My Patient is a Veteran Modules - 10 CEs
Product Owner: Jeffrey Puncher
MDTI, Director
The Veterans Health e-Learning Modules & Podcast is a project jointly developed by the PMO team, Queen’s University, and the City of Ottawa’s Veterans Task Force with the primary objective of developing content that addresses socially accountable educational gaps.
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Course Description
The Veterans Health e-Learning Modules include two foundational, interactive modules under the title of “My Patient is a Veteran.” The foundations of Veteran health and well-being and practitioner engagement with this patient population are also explored. The project aims to:
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Identify appropriate healthcare services available for Canadian Armed Forces and RCMP Members, including Veterans.
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List common occupational health concerns for Veteran populations.
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Describe the prevalence of chronic health conditions among Veterans for better provision of primary care and referrals.
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Take the first steps to engage with Veteran patients using the Veterans Affairs Canada Well-Being Construct.
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Develop cultural competence in addressing Veteran health and wellness needs in their transition from military to Veteran life.
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Utilize strategies in practice to build a respectful rapport with Veteran patients and their families.
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Approved CE Hours
This course is approved for 10 CE hours.