Pediatric Traumatic Brain Injuries

Aaron Jensen, MD & Bethany Johnson-Kerner, MD explain that cultural beliefs may influence perceptions of brain injuries, treatment decisions, and adherence to rehabilitation plans. Ask open-ended questions to understand family preferences, such as their views on traditional healing practices or concerns about disability stigma.

Learning Objectives:

• Identify key signs and symptoms of pediatric TBI and confidently diagnose concussion based on clinical evaluation.

• Implement evidence-based acute management strategies for concussion, including return-to-learn (RTL) and return-to-play (RTP) protocols

• Evaluate the appropriate use and limitations of imaging and neuropsychological testing in pediatric TBI diagnosis and management.

• Navigate local referral pathways and resources to ensure comprehensive support for pediatric TBI patients and families.
• Recognize indications to obtain cross-sectional imaging after head trauma.

Target audience:

Primary Care (Pediatricians and Family Practice)

Disclosures:

No one involved in the planning or presentation of this activity has any relevant financial relationships with a commercial interest to disclose.

Accreditation Statement

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland is accredited by the California Medical Association (CMA) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland takes responsibility for the content, quality and scientific integrity of this CME activity.

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland designates this educational activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. This credit may also be applied to the CMA Certification of Continuing Medical Education.