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Course Descriptions - May 15, 2024

 

3:00 PM:  Balancing Function and Independence: Clinical Considerations for Power Positioning and Memory Seating (2hr)

Course Code:  CA0922g-1

0.2 AOTA CEUs/2 Contact Hours

Target Audience:  Licensed/Certified Medical Professional (i.e. PT, OT), Rehab Professional (ATP, SMS, CRTS), Reimbursement & Billing Specialists

Course Description:   Power wheelchairs are designed to augment function when functional mobility is compromised or lost. For end users with complex needs, the power wheelchair can also augment repositioning and pressure relief. This course will dive into the various options for power positioning, clinical benefits, various access methods, and the research supporting the need for power positioning technology.

Learning Objectives:  

At the conclusion of the course the participant will be able to:

  1. Explain 4 clinical considerations for the recommendation of tilt, recline and power elevating legrests.
  2. Discuss 3 different options for providing the end user access to the power positioning functions through the wheelchair controls.
  3. Distinguish the end users need for power adjustable seat height and anterior tilt as it pertains to the completion of MRADLs
  4. Describe 2 clinical benefits that memory seating can provide for the end user.

Pre-requisites:  A basic knowledge of power mobility devices is recommended but not necessary.

Agenda:

Hour 1

  • Introduction/Agenda
  • Trial of power seating functions
  • Discussion of audience perceptions of power seat functions
  • Clinical benefits of tilt, recline, elevating legrest, and combination systems.
  • Documenting medical necessity for power seat functions

Hour 2

  • Control and operation of power seating functions through the drive input device
  • Clinical considerations for power adjustable seat height, anterior tilt and memory seating
  • Wrap Up and Discussion

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# 5516. This live course is offered at 0.2 CEUs (Beginner, OT Service Delivery).  The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA.

                                                                                                       

5:00 PM Clinical Considerations for Mobility and Seating Selection for the Geriatric and Chronic Deconditioning Population Part 1 (1hr)

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:

  1. List 3 potential adjustments to a K0005 ultralight manual wheelchair that increases biomechanics for the end-user.
  2. Differentiate 3 benefits of power seat functions for medical and positioning management unique to the individual.
  3. 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

Quantum Rehab/Pride Mobility Products Corporation is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. Course approval ID# 2876. 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).