Geriatric Therapy- Module 9: Special Populations and the Continuum of Care- Part 1

Course Description:

This course is derived from the textbook by Andrew A. Guccione, PT, PhD, DPT, FAPTA, Rita A. Wong, PT, EdD, and Dale Avers, PT, DPT, PhD.  Geriatric Physical Therapy offers a comprehensive presentation of geriatric physical therapy science and practice. Thoroughly revised and updated editors Andrew Guccione, Rita Wong, and Dale Avers and their contributors provide current information on aging-related changes in function, the impact of these changes on patient examination and evaluation, and intervention approaches that maximize optimal aging. Chapters emphasize evidence-based content that clinicians can use throughout the patient management process.

Module 9: Special Populations and the Continuum of Care- Part 1 covers chapters 24 through 26. 

• Chapter 24: Wellness for the Aging Adult
• Chapter 25: Home Health Physical Therapy
• Chapter 26: Patient Management in Postacute Inpatient Settings 

Methods of Instruction:

Online course available via internet

Target Audience:

Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants, Occupational Therapists, and Occupational Therapist Assistants

Educational Level:

Intermediate

Prerequisites:

None

Course Goals and Objectives:

At the completion of this course, participants should be able to:

1. Differentiate between psychological and social wellness in the older adult
2. Identify physical activity and exercise-focused wellness programs
3. Define Homebound
4. List the roles of therapy in home health
5. Recognize the issues surrounding reimbursement and documentation in home health
6. Identify proper goal setting for home health patients
7. Identify therapy interventions in the home
8. Differentiate between inpatient rehabilitation facilities, skilled nursing and long term care (LTC) facilities
9. Recognize interventions with patients in the LTC setting
10. Identify unique challenges in the LTC setting
11. Identify a proper restorative programs
12. Recognize future trends in postacute care

Criteria for Obtaining Continuing Education Credits:

A score of 70% or greater on the post-test