Emergency department clinicians often encounter patients with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) who are experiencing agitation or aggressive behaviors. Understanding the underlying causes of these behaviors is critical to delivering appropriate care, reducing unnecessary interventions, and improving patient outcomes.
Join us Nov. 10 from noon- 1p.m. for Evaluating Aggression in People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities in the Emergency Department, an educational session that explores common causes of agitation and aggression in people with IDD through a biopsychosocial lens.
Using real-world case studies and practical examples, participants will learn a straightforward, comprehensive approach to assessment and care that can help improve clinical outcomes and enhance patient experiences.
Participants will learn to:
- Recognize common causes of aggression and agitation in patients with IDD.
- Apply a systematic approach to evaluation and care in the emergency department setting.
- Improve outcomes while reducing the use of unnecessary restraints and sedation.
Emergency department clinicians, nurses, physicians, advanced practice providers, behavioral health professionals and others who care for patients with intellectual and developmental disabilities are encouraged to attend. Gain practical strategies to deliver safer, more effective and more compassionate care while reducing unnecessary restraints and sedation.
Register today to reserve your spot.
Approval is pending for Continuing Education Credit Hours for this event. (Gena Cooper)