Description:

According to the CDC, in 2021, there were more than 586 TBI-related hospitalizations and 190 TBI-related deaths per day. These numbers do not include concussions or mild TBIs that were discharged from the emergency department. According to Schneider (2021), approximately 47.4% of individuals over the age of 40 have a history of TBI and are living with a disability.

Based on evaluation data from the TCAA’s on-demand learning system, many healthcare providers have requested additional education on TBIs. In response, TCAA’s Education Committee has developed a nine-part series covering the continuum of care, from EMS to discharge to the community. The series will conclude with a session on coding TBI-related injuries. Each webinar will feature healthcare providers from across the United States.

Objectives:

• Identify strategies to effectively support families of TBI patients as they navigate the complexities of care.
• Explain common medical terms and procedures related to TBI in clear, family-friendly language.
• Discuss techniques for helping families understand prognosis, treatment plans, and long-term outcomes.
• Describe resources and tools available to assist families in coping with the emotional and logistical challenges of TBI care.

Moderator: Jessie L. Levy

Presenters: CJ Knight, Joanne Hart-Wright and Renda Walker