Download or read book 21st Century VA Independent Study Course written by Department of Veterans Affairs and published by . This book was released on 2018-01-04 with total page 103 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Veterans Administration (VA) Independent Study Course provides a guide to the health issues encountered by Gulf War veterans. Emphasis is placed on providing the most recent information from clinical and scientific studies of Gulf War veterans' illnesses. After completing this independent study, participants will be able to: recognize the most common symptoms and diagnoses of Gulf War veterans, describe current programs established by the Department of Defense and the Department of Veterans Affairs on behalf of Gulf War participants, and discuss recent research studies and findings that relate to the health concerns of Gulf War veterans. Content Materials: The Health Impact of Service in the Gulf War; Gulf War Health Care; VA Gulf War Registry Health Examination Program/Department of Defense Comprehensive Clinical Evaluation Program; Other VA and DoD Health Care Programs: Centers for the Study of War-Related Illnesses; DoD's Centers for Deployment Health; DoD's OSAGWI and the Office of the Special Assistant to the Under Secretary of Defense (Personnel And Readiness) for Gulf War Illnesses and Medical Readiness and Military Deployments; Spouses and Children Examination Program; Large-Scale Clinical Trials and the ALS Study; Clinical Practice Guidelines: Unexplained Symptoms Clinical Risk Communication: Explaining Casualty Risk to Gulf War Veterans With Multisymptom Illnesses; Studies of Gulf War Veterans' Mortality, Morbidity and Reproductive Health; Mortality Among U.S. and U.K. Gulf War Veterans; Morbidity Studies Among Gulf War Veterans; Medically Unexplained Symptom-Based Illnesses Among Gulf War Veterans; Reproductive Health Among Gulf War Veterans; Health Risk Factors; Pesticides; Chemical and Biological Warfare Agents; Vaccinations and Pretreatments; Depleted Uranium; Infectious Diseases; Disability Compensation and Undiagnosed Illnesses; Outreach and Education for Gulf War Veterans and VA Employees; Supplemental Reading and Additional References. * This is a privately authored news service and educational publication of Progressive Management. Our publications synthesize official government information with original material - they are not produced by the federal government. They are designed to provide a convenient user-friendly reference work to uniformly present authoritative knowledge that can be rapidly read, reviewed or searched. Vast archives of important data that might otherwise remain inaccessible are available for instant review no matter where you are. This e-book format makes a great reference work and educational tool. There is no other reference book that is as convenient, comprehensive, thoroughly researched, and portable - everything you need to know, from renowned experts you trust. For over a quarter of a century, our news, educational, technical, scientific, and medical publications have made unique and valuable references accessible to all people. Our e-books put knowledge at your fingertips, and an expert in your pocket!

Download or read book 21st Century Veterans Health written by Government Us and published by . This book was released on 2004-01-01 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This unique ring-bound book provides a reproduction of the Veterans Administration (VA) Independent Study Course on Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), released in January 2004 as part of the Veterans Health Initiative. "This independent study presents an overview of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) issues that Primary Care practitioners may encounter when providing care to veterans and active duty military personnel. After completing this independent study, participants will be able to: Identify the epidemiology and the nature of TBI; Describe concussion management and treatment of mild TBI; List the rehabilitation process for a Veteran with TBI; Identify medical and physical problems of Veterans with TBI; Identify cognitive problems for Veterans with TBI; Recognize emotional and behavioral problems for Veterans with TBI; Explain TBI in the Elderly and Aging with TBI; List the issues and impact on the TBI survivor and their family; Describe the issues related to driving for a TBI survivor; and Describe the VA TBI System of Care. As a result of this program, clinicians will have a broader base of knowledge with which to provide effective care to patients with TBI and a better understanding of patients who experience this condition. Drug treatments and dosages provided in this study guide should be double-checked prior to prescribing therapy. This independent study is primarily designed for Department of Veterans Affairs clinicians and interested VA staff. Other health care providers, especially those working in veterans and military health care facilities in the U.S., also are encouraged to complete this study module. Contents include: Epidemiology and the Nature of Traumatic Brain Injuries; Concussion Management: Sequelae and Treatment of Mild TBI; Rehabilitation of the Veteran with Traumatic Brain Injury; Post-acute/Chronic Sequelae: Medical and Physical Problems; Post-acute/Chronic Sequelae: Cognitive Problems; Post-acute/Chronic Sequelae:

