Starting on:
May 24, 2024
Ending on:
Dec 31, 2024
Moderator(s):
Defence Forces Memorial Hospital Conference Hall
Max Credits:
3 Points
Provider:
Defence Forces Memorial Hospital
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May 24, 2024
Ending on:
Dec 31, 2024
Moderator(s):
Dr.
Thomas Muvonde
Consultant Psychiatrist
Venue: Consultant Psychiatrist
Defence Forces Memorial Hospital Conference Hall
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3 Points
Provider:
Defence Forces Memorial Hospital
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Electroconvulsive Therapy
Starting on:
May 24, 2024
May 24, 2024
Ending on:
Dec 31, 2024
Dec 31, 2024
Venue:
Defence Forces Memorial Hospital Conference Hall
Defence Forces Memorial Hospital Conference Hall
Description
In a patient under intravenous sedation or general anesthesia, electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) uses an electric current to create a generalized cerebral seizure. Although it is primarily utilized to treat patients with severe depression, patients with schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, catatonia, neuroleptic malignant syndrome, and bipolar disorder may also benefit. This activity describes the indications, contraindications, and complications of ECT and highlights the role of the interprofessional team in the management of patients with mental health disorders.
Objectives
To determine the effects of electroconvulsive therapy.
To identify the potential uses of electroconvulsive therapy.
To assess misinformation associated with electroconvulsive therapy.
To communicate electroconvulsive therapy, and review the role of the interprofessional team in managing patients who undergo ECT.
Presenters
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Dr.
Thomas Muvonde
Consultant Psychiatrist
Defence Forces Memorial Hospital