The Humanitarian Side of Katrina:
Dealing with Special Populations
presented by Everett F. Binns, Ph.D.
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Release date: February 1, 2007
Expiration date: January 31, 2010

Target Audience: Anesthesiologists, Burn Surgeons, Emergency Medicine Physicians,Family Medicine Physicians, General Surgeons, Internists, Neurosurgeons, Opthalmologists, Orthopedic Surgeons, Otolaryngologists, Pediatricians, Pediatric Surgeons, Psychiatrists, Radiologists, Oral Max Surgeons, Trauma Surgeons, Registered Nurses, Pharmacists, Physician Assistants, Social Workers, Paramedics/Emergency Medical Technicians, Flight Personnel

Course Description: As speaker for the special event program “ 11th Annual Adult & Pediatric Trauma Symposium --Head Injuries Across the Ages – From the Field to Beyond”, Dr. Binns discusses the care of pediatric, special needs and elderly  patients in social emergencies, stressful situations, special needs and the humanitarian mission. This lecture was previously recorded as part of a live CME approved conference and is now made available through this online program. A voice recording, PowerPoint slides, and web technology are utilized. Click on the link above to begin this educational program.

Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this course, the learner should be able to:

• Identify social emergencies in children with missing parents/siblings/friends/pets.

• Recognize stressful situations in children regarding displacement and reuniting families.

• Illustrate the special needs of children regarding medication and immobility.

Estimated time to complete the educational activity -- 1.0 hr(s)