      This activity is approved for 1.00  CPE credits (0.1 CEU) in states that recognize ACPE.

    • 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™

      Parkinson’s Foundation designates this activity for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. 

    • 1.00 ANCC

      Parkinson’s Foundation has been authorized by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to award CNE credit. The participant will be awarded up to 1.00  CNE credit(s) for attendance and completion of supplemental materials.

    • 1.00 APA

      Continuing Education (CE) credits for psychologists are provided through the co-sponsorship of the American Psychological Association (APA) Office of Continuing Education in Psychology (CEP). The APA CEP Office maintains responsibility for the content of the programs.

    • 1.00 ASWB ACE

      As a Jointly Accredited Organization, Parkinson’s Foundation is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Organizations, not individual courses, are approved under this program. State and provincial regulatory boards have the final authority to determine whether an individual course may be accepted for continuing education credit. Parkinson’s Foundation maintains responsibility for this course. Social workers completing this course receive  1.00 ASWB credits continuing education credits.

    • 1.00 IPCE Credit™

      This activity was planned by and for the healthcare team, and learners will receive Interprofessional Continuing Education (IPCE) credit for learning and change.

    • 1.00 Participation
    Course opens: 
    01/10/2023
    Course expires: 
    01/10/2026
    Part of: 
    Optimizing Hospital Care for People with Parkinson's
    Rating: 
    0

    Parkinson’s Foundation adheres to the ACCME’s Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education. Any individuals in a position to control the content of a CE activity, including faculty, planners, reviewers, or others are required to disclose all relevant financial relationships with ineligible entities (commercial interests). All relevant conflicts of interest have been mitigated prior to the commencement of the activity.

    Faculty Member(s)

    Debra Mayer, RN, MSN, CNE

    has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

    Lance Wilson, MSS, LSW, C-SWHC, ASW-G

    has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

    Available Credit

    • 1.00 AAPA Category I CME

      Parkinson’s Foundation has been authorized by the American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME Credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 1.00 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation. 

    • 1.00 ACPE Pharmacy

      This activity is approved for 1.00  CPE credits (0.1 CEU) in states that recognize ACPE.

    • 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™

      Parkinson’s Foundation designates this activity for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. 

    • 1.00 ANCC

      Parkinson’s Foundation has been authorized by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to award CNE credit. The participant will be awarded up to 1.00  CNE credit(s) for attendance and completion of supplemental materials.

    • 1.00 APA

      Continuing Education (CE) credits for psychologists are provided through the co-sponsorship of the American Psychological Association (APA) Office of Continuing Education in Psychology (CEP). The APA CEP Office maintains responsibility for the content of the programs.

    • 1.00 ASWB ACE

      As a Jointly Accredited Organization, Parkinson’s Foundation is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Organizations, not individual courses, are approved under this program. State and provincial regulatory boards have the final authority to determine whether an individual course may be accepted for continuing education credit. Parkinson’s Foundation maintains responsibility for this course. Social workers completing this course receive  1.00 ASWB credits continuing education credits.

    • 1.00 IPCE Credit™

      This activity was planned by and for the healthcare team, and learners will receive Interprofessional Continuing Education (IPCE) credit for learning and change.

    • 1.00 Participation
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