Webinar
MND: The essential contribution of Occupational Therapists
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February 22, 2024 10:30 AM
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Part 1 - February 22, 2024 10:30 AM: What MND is and why you should know more about it.
Duration: 1 hour
This three-part webinar discusses Motor Neurone Disease and how Occupational Therapists can make all the difference to people living with MND and their families.
Learning Outcomes
- Be aware of different types of presentation of MND and why this is important in relation to intervention and outcomes
- Be aware of the considerations around diagnosis and prognosis
- Have an understanding of the pathology of MND and current medication options as treatment
- Have an understanding of the role of Genetics in MND
- Have an understanding of the range of signs and symptoms experienced by people living with MND
- Have an understanding of the context of therapy within the management of MND
- Become familiar with resources to support the practices of health care professionals in managing MND (NICE Guidelines for UK)
- Be aware of basic symptoms people living with MND are likely to experience
- Understand which areas of Occupational Therapy interventions are most relevant in the management of MND
- To be aware of the multidisciplinary team and the impact of good teamwork and communication on patient outcomes
- To be aware of the differences between multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary working and how this can impact OTs working with people living with MND
- Explore the role of OT in the end stages of life and planning for this for people living with MND
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