Cognition in Parkinson's Disease: A Primer for Clinicians

Cognitive changes are a common non-motor symptom in Parkinson's disease (PD), affecting at least half of all individuals with PD. 

These cognitive changes can affect quality of life, including occupational functioning and relationships. A patient's perspective of how cognitive changes have affected aspects of daily life will be provided.

 

 

 

Syllabus

 

Cognition in Parkinson's Disease: A Primer for Clinicians
Lesson Time: 1 Hour

Post-Knowledge Quiz

Evaluation

Credit Claiming and Certificate

 

Target Audience

This activity is designed to meet the educational needs of:

  • Physicians
  • Physician Assistants
  • Registered Nurses
  • Nurse Practitioners
  • Psychologists

Learning Objectives

At the end of this presentation, the learner will be able to:

  • Discuss the prevalence of cognitive changes in Parkinson’s disease (PD);
  • Review the typical cognitive changes associated with PD; and
  • Recognize the patient perspective on cognitive changes in PD.
Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 1.00 AAPA Category I CME
  • 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
  • 1.00 ANCC
  • 1.00 APA
  • 1.00 Participation
Course opens: 
12/13/2022
Course expires: 
12/13/2025
Part of: 
Professional Ed Talks: Cognition
Rating: 
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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)

Dan Novak, PhD

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Michele York, PhD, ABPP-CN

has a financial relationship (Grant/Research Support) with Takeda;.
has a financial relationship (Grant/Research Support) with Eli Lilly and Company;.
Content Validator(s)

David Bertram, Psy.D.

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Christine Hunter, RN, BSN

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Jennifer Koebert, MPAS, MPH, PA-C

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Lee Neilson, MD

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.
Activity Director(s)

Christine Hunter, RN, BSN

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.
Planner(s)

Lisa Hoffman, MA

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Lauren Krasucki, PT, DPT, MPH, CPH

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

In support of improving patient care, Parkinson's Foundation is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

 
Physicians 

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

Physician Assistants 

Parkinson’s Foundation has been authorized by the American Academy of PAs (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.   

 
Nurses 

Parkinson's Foundation designates this enduring material for a maximum of  1.00 ANCC contact hours. Participants should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. 

Psychologists 

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 CE hour. 

 

Available Credit

  • 1.00 AAPA Category I CME
  • 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
  • 1.00 ANCC
  • 1.00 APA
  • 1.00 Participation
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