Course Code: REL-RTS-0-22POD23
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2025
Learning Objectives:
Determine the difference between THC and CBD.
Differentiate between medical marijuana, adult use, and recreational use and the modes of administration.
Determine the clinician’s role in educating patients about cannabis use.
Outline:
Introduction
Key Takeaways From Today’s Discussion (3:51)
Definitions: Cannabis, Marijuana, and Hemp (5:29)
The Difference Between Delta-9 THC and CBD (9:35)
Medical Marijuana, Adult Use, and Recreational Use (16:10)
The Importance of Knowing How Your Patient Uses Cannabis (19:02)
Medical Marijuana Cards and Dispensaries Explained (22:24)
Who Is Eligible for a Medical Marijuana Card? (29:01)
Best Practices for Clinicians: Recommending vs. Educating (33:29)
Pain Management: A Case Example (37:54)
Modes of Ingesting Cannabis and Determining Which to Use (41:46)
CBD and Healing Benefits (48:22)
Concerns About Use and Misuse (51:25)
How to Start a Conversation: A Case Example (54:19)
Documentation Recommendations (59:09)
Conclusion (1:01:33)
Subject Matter Expert: Ellen Anderson, PT, PhD, GCS
Dr. Ellen Zambo Anderson has a Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy from West Virginia University, a Master’s in Motor Learning and Control from Columbia University, and a PhD in Health Sciences from Rutgers University. She is a licensed PT and a Professor Emerita from Rutgers School of Health Professions. Her scholarly work has been in the areas of mental health, physical activity, and the role complementary approaches can play in helping patients and clients manage their health and well-being.
Subject Matter Expert: Lori Zucker, PT, DPT, MA
Dr. Lori Zucker has a Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy from Washington University in St. Louis, a Master’s in Pathokinesiology from New York University, and a Clinical Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Rutgers University. The New Jersey Physical Therapy Association awarded Lori the James Tucker Clinical Teaching award in 2008. She has been an invited speaker for APTANJ’s spring conference and has twice presented at national physical therapy conferences. Lori is certified in medicinal marijuana for healthcare providers and regularly discusses medical marijuana with her clients.
Writer: Tiffany Shubert, PT, PhD
Dr. Shubert has a Master’s in Physical Therapy from UC San Francisco/San Francisco State University and a PhD in Human Movement Science from UNC Chapel Hill. She is a licensed physical therapist with over 20 years of clinical experience. She has taught in pre and post-professional DPT programs and is a funded researcher with 35 peer-reviewed publications. The majority of her research has focused on evidence-based fall risk management and the dissemination and implementation of the Otago Exercise Program.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Introductory level Speech and Language Pathologists; Occupational Therapists; Physical Therapists; in the following settings: Rehabilitation Settings.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.