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Veronica Southard

Functional Assessment of the Older Adult, 2nd Edition

Functional Assessment of the Older Adult, 2nd Edition

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Description:

This intermediate-level course reviews key age-related changes and common health issues that challenge functional performance and participation among older adults. Evidence-based guidelines and tools to assess the multidimensional health needs of older adults using the ICF model are presented, with special considerations for gerontologic and culturally sensitive practice.

This course will enable physical therapy practitioners to understand and assess functional performance in older adults using a multidimensional approach. Client factors (including physical, cognitive, and psychosocial factors) and their impact on performance skills will be reviewed. The ICF model will serve as the basis for assessment and determination of functional limitations and contextual factors. Various measurement tools are provided as possible resources for clinicians.

Full Course Description
This intermediate-level course reviews key age-related changes and common health issues that challenge functional performance and participation among older adults. Evidence-based guidelines and tools to assess the multidimensional health needs of older adults using the ICF model are presented, with special considerations for gerontologic and culturally sensitive practice.This course will enable physical therapy practitioners to understand and assess functional performance in older adults using a multidimensional approach. Client factors (including physical, cognitive, and psychosocial factors)...

Goals & Objectives:

Course Goals:

Adults age 65 and older represent the fastest growing population both in the United States and in the world. Physical therapy practitioners and other rehabilitation providers play a pivotal role in maximizing function, participation, and well-being for older adults. This intermediate-level course will enable physical therapy practitioners to understand and assess functional performance in older adults using a multidimensional approach. Client factors (including physical, cognitive, and psychosocial factors) and their impact on performance skills will be reviewed. 

Professional Objectives:

  1. Identify current demographics and health trends among adults age 65 and older.
  2. Define health and function of older adults using the WHO International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) model and Schwartz’s “slippery slope” continuum.
  3. Based on the ICF model, describe age-related changes in body structure and function, activity, and participation, along with appropriate assessment tools.
  4. Based on the ICF model, describe age-related changes in personal and environmental factors, along with appropriate assessment tools.
  5. Identify additional factors that may affect the functional assessment of older adults.

 

Goals & Objectives:

Course Goals:

Adults age 65 and older represent the fastest growing population both in the United States and in the world. Physical therapy practitioners and other rehabilitation providers play a pivotal role in maximizing function, participation, and well-being for older adults. This intermediate-level course will enable physical therapy practitioners to understand and assess functional performance in older adults using a multidimensional approach. Client factors (including physical, cognitive, and psychosocial factors) and their impact on performance skills will be reviewed. 

Professional Objectives:

  1. Identify current demographics and health trends among adults age 65 and older.
  2. Define health and function of older adults using the WHO International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) model and Schwartz’s “slippery slope” continuum.
  3. Based on the ICF model, describe age-related changes in body structure and function, activity, and participation, along with appropriate assessment tools.
  4. Based on the ICF model, describe age-related changes in personal and environmental factors, along with appropriate assessment tools.
  5. Identify additional factors that may affect the functional assessment of older adults.

 

Disclosures:

TEXT COURSE

Text courses are viewed on your web browser if the online version is purchased, or sent via mail if the physical copy is purchased.

Contact Hours: 4 contact hours in length (check your state’s approval status in the state specific course catalog for your profession).

Target Audience: Physical Therapist, Physical Therapist Assistant

Instructional Level: Intermediate

Criteria for Completion: Depending on your state requirements you will be asked to complete either: An affirmation that you have completed the educational activity  or a mandatory test (a passing score of 70 percent is required). Test questions link content to learning objectives as a method to enhance individualized learning and material retention. Scores of less than 70% indicate a failure to understand the material and the test will need to be taken again until a passing score has been achieved.

Personnel Disclosure:

Financial – Veronica Southard is self employed and receives a salary. She receives payment from Colibri Healthcare, LLC for the presentation of this course.

Nonfinancial - no relevant nonfinancial relationship exists.

No relevant conflicts of interest exist for any member of the activity planning committee.

Content Disclosure: This course does not focus solely on any specific product or service

Cancellation Policy: For activity cancellation, returns, or complaint resolution, please contact us by email help@homeceu.com or by phone at 1.800.55.4CEUS (2387). We have a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Refunds will be issued for courses that have not been completed (exam not taken), or for any course that has been rejected by your board of approval. Webinar attendance must be canceled 24 hours before the scheduled start time.

Disclosures:

TEXT COURSE

Text courses are viewed on your web browser if the online version is purchased, or sent via mail if the physical copy is purchased.

Contact Hours: 4 contact hours in length (check your state’s approval status in the state specific course catalog for your profession).

Target Audience: Physical Therapist, Physical Therapist Assistant

Instructional Level: Intermediate

Criteria for Completion: Depending on your state requirements you will be asked to complete either: An affirmation that you have completed the educational activity  or a mandatory test (a passing score of 70 percent is required). Test questions link content to learning objectives as a method to enhance individualized learning and material retention. Scores of less than 70% indicate a failure to understand the material and the test will need to be taken again until a passing score has been achieved.

Personnel Disclosure:

Financial – Veronica Southard is self employed and receives a salary. She receives payment from Colibri Healthcare, LLC for the presentation of this course.

Nonfinancial - no relevant nonfinancial relationship exists.

No relevant conflicts of interest exist for any member of the activity planning committee.

Content Disclosure: This course does not focus solely on any specific product or service

Cancellation Policy: For activity cancellation, returns, or complaint resolution, please contact us by email help@homeceu.com or by phone at 1.800.55.4CEUS (2387). We have a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Refunds will be issued for courses that have not been completed (exam not taken), or for any course that has been rejected by your board of approval. Webinar attendance must be canceled 24 hours before the scheduled start time.