AIMS
To be able to provide effective care for those living with Muscular Dystrophy
LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this course, you will:
- Know what Muscular Dystrophy is
- Know some causes and risk factors for Muscular Dystrophy
- Know how Muscular Dystrophy is diagnosed
- Be aware of types of Muscular Dystrophy
- Be aware of the symptoms of Muscular Dystrophy
- Know some different treatments for Muscular Dystrophy
- Be aware of how Muscular Dystrophy progresses
- Know ways to care effectively for those living with Muscular Dystrophy
LESSONS AND TOPICS
Muscular Dystrophy
- What is Muscular Dystrophy?
- Causes of Muscular Dystrophy
- Types of Muscular Dystrophy
Diagnosis
- Diagnosis
- Tests used for Diagnosis
Common Symptoms
- Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
- Myotonic Muscular Dystrophy
- Facioscapulohumeral Muscular Dystrophy
- Becker Muscular Dystrophy
- Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy
- Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy
- Emery-Dreyfuss Muscular Dystrophy
Treatment
- Mobility and Breathing Assistance
- Steroid Medication
- Creatine Supplements
- Ataluren
- Treating Swallowing Problems
- Treating Heart Complications
- Corrective Surgery
- Research into Treatments
Effective Care
- Progression
- Care Planning
- Advance Care Planning
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Dignity and Independence
Support Groups
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