Download or read book 21st Century VA Independent Study Course written by Department of Veterans Affairs and published by . This book was released on 2018-04-16 with total page 103 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Veterans Administration (VA) Independent Study Course on Endemic Infectious Diseases of Southwest Asia (Afghanistan and Iraq) provides essential information for health care providers about the infectious disease risks in Southwest Asia, particularly in Afghanistan and Iraq. Physicians who travel to Afghanistan and Iraq as part of U.S., Canadian, and other Coalition military forces, or as participants in humanitarian programs, need to be familiar with the epidemiology, diagnosis, and treatment of the endemic infectious diseases of Southwest Asia. Western health care providers will also have to be alert for unusual infections among military personnel and veterans, travelers, relief workers, and others returning from this region. Emphasis is placed on diseases not typically seen in North America. After completing this independent study, participants will be able to: describe background data on Afghanistan and Iraq; identify the endemic infectious diseases of Southwest Asia; identify the infectious diseases of Afghanistan and Iraq of limited military importance; explain the recent outbreak of Norovirus infection in Afghanistan; describe long-term concerns related to endemic infectious diseases in Southwest Asia; describe the historical background of infectious diseases in Afghanistan and Iraq; identify the clinical findings associated with the infectious diseases of Southwest Asia; describe the diagnosis of infectious diseases in Southwest Asia; list the treatment regimens for infectious diseases found in Southwest Asia; and, describe prevention measures effective for infectious diseases in Afghanistan and Iraq. * This is a privately authored news service and educational publication of Progressive Management. Our publications synthesize official government information with original material - they are not produced by the federal government. They are designed to provide a convenient user-friendly reference work to uniformly present authoritative knowledge that can be rapidly read, reviewed or searched. Vast archives of important data that might otherwise remain inaccessible are available for instant review no matter where you are. This e-book format makes a great reference work and educational tool. There is no other reference book that is as convenient, comprehensive, thoroughly researched, and portable - everything you need to know, from renowned experts you trust. For over a quarter of a century, our news, educational, technical, scientific, and medical publications have made unique and valuable references accessible to all people. Our e-books put knowledge at your fingertips, and an expert in your pocket!

Download or read book 21st Century VA Independent Study Course Visual Impairment and Blindness Vision Loss Eye Pathologies Training Programs Low Vision Blind Rehabilitation Psychological and Family Implications written by Department of Veterans Affairs and published by . This book was released on 2017-08-27 with total page 66 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Veterans Administration (VA) Independent Study Course on visual impairment and blindness is designed to provide primary care practitioners with an introduction to the pathologies that lead to sight loss, their functional implications, appropriate method of referrals, training programs, and special considerations for interactions with visually impaired individuals. After completing this independent study, participants would be able to: define legal blindness; describe the causes of sight loss; delineate the functional implications of vision loss; delineate the psycho/social impact of vision loss on the veteran; outline the role of the Visual Impairment Services Team (VIST) in the treatment of legally blind veterans and the referral process; describe the special personal and environmental considerations needed for visually impaired patients; describe the special medical considerations needed for visually impaired patients; describe the primary care practitioner's role in assisting veterans in establishing well-grounded claims for disability related to the loss of vision; and describe compensation and pension benefits provided for veterans with eye disabilities. After completing this independent study, you should be able to: state the definition of legal blindness; be able to: associate eye diseases with their visual implications; be able to: demonstrate insight into the functional and Psycho/Social implications of sight-loss; know when referrals to VIST are indicated; understand the process for making appropriate referrals; and understand the importance of training at a VA Blind Rehabilitation facility.

