Purchase of this course will provide access to the recorded webinar version of the course below.
0.1 AOTA CEUs/1 Contact Hours
Target Audience: Licensed/Certified Medical Professional (i.e. PT, OT), Rehab Professional (ATP, SMS, CRTS), Reimbursement & Billing Specialists
Course Description: Individuals with chronic medical conditions and long-term disabilities who have a permanent need for a wheelchair require a comprehensive, detailed evaluation of their physical, functional and environmental needs to allow clinicians and ATP suppliers to make appropriate Assistive Technology recommendations for a successful outcome.
This course will examine the algorithmic approach when deciding on power mobility base selection while also discussing key performance parameters and capabilities of power options that lead to equipment recommendations specific to group categories and clinical implications. This framework will provide clinicians with the tools necessary to effectively evaluate and document the medical need for Power mobility intervention and assist the supplier ATP in matching an individual's identified needs to the technology interventions.
Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of the course the participant will be able to:
1. Differentiate 3 key features of a group 3 power wheelchair that can improve function and safety for mobility related activity of daily living performance.
2. Distinguish the 2 key clinical considerations for a group 2 and group 3 power wheelchairs and how these differences impact the end user.
3. List 2 key findings of outcomes when clinicians and assistive technology professionals collaborate to provide client centered recommendations on mobility assistive equipment.
Pre-requisites: None
Agenda:
Hour 1
o Introduction
o Evaluation Considerations for Power Mobility Base Selection
o Review the key performance and clinical differences of basic vs. complex power mobility devices and clinical indicators for each.
Course Level: Beginner / Review
Instructional Methods: Lecture, Discussion, Demonstration
AOTA Classification Code: OT Service Delivery, Foundational Knowledge
Quantum Rehab/Pride Mobility Products Corporation is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. Course approval ID# 7278. This live course is offered at 0.1 CEUs (Beginner, OT Service Delivery). The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA.
ADA: If you require ADA accommodations, please contact the Education Department (Education@PrideMobility.com).
Disclosure Statement: This course is for educational purposes and is based on outside peer-reviewed research. No specific product will be promoted or sold.