Purchase of this course will provide access to the recorded webinar version of the course below.
Course Code: CA0721h-5
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 Materials/Equipment: None
Course Description: Ambulatory aids, manual wheelchairs, scooters (POVs), and power wheelchairs are designed to augment function when functional mobility is compromised or lost. For many geriatric end-users there is not only medical diagnosis and presentation, but also aging with a disability, additional comorbidities, on top of general deconditioning related to age that all play significant roles in the relationship to the end-user and their mobility equipment. This course will focus on the goals, focus, and recommendations for this population.
Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of the course the participant will be able to:
- List 3 potential adjustments to a K0005 ultralight manual wheelchair that increases biomechanics for the end-user.
- Differentiate 3 benefits of power seat functions for medical and positioning management unique to the individual.
- Describe 3 different mobility solutions based on the end-users presentation and abilities.
Pre-requisites: None
Agenda:
Hour 1
- Evidence based on co-mobidities in regards to participation in daily activites.
- Manual wheelchair considerations and impacts on end-user’s participation and activity.
- Power wheelchair considerations and impacts on the end-user’s participation and activity.
- Closing and wrap up.
Course Level: Beginner / Review
Instructional Methods: Lecture
AOTA Classification Code: OT Service Delivery, Foundational Knowledge
ADA: If you require ADA accommodations, please contact the Education Department (Education@PrideMobility.com).