Download or read book 21st Century VA Independent Study Course written by Department of Veterans Affairs and published by . This book was released on 2017-01-15 with total page 205 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Veterans Administration (VA) Independent Study Course on post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) provides authoritative information on this crippling condition. Upon completion of this self-study program, participants should be able to: integrate PTSD screening into veterans' assessments; identify the manifestations of PTSD in veterans; describe the current treatment for PTSD; refer veterans with PTSD to appropriate resources; recognize the need to prepare veterans with PTSD for stressful medical procedures; support and encourage identification of veterans with PTSD; and appreciate veterans who have experienced situations that put them at risk for PTSD. As a result of this program, clinicians will have a broader base of knowledge with which to provide effective care to patients with PTSD and a better understanding of patients who experience this condition. Program Content: Why Screen Veterans for Traumatic Stress; Obstacles to Detection of Traumatic Stress-Related Problems; Rationale for Routine Traumatic Stress Screening in VA Health Care Settings; Role of Health Care Providers; The Nature and Impact of Traumatic Stress; Women and Sexual Trauma; Men and Sexual Trauma; Screening and Referral Procedure Overview; Implementing Screening Procedures; Treatments for PTSD; Pharmacotherapy for PTSD; Medical Compliance/Preparation for Medical Procedures; The Patient-Provider Relationship: Setting Boundaries; Special Considerations: The Compensation-Seeking Veteran with PTSD; Models of Care; Commonly Asked Questions About PTSD; Reference Materials; Quick Reference Guide; "Understanding Trauma and PTSD" Patient Information Sheet; Screening Tools; Patient Protection and Advocacy; References; Annotated Bibliography. Medical providers in VA frequently encounter patients with PTSD (often undiagnosed) related to severe prior traumas (especially combat, sexual assault while in the military, prisoner-of-war experiences or childhood physical and sexual abuse). PTSD has profound effects on physical and emotional health and social functioning; it also influences health care utilization and a patient's ability to interact effectively with the health care system. To increase the identification of PTSD, medical providers should routinely screen for PTSD, using simple available instruments. Medical providers also should routinely screen for exposure to traumas, including combat, sexual assault and domestic violence. * This edition includes our exclusive Guide to Leading Medical Websites. Since navigating the Internet to find additional non-governmental medical information can be confusing, we've provided this unique and helpful guide with updated links to 81 of the best sites for medical information! Built-in weblinks let you quickly check for the latest clinical updates directly from the government and the best commercial portals, news sites, reference/textbook/non-commercial portals, and health organizations. * This is a privately authored news service and educational publication of Progressive Management. Our publications synthesize official government information with original material - they are not produced by the federal government. They are designed to provide a convenient user-friendly reference work to uniformly present authoritative knowledge that can be rapidly read, reviewed or searched. Vast archives of important data that might otherwise remain inaccessible are available for instant review no matter where you are. This e-book format makes a great reference work and educational tool. There is no other reference book that is as convenient, comprehensive, thoroughly researched, and portable - everything you need to know, from renowned experts you trust. For over a quarter of a century, our news, educational, technical, scientific, and medical publications have made unique and valuable references accessible to all people. Our e-books put knowledge at your fingertips, and an expert in your pocket!

