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Carol Myers, OTR

Multidimensional Functional Assessment of the Older Adult, 2nd Edition

Multidimensional Functional Assessment of the Older Adult, 2nd Edition

5 Hours Instructional Level: Beginner
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Adults age 65 and older represent the fastest growing population both in the United States and in the world (Administration on Aging [AoA], 2020). Technological advances allow people to live longer but have yet to solve many of the challenges to health and independence brought on by age-related changes and chronic conditions. Older adults represent a challenging and unique population due to the broad variability and range in age (65 to 100+), abilities (independent to dependent), and overall health (well to near death). Occupational therapy practitioners and other rehabilitation providers play a pivotal role in maximizing function, participation, and well-being for older adults. To be effective in this role, however, rehabilitation professionals must have a strong understanding of the complex interplay between typical age-related changes, the additional impact of chronic conditions, and the context/environment.

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Adults age 65 and older represent the fastest growing population both in the United States and in the world (Administration on Aging [AoA], 2020). Technological advances allow people to live longer but have yet to solve many of the challenges to health and independence brought on by age-related changes and chronic conditions. Older adults represent a challenging and unique population due to the broad variability and range in age (65 to 100+), abilities (independent to...

Goals & Objectives:

Course Goals:

The purpose of this basic-level course is to enable occupational therapy practitioners and other rehabilitation professionals to understand and assess functional performance in older adults using a multidimensional approach. This is an introductory course for practitioners who are new to this population or who desire a refresher on the most current evidence related to functional assessment of older adults. Client factors (including physical, cognitive, and psychosocial) and their impact on performance skills will be reviewed. Using a “top-down” approach that looks broadly at the activities in which older adults engage, this course describes the most current evidence on health changes in aging from the perspective of their impact on performance in various areas of occupation, such as activities of daily living (ADLs), instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs), health management, work/leisure, and social participation. In addition, participants will learn how contextual factors and the environment influence occupational performance. Information in this course will allow occupational therapy practitioners who work with older adults to maximize their efficiency and success in service delivery through a more evidence-based, functional approach to care. 

Learning Outcomes:

Upon the completion of this course, the learner will be able to: 

  • Describe current demographics and current definitions of health, well-being, disability, and preclinical disability for older adults. 
  • Define typical occupations of older adults. 
  • Compare the benefits of various approaches to assessment in evaluating functional performance in older adults. 
  • Recognize how age-related changes in client factors can influence functional performance in older adults. 
  • Differentiate between contextual and environmental factors that have a potential impact on functional performance in older adults. 
  • List additional factors that may impact the assessment of functional performance in older adults, including chronic health conditions, reimbursement, and client readiness for change. 

Goals & Objectives:

Course Goals:

The purpose of this basic-level course is to enable occupational therapy practitioners and other rehabilitation professionals to understand and assess functional performance in older adults using a multidimensional approach. This is an introductory course for practitioners who are new to this population or who desire a refresher on the most current evidence related to functional assessment of older adults. Client factors (including physical, cognitive, and psychosocial) and their impact on performance skills will be reviewed. Using a “top-down” approach that looks broadly at the activities in which older adults engage, this course describes the most current evidence on health changes in aging from the perspective of their impact on performance in various areas of occupation, such as activities of daily living (ADLs), instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs), health management, work/leisure, and social participation. In addition, participants will learn how contextual factors and the environment influence occupational performance. Information in this course will allow occupational therapy practitioners who work with older adults to maximize their efficiency and success in service delivery through a more evidence-based, functional approach to care. 

Learning Outcomes:

Upon the completion of this course, the learner will be able to: 

  • Describe current demographics and current definitions of health, well-being, disability, and preclinical disability for older adults. 
  • Define typical occupations of older adults. 
  • Compare the benefits of various approaches to assessment in evaluating functional performance in older adults. 
  • Recognize how age-related changes in client factors can influence functional performance in older adults. 
  • Differentiate between contextual and environmental factors that have a potential impact on functional performance in older adults. 
  • List additional factors that may impact the assessment of functional performance in older adults, including chronic health conditions, reimbursement, and client readiness for change. 

Disclosures:

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Contact Hours: 5 contact hours in length (check your state’s approval status in the state specific course catalog for your profession).

Target Audience:  Occupational Therapist, Occupational Therapist Assistant

Instructional Level: Beginner.

Criteria for Completion: A score of 75% or more is considered passing. Scores of less than 75% indicate a failure to understand the material and the test will need to be taken again until a passing score has been achieved.

If you require special accommodations, please contact Colibri Healthcare Support by visiting our Contact Us page (https://www.homeceuconnection.com/contact-us/) or by using the chat functionality. 

Personnel Disclosure:

Financial – Carol Myers is 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: 5 contact hours in length (check your state’s approval status in the state specific course catalog for your profession).

Target Audience:  Occupational Therapist, Occupational Therapist Assistant

Instructional Level: Beginner.

Criteria for Completion: A score of 75% or more is considered passing. Scores of less than 75% indicate a failure to understand the material and the test will need to be taken again until a passing score has been achieved.

If you require special accommodations, please contact Colibri Healthcare Support by visiting our Contact Us page (https://www.homeceuconnection.com/contact-us/) or by using the chat functionality. 

Personnel Disclosure:

Financial – Carol Myers is 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.