Introduction to Cerebral Palsy (Free Online Course With Certificate)
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Campus location
Online
Languages
English
Study format
Distance Learning
Duration
1 - 3 hour
Pace
Full time, Part time
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Introduction
This free online course will provide an in-depth understanding of cerebral palsy. You will understand the causes of this condition as well as the factors that contribute to it. We will examine the various types of cerebral palsy, treatment approaches and the formulation and implementation of a care plan for patients with cerebral palsy. You will thoroughly understand the medical condition and how you can treat it.
This Free Online Course Includes:
- 1.5-3 Hours of Learning
- CPD Accreditation
- Final Assessment
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Curriculum
Cerebral palsy is a broad term for a collection of chronic movement or posture disorders. The term ‘cerebral’ refers to the brain or is related to the brain, whereas ‘palsy’ refers to a physical ailment, such as muscle control. Cerebral palsy is often associated with conditions such as epilepsy, perception disturbance, vision disturbance and other symptoms. This course will give you a thorough understanding of cerebral palsy. You will be able to identify its causes and the factors contributing to it. We investigate the various types of cerebral palsy, treatment approaches and the development and implementation of a care plan. To begin, we will define it as a medical condition and outline important terms, exploring the condition’s five major types based on the number of affected limbs.
Several risk factors are associated with children with cerebral palsy, which can impact them during their prenatal and postnatal life stages. We will research the epidemiology of cerebral palsy, where we discuss the symptoms, causes, risk factors and the proper way to diagnose it. We will demonstrate various methods for diagnosing it in a child during the prenatal and perinatal stages and the signs and symptoms to watch for months after childbirth. Following the diagnosis, we will describe developing a care plan. A care plan outlines what an individual in need of social and health care can expect to receive to help them regain their independence or, at the very least, begin their recovery.
There are several treatment principles for a cerebral palsy patient. There is no standard way to treat all patients because each individual requires a different level of care and treatment. Occupational and physical therapy are essential components of a treatment plan. You will learn how these therapies differ and how they can effectively contribute to the treatment and care of such patients. After that, you will compare the lives and behaviours of a child with and without cerebral palsy. Finally, we will outline the role of the child, the family and the therapist in treatment. This course will equip you with detailed information and a complete understanding of the underlying concepts related to cerebral palsy. This course is for you if you are a professional or someone seeking to serve in the medical industry. Take advantage of this opportunity and enrol right away!
Module 1
Cerebral Palsy
This module will give you an overview of cerebral palsy. You will learn about the causes and symptoms of cerebral palsy, as well as how to diagnose it. The various treatment and care planning principles for patients with cerebral palsy will also be explained.
Module 2
Course assessment
Program Outcome
What You Will Learn In This Free Course
- List the symptoms of cerebral palsy.
- Outline the various prenatal and perinatal reasons for cerebral palsy.
- Explain some conditions that accompany motor disorders in a cerebral palsy patient.
- Distinguish the different types of cerebral palsy.
- Discuss the characteristics of postural tone in cerebral palsy.
- Summarise the important components of a care plan for patients.
- Discuss the role of the child, family and therapist in treatment.
- Differentiate between a child with and without cerebral palsy.
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