Agitation

Overview

4.5 out of 5 (173 Reviews)

Credits

1.50

Post Assessment Questions

6

Start Date

1 Jan 2021

Last Review Date

17 Jul 2023

Expiration Date

31 Dec 2023

Estimated Time To Finish

90 Minutes


 
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Activity Description

Agitation is a nonspecific constellation of relatively unrelated behaviors that can be seen in various clinical situations, usually presenting with a fluctuating course. This activity reviews the evaluation and management of agitation and highlights the role of the interprofessional team in the recognition and management of agitation.


Target Audience

This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of physicians.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, the learner will be better able to:

  • Review the pathophysiologic basis of agitation.

  • Outline the expected history and physical findings for a patient with agitation.

  • Summarize the treatment options available for agitation.

  • Explain the interprofessional team strategies for improving care coordination and communication for patients with agitation.

Disclosures

The Campbell University Jerry M. Wallace School of Osteopathic Medicine (CUSOM) requires instructors, planners, managers, and other individuals who are in a position to control the content of this activity to disclose any real or apparent conflict of interest they or their immediate family may have as related to the content of this activity. All identified conflicts of interest are thoroughly vetted by CUSOM for resolution, to ensure fair balance, scientific objectivity of studies mentioned in the materials or used as the basis for content, and appropriateness of patient care recommendations.

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  3. Complete the entire self-study activity.
  4. Complete the post-test assessments.
  5. Successfully pass the post-test with a minimum score of 100%.
  6. Complete the evaluation form.
  7. Obtain a certificate.

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This course is intended for osteopathic physicians who wish to earn AOA CME credit. Take this version of the course to ensure you receive appropriate credit.

 

 
 

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The authors cannot have possibly worked in mental health settings. A perfectly calm patient sitting across from a doctor can suddenly lash out at the doctor sitting across from him. Just because someone is agitated doesn't mean more explosive behavior is going to happen. When asking a question a blanket statement of the patient is in a mental health facility is ridiculous. Was the patient self admitted, committed against their will, self harming, hostile etc. There are mental health facilities where the patients walk around freely and can get on the elevators with visitors.

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