Download or read book 21st Century VA Independent Study Course written by Department of Veterans Affairs and published by . This book was released on 2018-01-04 with total page 82 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Veterans Administration (VA) Independent Study Course on Vietnam Veterans and Agent Orange Exposure provides essential information for health care providers about the impact of the dioxin-containing herbicide on soldiers in the war. It serves as an introduction to the long-term health consequences of exposure to Agent Orange and other herbicides used in Vietnam. This document provides an overview of Agent Orange, the Department of Veterans Affairs health care, research, disability compensation programs for Vietnam veterans and common symptoms and diagnoses of these veterans. After completing this independent study, readers should be able to recognize common symptoms and diagnoses of veterans exposed to Agent Orange and other herbicides used in Vietnam; identify the conditions presumptively recognized for service connection for Vietnam veterans based on evidence of an association with herbicides; explain the role of the Institute of Medicine in the process of establishing a scientific basis for VA's compensation policy for Vietnam veterans; and discuss the problems in conducting research on the health of veterans exposed to Agent Orange, including physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, etc. For more than a quarter century (since the mid-1970's), the controversy about possible long-term health consequences of Agent Orange has affected the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), previously known as the Veterans Administration. The response has varied by departments and offices and was different over time and administrations. Initially, some officials hoped the concern about health effects would quickly subside. Some of them argued that these concerns were being advanced by the news media and veterans' advocates out of sync with mainstream medicine/science. Others concluded that these concerns were valid and should be dealt with in a forthright manner. Those favoring the latter point of view ultimately prevailed and VA launched a comprehensive program to respond to the concerns of these veterans and their families. This program consists of a health registry that has provided medical examinations to over 300,000 Vietnam veterans, medical care to large numbers of Vietnam veterans, disability compensation for tens of thousands of veterans, benefits for the first time for certain dependents (based on their disability), new scientific research and extensive outreach and educational efforts. Agent Orange is the name used to describe a particular type of herbicide blend used for military purposes in Vietnam from 1965 to 1971. The herbicide killed unwanted plants and removed leaves from trees which otherwise provided cover for the enemy. Agent Orange was a reddish-brown to tan colored liquid. The name "Agent Orange" came from the orange stripe on the 55-gallon drums in which it was stored. Other herbicides, including Agent White and Agent Blue, were used in Vietnam to a much smaller extent. Agent Orange was a mixture of chemicals containing nearly equal amounts of the two active ingredients, 2,4-D (2,4-Dichlorophenoxyacetic acid) and 2,4,5-T (2,4,5-Trichlorophenoxyacetic acid). These weed-killing chemicals were widely used commercially and privately in the United States and in many other countries from the 1940's into the 1970's. * This is a privately authored news service and educational publication of Progressive Management.

Download or read book 21st Century VA Independent Study Course written by Department of Veterans Affairs and published by . This book was released on 2017-09-26 with total page 82 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Veterans Administration (VA) Independent Study Course on the medical care of those with spinal cord injuries (SCI) is designed to familiarize the reader with the unique aspects of SCI medicine. Its purpose is to help you gain knowledge so that any clinical encounter is more comfortable and informational for both you and the veteran served. This is not an attempt to make you a specialist, but to provide information so you can manage the patient until a subspecialist is available. Upon completion of this self-study program, participants should be able to: delineate the most common conditions affecting persons with SCI; identify the changes in physiology, compensatory mechanisms, common disorders, physical functioning, and general health care needs of individuals with spinal cord injury; specify the unique aspects of SCI medicine so that clinical encounters are more informative and comfortable for clinicians and the veterans served; and describe the various treatments for persons with SCI. The spinal cord is the primary pathway for transmission of information between the brain and the peripheral nervous system. Injury to the spinal cord causes disruption of movement, sensation, and autonomic nervous system function. Knowledge of the relevant neuroanatomy and the types of information carried by spinal cord tracts allows a more complete understanding of the consequences of SCI. Gray matter is centrally located in the cord and is the site of all nerve cell bodies, including those of the lower motor neurons that innervate muscle fibers. White matter contains groupings of axons called tracts.

Download or read book 21st Century VA Independent Study Course written by Department of Veterans Affairs and published by . This book was released on 2017-08-27 with total page 123 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Veterans Administration (VA) Independent Study Course on hearing loss and impairment provides extensive, authoritative coverage of hearing problems and audiology in the veteran population. This independent study is designed to provide an introduction to issues regarding the long-term health consequences of hearing loss as a result of military experience: Enhance clinicians' abilities to assess and manage hearing loss in veteran patients; Assist practitioners in making appropriate referrals to audiologists; Provide veterans with the evaluations, guidance, and treatment they need and deserve. After completing this independent study, participants should be able to: Describe primary care clinicians' roles in the prevention, identification, evaluation, and treatment of hearing loss; Describe the basic anatomy and physiology of the auditory system; Describe the primary care clinician's role in identifying, screening, and making appropriate referrals for hearing loss, tinnitus, and balance disorders; Monitor patients' medication use; Counsel patients on ways to avoid noise exposure; Describe the primary care practitioner's role in assisting veterans in establishing well-grounded claims for disability-related hearing loss and ear disease; Describe basic audiological assessment procedures and their role in the management of patients with hearing loss. The expected outcomes of this self study are: improved sensitivity to the effect of military experiences and exposures on veteran patients' health and attitudes, improved patient satisfaction, increased awareness of the occupational risks in a patient's history, and a data base for future research activities.

