Disruptive Behaviors from Toddlerhood Through Adolescence: Diagnostic and Treatment Approaches

1.25 NAPNAP contact hour, of which 0.25 is Pharmacology and 0.25 Psychopharmacology. This continuing education activity is offered at a reduced rate to NAPNAP Members. This continuing education activity rate is 15$ for NAPNAP Members. For non- members, this continuing education activity rate is 30$. 
The course will review disruptive behavior disorders in childhood, including oppositional defiant disorder and conduct disorder. Case studies will include “normal-but-challenging” child behaviors as well as cases delineating diagnostic criteria for these disorders. The presenter will introduce behavioral therapy approaches, including Parent Child Interaction Therapy.

Introduction: This continuing education activity is administered by the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP) as an Agency providing continuing education credit. Individuals who complete this program and earn a 70% or higher score on the post test will be awarded 1.25 NAPNAP contact hour, of which 0.25 is pharmacology and 0.25 psychopharmacology.

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Target Audience

Pediatric-focused advanced practice registered nurses

Learning Objectives

  • Identify criteria for DSM-V disruptive behaviors disorders and mood disorders such as disruptive mood dysregulation disorder.
  • Recognize age-appropriate norms such as temper tantrums and limit-testing in contrast to DSM-V disruptive behavior diagnoses.
  • Synthesize knowledge of diagnostic criteria and both pharmacologic and therapy-based treatments to plan care for children and families.
     
Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 1.25 Contact hours
Course opens: 
04/24/2019
Course expires: 
12/31/2021
Cost:
$30.00
Rating: 
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Beth Heuer, DNP, RN, CRNP, CPNP-PC, PMHS: Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, Child Development Unit, UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh

 

FACULTY DISCLOSURES:

Dr. Heuer has no relevant financial relationships to disclose. 
 

Available Credit

  • 1.25 Contact hours

Price

Cost:
$30.00
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