Please Note: This course has varying hours depending on the type of credit you need. See Below.
- Louisiana Physical Therapy Board: 1.50 Hours
- All Other Organizations: 2.00 Hours
This course is accepted for Category 2 hours by the Kentucky Board of Physical Therapy
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- 1 View Course Worksheet - View the course worksheet or print it out to review later
- 2 Read the Course Material - As you read through, mark your answers on the course worksheet to be prepared for the exam
- 3 Take Exam - You must achieve a score of 70% or higher in order to earn credit for the course.
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CEU Course Description
Around one-fourth of women and fourteen percent of men have experienced a serious form of domestic violence with their partner. People who experience domestic violence will seek healthcare just like anyone else. This points out the need for providers to recognize, respond to, and manage resources around domestic violence to provide patient-centered care. There are specific signs of partner violence that physical therapists and other rehabilitation professionals may notice and intervene on. This course will discuss statistics of domestic violence in the United States, how providers can identify victims, and what is required of providers in responding to domestic violence cases.
CEU Course Objectives
- Recognize the physical and psychological symptoms of domestic violence among all patient populations
- Summarize appropriate documentation methods including photos and verbal communication in cases of domestic violence
- Identify patient populations who are at high risk for domestic violence and what resources are available to combat domestic violence
Introduction (5 mins)
- Background
Section 1: Understanding Domestic Violence (15 mins)
- What is Domestic Violence?
- History of Domestic Violence
- Child and Elder Abuse
- Prevalence of Domestic Violence
- Groups and Their Risk for IPV
- Homicide
- Key Words and Summary
Section 2: The Impact of Domestic Violence (20 mins)
- The Motive Behind Domestic Abuse
- Physical Signs of Domestic Violence
- Physical Impact of Domestic Violence
- Psychological Impact
- Key Words and Summary
Section 3: Physical Therapist Identification and Response (30 mins)
- Screening for Domestic Violence
- Screening Tools
- Physical Therapist Examination and Documentation
- APTA Stance and Ethics
- Working Amongst the Healthcare Team
- Referrals
- Key Words and Summary
Section 4: Resources and Policies (25 mins)
- Mandatory Reporting
- Domestic Violence Laws
- Resources
- Key Words and Summary
Case Study and Reflection Questions (20 mins)
- Review of Case Studies
- Discussion of Reflection Questions and Responses
Conclusion (5 mins)
- Wrap-up and References
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Course Date: 2023-01-18
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