CRF 15.06.23 Traumatic Stress Disorders, Dr Aileen O’Brian
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1Summary
Join Dr Aileen O’Brian in this interactive teaching session as she covers the diagnosis and treatment of traumatic stress disorders from a medical professional standpoint. Her knowledge and experience will provide invaluable insight on the mechanisms of this disorder, and its effects on individuals and healthcare systems more broadly. Be sure to attend in order to further your understanding of this complex disorder and discuss best practices for patient care.
Learning objectives
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Understand the common symptoms of traumatic stress disorders and when they may indicate the need for a patient to be referred for psychiatric evaluation.
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Identify the risk factors associated with the development of a traumatic stress disorder.
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Evaluate the efficacy and possible side effects of the drug and non-drug treatments for trauma-related symptoms and conditions.
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Discuss the ethical considerations to consider when treating patients with traumatic stress disorders.
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Develop recommendations for medical professionals on when to refer patients with traumatic stress disorders for psychological or psychiatric evaluation.