ODS-8502 Interprofessional Management of Acquired Brain Injury
This course presents a multidisciplinary clinical perspective on acquired neurological impairment. Four main areas of focus include: 1. Stroke 2. Trauma 3. Infectious, toxic, drug-related, anoxic and degenerative 4. Tumors Vision sequela of neurological impairment and vision rehabilitation strategies are presented within the broader scope of rehabilitation medicine. A neurological perspective is followed by specialty care services and a case-based approach. Beyond vision rehabilitation, this class will provide an overview of the functional rehabilitation process. Students will learn about the tools and techniques utilized by a variety of healthcare professionals. The roles and unique perspectives of rehabilitation specialists will become apparent as they present each disease process and type of acquired injury. This course will also include the patient’s journey through a multidisciplinary rehabilitation process. It will also cover the emotional psychological and social impact of acquired neurological disease and vision loss. At the end of this course, a comprehensive understanding should evolve which allows students to visualize the role of optometry within a broader rehabilitation framework