Drug-Induced Movement Disorders: Acute Dystonia and Akathisia

Introduction

Drug-Induced Movement Disorders: Acute Dystonia and Akathisia

Course Format

Self-Guided

Release Date

September 07, 2017

Expiration Date

April 30, 2028

Program Description

The MDS course Drug-Induced Movement Disorders: Acute Dystonia and Akathisia will provide a comprehensive overview of acute dystonia and akathisia including the medications that cause each disorder, risk factors, pathophysiology, and the treatment options available.

Registration Type		Member Fee	Non-Member Fee
	Module Access	N/A	$50.00

Contact Us

MDS Education
education@movementdisorders.org

Course Overview

FACULTY

Daniel Martinez-Ramirez, MD - University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA

Adolfo Ramirez-Zamora, MD - University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA

Elena Cecilia Rosca, MD, PhD - Victor Babes University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Timi?oara, Romania

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Upon completion of this activity, learners will be able to:

1. List the common medications and describe the clinical presentation and risk factors that cause acute dystonic reactions and akathisia.
2. Explain the current theories regarding pathophysiology of acute dystonic reactions and akathisia.
3. List current treatment options for acute dystonic reactions and akathisia.

INTENDED AUDIENCE

This module is intended for neurologists, primary care physicians with an interest in movement disorders, neurology residents and movement disorder fellows.

HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS

1. Active Internet connection (DSL or Cable). Dial-up connection will have constant buffering problem.

2. Compatible with Windows PC and MAC (256 MB of RAM or higher).

3. Activity is best viewed on Internet Explorer 9.0 or higher, Safari 5.0 or higher and Firefox 29.0 or higher.

4. Adobe Flash Player 12.0 (or higher).

5. Adobe Reader to print certificate.