Fetal Alcohol Syndrome: Doctor and Patient Perspective. The What, Why, and How of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Prevention

Monday, Jul 24, 2023 • 12 pm to 1:30 pm

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Training Sessions

ABSTRACT

Alcohol use during pregnancy can result in Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD); a group of conditions that can impact a person exposed to alcohol before birth. These effects can be physical, behavioral, and learning-related. There is a need for increased awareness of FASD, in order to screen for and identify those who are impacted. Outcomes for infants and children with FASD can be improved with an established system of care that includes education, prevention, and services to support individuals and families of all ages who are impacted by FASD.

OBJECTIVES

  1. Provide a brief overview of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASDs)
  2. Describe the incidence and prevalence of FASDs
  3. Provide facts about alcohol use among pregnant women
  4. Describe the recommended screening and brief intervention techniques
  5. Briefly Propose strategies to improve outcomes

ACCREDITATION

In support of improving patient care the University of Pittsburgh is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the health care team.

PHYSICIAN (CME)

The University of Pittsburgh designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

SOCIAL WORK (CEU)

Mercyhurst University’s Department of Social Work is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education and is an approved provider of social work, Marriage & Family Therapist and Professional Counselor continuing education by the Pennsylvania State Licensing Board. 1.0 hours of CEUs offered to all attendees.

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