Compass Points™

Animal-Assisted Therapy: Right for Your Patients?

by Robert S. Kennedy, MA

An emerging field of study looks at the importance of the relationship between people and animals. The social milieu on where and how animals fit into society has changed in the last few decades; however, few mainstream clinicians are aware of the area of Animal-Assisted Therapy (AAT)...

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Responses from Last
Compass Questions™

In the 03.20.12 issue of Clinical Compass™, we asked seven questions.

Question #1 was "Rate how familiar you are with the need for effective provider-patient communication in the management of Parkinson's disease (PD):" and the neuroscienceCME learning community responded:
13.2% - Extremely familiar
23.7% - Very familiar
26.3% - Moderately familiar
26.3% - Somewhat familiar
10.5% - Not at all familiar

Question #2 was "Now that you have read this article, how familiar are you with the need for effective provider-patient communication in the management of Parkinson's disease(PD)?" and the neuroscienceCME learning community responded:
28.9% - Extremely familiar
47.4% - Very familiar
18.4% - Moderately familiar
2.6% - Somewhat familiar
2.6% - Not at all familiar

Question #3 was "State how often you integrate tools and techniques that can be used in clinical practice to improve communication between providers and patients with PD:" and the neuroscienceCME learning community responded:
2.6% - Always
21.1% - Often
34.2% - Sometimes
28.9% - Rarely
13.2% - Never

Question #4 was "Now that you have read this article, state how often you will integrate tools and techniques that can be used in clinical practice to improve communication between providers and patients with PD:" and the neuroscienceCME learning community responded:
39.5% - Always
39.5% - Often
15.8% - Sometimes
2.6% - Rarely
2.6% - Never

Question #5 was "State how often you recommend and refer patients to a speech-language pathologist to help your patients with PD improve communication:" and the neuroscienceCME learning community responded:
2.6% - Always
2.6% - Often
36.8% - Sometimes
28.9% - Rarely
28.9% - Never

Question #6 was "Now that you have read this article, state how often you will recommend and refer patients with PD to a speech-language pathogist to help them improve their communication:" and the neuroscienceCME learning community responded:
39.5% - Always
34.2% - Often
21.1% - Sometimes
2.6% - Rarely
2.6% - Never

Question #7 was "How interested are you in educational activities that focus on improving communication in the management of Parkinson's disease?" and the neuroscienceCME learning community responded:
36.8% - Extremely interested
39.5% - Very interested
1.9% - Moderately interested
2.6% - Somewhat interested
0.0% - Not at all interested

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REGISTER NOW FOR EARLY BIRD PRICING! 5th Annual Chair Summit - Master Class for Neuroscience Professional Development

Symposium Dates: October 11-13, 2012
Location: Gaylord Palms Hotel
6000 W Osceola Parkway, Orlando, FL 34746
407.586.2000 (Group Code: CME Outfitters)

The 5th Annual Chair Summit is a unique and powerful two and a half day learning opportunity, different from other events and conferences. At Chair Summit, you become an involved and engaged participant. You can personalize your experience based on your own educational needs, since direct access to faculty lets you ask as many questions as you need to get the guidance that helps your patients.

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Educational Formats for Whatever Your Needs Are

We recognize that physicians, nurses, pharmacists and other health care professionals have varying educational needs. Many clinicians set aside time to participate in educational activities while at their computers, while some prefer mobile learning while on the go. That's why we offer multiple activity formats – so you can find the answers you need, wherever and whenever you need it.

Click the links below to see our educational activities in these formats:

• Medical Simulations – these simulations walk you through clinical patient encounters, present you with patient videos and EHR data, test your diagnostic and treatment skills, and help you enhance your standards of care via real-life clinical challenges
• SmartMobile™ – a mobile-friendly format you can access from anywhere with easy-to-read text, quick identification of key takeaways, and seamless completion of your evaluation and receipt of your certificate
• CME Snacks – short and to the point, engaging multimedia presentations with video and supporting slides, and seamless online completion of your evaluation and receipt of your certificate

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