Drug-Induced Movement Disorders: Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome

Introduction

Drug-Induced Movement Disorders: Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome

Course Format

Self-Guided

Release Date

October 02, 2017

Expiration Date

April 30, 2028

Program Description

The MDS course Drug-Induced Movement Disorders: Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome provides a comprehensive overview of the neuroleptic malignant syndrome including clinical features, diagnostic criteria, and the treatment options available.

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

Contact Us

MDS Education
education@movementdisorders.org

Course Overview

FACULTY

Roopa Rajan, MD, DM - All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India

Mónica M. Kurtis, MD - Hospital Ruber Internacional, Madrid, Spain

Jessica M. Baker, MD - University of Wisconsin, Madison, WI, USA

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

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

1. List the clinical features and diagnostic criteria for neuroleptic malignant syndrome.

2. List other conditions that can be confused with neuroleptic malignant syndrome.

3. Describe supportive and pharmacological treatments for neuroleptic malignant syndrome.

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.