The Fatal Five in People with I/DD

Description

The "Fatal Five" are the top preventable conditions that are often fatal for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. They include aspiration, constipation, dehydration, seizures, and sepsis. This training will support Tailored Care Management staff, individuals, and families to recognize these conditions, understand the risk factors, and link individuals with appropriate health providers and supports.

By registering for this course, you are granting permission for your contact information and course completion information to be shared with DHHS-DHB and participating NC BH/IDD Tailored Plans for this continuing education activity.

Approximate time to complete the course: 1.25 hour

You must attend the full event to receive credit

Learner content includes: corresponding course handouts

This course is for certified AMH+/CMA providers and Tailored Plans. A discount code to allow free access will be provided to you by your agency administrator. CINs and other agencies providing comprehensive care management that do not have a contract with MAHEC do not receive these courses for free. To contract with MAHEC, please contact Scott Melton.

Faculty:
Kristy Myers, RN, ALNC, Director of Integrated Health, The Arc of NC

Hosted by:
Scott Melton, M.Div./ MAHEC TCM CPD Manager

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Target Audience

Psychologists, TCM Care Managers, Supervisors, and Extenders from the Tailored Plans; and TCM Certified Advanced Medical Homes+ (AMH+), and Care Management Agencies (CMA)

Objectives

• List the top preventable causes of death for people with I/DD (Fatal Five)
• Recognize risk factors of the "Fatal Five"
• Utilize resources to support individuals, families, and direct supports