HR022 - LGBTQ in Health Care
LGBTQ individuals have faced many challenges that have kept them in the closet or forced them back into the closet because of discrimination and bullying from friends and family, health care workers, and the general public. This self-study will help health care staff understand LGBTQ terminology and ways to provide compassionate, LGBTQ-informed care.
LGBTQ individuals have faced many challenges that have kept them in the closet or forced them back into the closet because of discrimination and bullying from friends and family, health care workers, and the general public. This self-study will help health care staff understand LGBTQ terminology and ways to provide compassionate, LGBTQ-informed care.
Objectives
Upon completion of this course, learners will be able to:
1. Define LGBTQ terminology.
2. Explain the historical effects for LGBTQ patients.
3. Discuss how to create a welcoming environment for LGBTQ individuals.
Continuing Education: 1.0 Scientific (S) PCE by the American Board for Certification in Orthotics and Prosthetics (ABC) will be granted to those certified in the disciplines of: Orthotist, Prosthetist, Pedorthist, Assistant, Technician, Mastectomy Fitter, Orthotic Fitter, and Therapeutic Shoe Fitter; 1.0 Category 2 CPE credits by the Board for Orthotist/Prosthetist Certification (BOC); VGM Education is authorized by IACET to offer 0.1 CEUs for this program.
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