Download or read book Departments of Veterans Affairs and Housing and Urban Development and Independent Agencies Appropriations for 2004 written by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Appropriations. Subcommittee on VA, HUD, and Independent Agencies and published by . This book was released on 2003 with total page 1558 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book H R 1291 21st Century Montgomery GI Bill Enhancement Act written by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Subcommittee on Benefits and published by . This book was released on 2001 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Veterans Opportunities Act of 2001 written by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Veterans' Affairs and published by . This book was released on 2001 with total page 64 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book H R 4765 the 21st Century Veterans Employment and Training Act and H R 3256 the Veterans Right to Know Act written by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Subcommittee on Benefits and published by . This book was released on 2001 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book A 21st Century Cyber Physical Systems Education written by National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2017-01-27 with total page 107 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Cyber-physical systems (CPS) are "engineered systems that are built from, and depend upon, the seamless integration of computational algorithms and physical components." CPS can be small and closed, such as an artificial pancreas, or very large, complex, and interconnected, such as a regional energy grid. CPS engineering focuses on managing inter- dependencies and impact of physical aspects on cyber aspects, and vice versa. With the development of low-cost sensing, powerful embedded system hardware, and widely deployed communication networks, the reliance on CPS for system functionality has dramatically increased. These technical developments in combination with the creation of a workforce skilled in engineering CPS will allow the deployment of increasingly capable, adaptable, and trustworthy systems. Engineers responsible for developing CPS but lacking the appropriate education or training may not fully understand at an appropriate depth, on the one hand, the technical issues associated with the CPS software and hardware or, on the other hand, techniques for physical system modeling, energy and power, actuation, signal processing, and control. In addition, these engineers may be designing and implementing life-critical systems without appropriate formal training in CPS methods needed for verification and to assure safety, reliability, and security. A workforce with the appropriate education, training, and skills will be better positioned to create and manage the next generation of CPS solutions. A 21st Century Cyber-Physical Systems Education examines the intellectual content of the emerging field of CPS and its implications for engineering and computer science education. This report is intended to inform those who might support efforts to develop curricula and materials; faculty and university administrators; industries with needs for CPS workers; and current and potential students about intellectual foundations, workforce requirements, employment opportunities, and curricular needs.

Download or read book Departments of Veterans Affairs and Housing and Urban Development and Independent Agencies Appropriations for 1999 written by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Appropriations. Subcommittee on VA, HUD, and Independent Agencies and published by . This book was released on 1998 with total page 986 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book H R 801 the Veterans Opportunities Act of 2001 and VA s Implementation of Veterans Transitional Housing Assistance written by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Subcommittee on Benefits and published by . This book was released on 2001 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

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Download or read book Personalizing 21st Century Education written by Dan Domenech and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2016-03-14 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Praise for PERSONALIZING 21ST CENTURY EDUCATION "A passionate call-to-action, an inspiring vision, and a practical guide...three seasoned education leaders in the 'establishment' lay out a compelling case for systemic changes to enable personalized education." Yong Zhao, PhD, Professor, University of Oregon; author of Who's Afraid of the Big Bad Dragon? Why China has the Best (and Worst) Education System in the World "Creating school environments where students are 'leading their own learning' is a powerful focus of Personalizing 21st Century Education. This compelling yet practical book provides readers with the foundation and motivation to move personalized learning to the top of the agenda!" Mark Edwards, EdD, Superintendent, Mooresville Graded School District "Personalizing 21st Century Education highlights the need to move from differentiation to personalization in today's classrooms. Equitable opportunities to learn can be realized if we have the courage to dramatically reimagine teaching, assessment, and accountability. This book is a call to action for the dramatic paradigm shift we need in order to serve all learners well." Dr. Valerie Truesdale, Chief Technology, Personalization and Engagement Officer, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools