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
    • 1.00 ACPE Pharmacy
    • 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
    • 1.00 ANCC
    • 1.00 APA
    • 1.00 ASWB ACE
    • 1.00 IPCE Credit™
    • 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

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    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
    • 1.00 ACPE Pharmacy
    • 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
    • 1.00 ANCC
    • 1.00 APA
    • 1.00 ASWB ACE
    • 1.00 IPCE Credit™
    • 1.00 Participation
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