Intellectual Disability

Overview

4.5 out of 5 (65 Reviews)

Credits

2.00

Post Assessment Questions

9

Start Date

1 Sep 2023

Last Review Date

1 Sep 2023

Expiration Date

31 Aug 2026

Estimated Time To Finish

120 Minutes


 
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Activity Description

Individuals with an intellectual disability have neurodevelopmental deficits characterized by limitations in intellectual functioning and adaptive behavior. This activity reviews the evaluation and management of intellectual disability, including the genetic and environmental etiologies of intellectual disability, various disease manifestations, and appropriate evaluation strategies. This activity also highlights the needs of individuals with intellectual disabilities and suggests an interprofessional approach to the management of intellectual disability, and recognizes the interprofessional team element in managing these cases.


Target Audience

This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of physicians, physician associates, nurses, pharmacists, nurse practitioners, and social workers.

Learning Objectives

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

  • Summarize the epidemiology of intellectual disability.

  • Outline the etiology of intellectual disability.

  • Explain the treatment considerations for patients with intellectual disabilities.

  • Review the importance of improving care coordination amongst the interprofessional team to enhance the delivery of care for patients affected by intellectual disability.

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