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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE ONLINE CLASS – OUTLINE
March 18, 2009
I. WHAT IS DOMESTIC VIOLENCE?
A. MYTHS ABOUT DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
B. SEXUAL ORIENTATION AND GENDER
C. THE COSTS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
II. TYPES OF ABUSE
A. PHYSICAL
B. PSYCOLOGICAL
C. CHARACTERISTICS OF THE BATTERER
D. CHARACTERISTICS OF THE VICTIM
F. THE CYCLE OF VIOLENCE
G. “RED FLAGS” OF A BATTERING PERSONALITY
H. WHY VICTIMS STAY
III. HELPING AND REFERRING VICTIMS AND PERPETRATORS
A. HOW TO CONDUCT A DIAGNOSTIC INTERVIEW
B. SCREENING QUESTIONS FOR VICTIMS
C. SCREENING QUESTIONS FOR PERPETRATORS
D. HELP FOR BATTERERS
E. SAFETY TIPS FOR VICTIMS WHO LEAVE THEIR ABUSER
F. LEGAL PROTECTION FOR VICTIMS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
IV. ELDER AND CHILD ABUSE
V. FLORIDA REPORTING REQUIREMENTS
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE ONLINE CLASS – PURPOSE/OBJECTIVES
March 18, 2009
Purpose:
This home study is intended to educate health care professionals on domestic violence issues as required by Florida state law, Section 456.031(1)(a), F.S.
Objectives:
Upon completion of this program the learner will be able to:
• Describe the dynamics of an abusive and/or violent relationship.
• Identify three “red flags” of a battering personality.
• Identify three characteristics of the victim of domestic violence.
• List three reasons that victims may stay in an abusive relationship.
• Describe screening procedures used to identify and assist both victims and perpetrators of domestic violence.
• Identify two legal protections available to victims of domestic violence.
• List three community resources available to assist the victim, the perpetrator and the family.
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE ONLINE CLASS – 2 HOURS
March 18, 2009
| Purpose and Objectives |
I. WHAT IS DOMESTIC VIOLENCE?
Domestic violence is a crime in all fifty states. Florida law (741.28, F.S.) defines domestic violence as “any assault, aggravated assault, battery, aggravated battery, sexual assault, sexual battery, stalking, aggravated stalking, false imprisonment, kidnapping, or any criminal offense resulting in physical injury or death of one family or household member by another who is or was residing in the same single dwelling unit”. Domestic violence may also be defined as a “pattern of controlling behavior by one person who has a personal, intimate or familial relationship with another.” (Governor’s Task Force on Domestic Violence, 2000).
The crime of assault is an intentional, unlawful threat, by word or act, to do violence to someone, coupled with an apparent ability to carry out such threat, creating a well-founded fear in the other person that violence is imminent. Aggravated assault is assault with a deadly weapon.
The offense of battery occurs when a person intentionally touches or strikes another person against their will or intentionally causes them bodily harm. Knowingly causing great bodily harm, permanent disability or disfigurement, using a deadly weapon, or committing battery against a pregnant victim is aggravated battery .
Anyone who willfully, maliciously and repeatedly follows or harasses another person, for no legitimate purpose, causing substantial emotional distress, commits the offense of stalking . Making a credible threat which causes someone to reasonably fear death or bodily injury either for themselves, their child, sibling, spouse, parent, or dependent, is aggravated stalking .
Kidnapping and false imprisonment mean forcibly, secretly, or by threat confining, abducting, or imprisoning another person against her or his will and without lawful authority.
Because violence inflicted by an intimate partner has traditionally been treated more leniently by law enforcement than violence inflicted by a stranger, domestic barterers are not always arrested.
On January 5, 2006, the President signed the “Violence Against Women” Reauthorization Act. This works though the use of STOP grants. As a result, “victims are safer, better supported by their communities, and treated more uniformly and sensitively by first-response workers.”
A. MYTHS ABOUT DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Myths and misunderstandings about domestic violence abound. Although domestic violence occurs in approximately one out of three relationships , it remains one of the nation’s best-kept secrets. Domestic violence is the most under-reported crime in the country, with the actual incidence probably 10 times higher than reported. It remains a major health concern.
One prevalent myth is that perpetrators of domestic violence strike when angry and out of control. On the contrary, violence is an intentional choice, used to establish power and control in an intimate relationship. (Barterers manage not to beat their bosses or terrorize their friends when they are angry.) Domestic abuse is always about power and control . While the violence may not occur often, it is a constant underlying factor in the relationship. Although the first violent incident may not be severe, once battering begins, it tends to increase in severity and frequency, sometimes leading to permanent injury or death. The occasional slap or shove can evolve into a push down the stairs, a punch in the face or a kick in the stomach.
