Course Description:
Lisa Beck, APRN, CNS, MS, Mayo Clinic
Topic: Nursing Role in Rehabilitation Objectives:
Describe an SCI health care system without rehabilitation nursing
Identify the multiple roles of rehabilitation nurses
Discuss models of care for rehabilitation nursing
Rory Cooper, PhD, University of Pittsburgh School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences
Topic: Advancing Technology for People with Disabilities
Objective·
Identify new technologies that may influence medical rehabilitation
Explain basics of Participatory Action Research·
Describe the basics of assistive robotics technology
Discuss the basics of wheelchair ergonomics
Wise Young, PhD, MD, W. M. Keck Center for Collaborative Neuroscience
Topic: Umbilical Cord Blood Therapy of Chronic Complete SCI
Objectives:
Identify intensive exercise is essential for recovery
Summarize mechanisms by with UCBMNC are beneficial for SCI
Describe the rationale for clinical trial to assess lithium effects
Discuss progress in regeneration of the spinal cord
Lisa Beck, APRN, CNS, MS, Mayo Clinic
Topic: Sexual Function, Pregnancy, and Parenting after SCI
Objectives:
Objectives:
Discuss approaches to deliver patient education related to sexual health
Identify sexual function changes for men and women after SCI
Identify SCI related concerns/issues during pregnancy, labor/delivery, and post partem
Describe psychosocial aspects of parenting after SCI and possible adaptations
Jeri Morris, PhD, ABPN, Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, Roosevelt University
Topic: Sex Issues and Rebuilding the Injured Self
Objectives:
Identify the threats to self that arise from spinal injury
Distinguish between self-esteem and “other” esteem
Compare how one might develop self-esteem after SCI
Michael Reiffer, LMSW, Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services
Topic: Family Communication Strategies
Objectives:
Identify micro skills of communication
Describe negotiation and apology skills needed for conflict resolution
Describe and facilitate a clinical session with families
Course Link:
http://www.maryfreebed.com
CE Value (credits): 6.5
CE Type: Standard, Pain
Sponsor:
Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital
Contact Information:
Bonita Pawloski
616-840-8292
bonita.pawloski@maryfreebed.com