Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder

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Updated 18 Oct 2023 Certificate ANCC Accredited

This Ausmed Course provides an overview of fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD). Start this course now to discover the keys to prevention, screening, diagnosis and support.

Content

4 Video Units • 15 Questions
Pre-reflection
1 Question
Introduction
3m
Pretest
3 Questions
What is FASD?
3 Questions
8m
Screening and Diagnosis
3 Questions
8m
Interventions and Support
4 Questions
8m
Post-reflection
1 Question

What you'll learn:

1

Use knowledge of the effects of alcohol on the developing foetus to educate women of childbearing age on the issue of FASD.

2

Identify individuals at risk of FASD through screening and assessing infants, children, adolescents, and adults for FASD and other prenatal alcohol-related disorders.

3

Identify ethical, legal and political issues related to FASD that may be barriers to the implementation of interventions for those who are affected by this condition.

Who it's for:

This Ausmed Course is relevant to registered nurses and other healthcare professionals who care for women of childbearing age who may be at risk of drinking during pregnancy, and who may care for children and/or adults who have a diagnosis of FASD.

Why it's needed:

Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) is easily undetected or misdiagnosed. As such, there is a lack of understanding of FASD by health professionals. There is a timely need for education to address the keys to prevention, screening, diagnosis and support outcomes for children and families affected by FASD.

Purpose:

The purpose of this Ausmed Course is to enhance awareness and information regarding fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD), in order to ensure registered nurses and other healthcare professionals are able to provide assistance and support to those affected by FASD.

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Last updated18 Oct 2023

Published20 Jun 2017

Due for review25 Feb 2025
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