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Cerebral Palsy: Diagnosis, Assessment, and Intervention Approaches

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Course Overview
This course is designed to equip clinicians with the latest evidence-based literature and practical tools for treating cerebral palsy (CP). This course will educate learners on how to utilize standardized assessments and create client-centered intervention plans tailored for children with CP, their families, and caregivers. The goal is to provide learners with the knowledge and skills needed to improve the quality of life for children with CP through effective and compassionate care. Explore the best practices and strategies in managing and treating pediatric cerebral palsy.

Learning Outcomes 
Upon the completion of this course, the learner should be able to:

  • Categorize medical definitions and symptomology of cerebral palsy 
  • Differentiate common comorbidities and impact on functionality 
  • Predict therapy’s active role in interventions for children with cerebral palsy 
  • Explore standardized evaluations tools pertinent for children with cerebral palsy 
  • Compare and contrast evidence-based and innovative interventions to improve functional and occupational participation
  • Arrange intervention plans in case study scenarios 
  • Determine how rehabilitation therapy is a viable application for children with cerebral palsy
     

About the Author/Presenter 
Meredith Chandler, OTR/L, has practiced as an occupational therapist in the United States for 11 years, working as a clinician, educator, and researcher. Her areas of study and practice include sensory integration, autism spectrum disorders, neurodevelopmental disorders and treatment, adult rehabilitation, and psychosocial conditions. She is married with four children and enjoys theater, music, running, yoga, painting, and spending time with her family.


Audience/Accreditations and Approvals 
TRC Healthcare/ NetCE 
In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by TRC Healthcare/ NetCE. TRC Healthcare/NetCE 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. 
This course is designed for the following healthcare professions (select your profession for details): 
Nursing

Colibri Healthcare 
This course is designed for the following healthcare professions (select your profession for details): 
Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy

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