Falls can be devastating for older adults, and fall-related morbidity and mortality are on the rise. This course covers the epidemiology of falls, fall risk factors, and consequences of falls among older adults, as well as discusses guidelines for fall risk screening, how to choose fall risk functional measures, and how to complete the patient assessment.
This course is Part 1 of a two-part course.
On Demand
Course Type: Video
CEUs/Hours Offered: AOTA/0.2 Intermediate, OT Service Delivery, Foundational Knowledge, 09968; CE Broker/2.0 CE Broker #20-1238840; IACET/0.2; NBCOT PDUs/2.5 Intermediate, Geriatrics
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Learning Outcomes
- After this course, participants will be able to identify at least two prominent trends in falls among older adults in the U.S. per the latest epidemiological data.
- After this course, participants will be able to differentiate between modifiable and non-modifiable fall risk factors, employing critical thinking to categorize them as either intrinsic or extrinsic, thereby informing personalized intervention strategies to mitigate fall risk and enhance patient safety in daily activities and differentiate among four major clinical practice guidelines for fall risk screening and list at least three components of each guideline.
- After this course, participants will be able to identify at least four elements of a comprehensive assessment that are appropriate to use when fall risk screening is positive, which will support performance in daily activities, and identify and apply at least three fall risk functional measures for specific cases.
Course created on August 13, 2024
Agenda
| 0-15 Minutes | Background, review of learning outcomes |
| 15-60 Minutes | Section 1: Understanding Falls—Definitions and Epidemiology |
| 60-90 Minutes | Section 2: Clinical Screening |
| 90-115 Minutes | Section 3: Completing the Clinical Assessment |
| 115-120 Minutes | Summary, Q&A |
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Sally Stillings
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Sarah R. (Sally) Stillings, MA, PT, MPT, CHT, is a PT and Certified Hand Therapist in Texas. She received her physical therapy degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Prior to becoming a therapist, Sally taught university-level writing courses and worked in medical publishing. In her extensive career as a PT, she has held a variety of clinical, teaching, administrative, and business roles, including general PT practitioner, upper extremity specialist, clinic manager, continuing education instructor, and CE course administrator. Her work now focuses on creating evidence-based CE materials for rehab professionals, with an emphasis on effective care for older adults. Sally is a lifelong runner who celebrates all those who cover the ground.
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American Occupational Therapy Association
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National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy
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