Li-041214 Least Restrictive Acute Care for Patients with Autism and Cognitive Disabilities: Creating a Supportive Environment
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Type
Live

Credit
No
Description
This training prepares healthcare professionals to provide supportive, autism-informed care in emergency ... show more
This training prepares healthcare professionals to provide supportive, autism-informed care in emergency and acute settings. Participants will learn to create sensory-friendly environments, use effective communication strategies, encourage positive behaviors, and apply least-restrictive safety practices. The course emphasizes collaboration with caregivers and empowering patients to promote safe, respectful, and compassionate care.
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- Apply practical interventions and sensory strategies to support individualized, least restrictive care
- Define key terms related to autism care, including the tolerance cup model
- Describe workflow adjustments to reduce stress
- Identify major stressors for autistic patients in the emergency department, with emphasis on wait times
Fees
Free
Activity Director
Whitney Deal
Organization
MedStar Medical Group