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Factitious Disorder Imposed on Another (FDIA)

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Course Overview

Factitious Disorder Imposed on Another (FDIA)

Author: Abbie Schmitt, MSN, RN 

This course is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of how healthcare providers can recognize the signs of FDIA and respond appropriately if they have any suspicions that their patient, or patient’s caretaker is experiencing signs of the disorder. The course will have a progressive case study to help learners understand complex themes and elicit critical thinking. 

Course Outline

  1. Introduction 
  2. Definition 
  3. Statistical Evidence 
  4. Demographics 
  5. Etiology 
  6. Signs and Symptoms 
  7. Warning Signs 
  8. Pediatric Considerations 
  9. Treatment 
  10. Resources 
  11. Conclusion 

Accreditation Statement

Nursing CE Central LLC is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

In this course, we will discuss Factitious Disorder Imposed on Another (FDIA). It will take the average learner 60 minutes to complete and awards contact hours of continuing education.

Course Outcomes

After completing this course, the learner will rate a 4 out of 5 on the Likert Scale for their ability to:

  1. Explain the defining components of Factitious Disorder Imposed on Another. 
  2. Discuss etiology and behavioral signs and symptoms of both the abuser and victim of Factitious Disorder Imposed on Another. 
  3. List treatment plans and resources available to clinicians to apply in cases of Factitious Disorder Imposed on Another. 

Target Audience

  • Registered Nurses (RN)
  • Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRN)
  • Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN/LVN)

Requirement for Completion

  1. Enrollment in the course by the learner
  2. Read and learn all course materials
  3. Complete the course evaluation
  4. Attest and testify learning of the course materials

Accreditations + Approvals

  • American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) (P0614)
  • California Board of Registered Nursing (CEP 17418)
  • Kentucky Board of Nursing (7-0090)
  • Louisiana State Board of Nursing (58)
  • New York State Department of Education (IC 208)
  • New York State Department of Education Child Abuse #80996
  • Florida Board of Nursing (50-23983)

Disclosure of Relevant Financial Relationships

Nursing CE Central nor any of the authors, planners, content experts, or any contributors have any relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.

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Course created on: July 25, 2024

Course Expires on: July 25, 2027

Course Offering: #223