Another myth is that perpetrators are driven to violence by the behavior of their partners. In fact, perpetrators are unaffected by their partners’ efforts to change their behavior in order to appease them. The behavior the abuser chooses to target at any one time usually cannot be predicted by the partner, and this unpredictability is a major means for the banterer to maintain control.
Basic Radiation Safety in C
February 18, 2009
Basic Radiation Safety in Nuclear Medicine this course is intended as a refresher course for nuclear medicine technologists, but is primarily intended for RTs in PET imaging intending or desiring to gain connectiveness between CT and Nuclear Medicine. Following completion of this unit the student will have an introduction to basic radiation safety in nuclear medicine technology. The participant will be able to define terms associated with radiation protection, identify governing agencies in nuclear medicine, and compare penetrating abilities of ionizing radiation. Precautions for personnel, patients, staff, and visitors will be reviewed with examples of common procedures utilized in nuclear medicine laboratories. Students’ will have an opportunity to compare radioactive waste segregation regulations, along with methods of monitoring using proper equipment. This homestudy course has been approved for 3.0 Category A CE credits by the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) By the end of this course, the student should be able to: 1. Describe penetrating abilities of alpha, beta, and gamma radiation. 2. Compare ionizing radiation and non-ionizing radiation. 3. Define an “informed public.” 4. Identify the governing agencies associated with nuclear medicine and their roles. 5. Identify the types and prepare necessary licenses. 6. Define terms associated with radiation protection. 7. Recite half-lives and write symbols for commonly used radionuclides. 8. Convert various SI units to traditional counterparts used in radiation protection. 9. List necessary steps for a pregnant employee in nuclear medicine. 10. Identify and apply proper signage to restricted and radiation areas. 11. Describe and properly label containers which contain radioactivity. 12. Compare radiation survey instruments. 13. Define “radionuclide accountability.” 14. List and describe the process of ordering radioactivity. 15. Review a procedure for receiving diagnostic and therapeutic radioactivity. 16. Describe methods of shipping radioactivity. 17. Identify governing agencies associated with shipping and receiving radioactivity. 18. Compare methods of radioactive waste disposal. 19. Define terms associated with possession of radioactivity. 20. Solve simple equations used in radiation protection.
Online CPR Certification Classes
February 6, 2009
Online CPR Certification Don’t have time to take a BLS renewal or Initial class? Register for the American Heart Association’s online course! Complete the Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers class at your own pace, in the privacy of your own home. When you pass the online examination, bring your certificate to any American Heart Approved Skills Test (find one close to you). There you will demonstrate competence in BLS skills and receive your 2-year American Heart Association provider card.
Most Healthcare professionals are required to have a current CPR credential, and the American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare provider card is the gold standard. The BLS Healthcare Provider Course is designed to provide healthcare professionals the ability to recognize life-threatening emergencies, provide CPR, use an AED, and relieve choking in a safe, timely and effective manner. The course is designed for certified, noncertified, licensed and nonlicensed healthcare professionals.
Intended Audience
Healthcare providers such as physicians, nurses, paramedics, emergency medical technicians, respiratory therapists, physical and occupational therapists, physician’s assistants, residents or fellows, or medical or nursing students in training, aides, medical or nursing assistants, police officers, and other allied health personnel.
Here are some of the major changes in 2005 guidelines:
- Increased compression to ventilation rate for adult victims from 15:2 to 30:2. The goal for the compression rate for any age victim is now 100 compressions per minute.
- location of hands for compressions in now the inter-mammary line.
- Discontinue use of blind finger sweeps.
- For Children and Infant’s, 5 cycles of CPR must be completed prior to calling 911
Steps to complete the CPR Course Online:
- Register and pay for the Online BLS Part 1 Course ($30)
- Receive via email an online key within 24 hours of registration.
- Complete the Online BLS Part 1 Course through the American Heart’s website
- Attend a skills test at a location close to you (find one close to you)
- Receive your certification card for the skills testing location.
The course fee for the online CPR class is $30.
Register now for the Online BLS Course! $30
Do you live in South Florida? Register for the Online Renewal Package which includes the Online class and skills evaluation for $50.
Register now fo the Online BLS Course with Skills Assessment! $50
Don’t forget about our Online Nursing CEU Classes and mandatory requirements.
