Parkinson's Disease | Clinical Conditions of the Older Adult

This introduction to Parkinson's disease course is intended to give you a broad overview of Parkinson's disease, the second most common neuro-degenerative disease in our population after Alzhiemer's disease. As nurses you will undoubtedly engage with patients affected by this disease.

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Target Audience

Registered nurses (RN) and healthcare providers focusing on best practices in chronic disease management, case management, caregiver education and support, transitional care, and geriatric evaluation and management.

Learning Objectives

At the close of this activity, participants will be able to:

  • Understand basic information abot Parkinson's disease.
  • Recognize non-motor and psychological aspects of this complex illness.
  • Understand treatment options including medications and the value of a comprehensive team approach.
  • Understand the state of current research and the hope that research provides for those living with Parkinson's disease
Additional information
Contact email: 
ijhn@jhmi.edu
Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 1.00 ANCC
  • 1.00 Attendance
Registration opens: 
08/07/2014
Registration closes: 
08/01/2025
Cost:
$0.00
Part of: 
Clinical Conditions of the Older Adult
Susan Rebecca "Becky" Dunlop RN, MSN, PHN
Instructor of Neurology
Retired Associated Director of the Johns Hopkins Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorders Center

Available Credit

  • 1.00 ANCC
  • 1.00 Attendance

Price

Cost:
$0.00
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