Pelvic Muscle Dysfunction And Continence Improvement: A Primer For Occupational Therapy
Course: #5938Level: Introductory 2 Hours 3910 Reviews
This seminar provides an overview of anatomy and physiology of normal voiding and muscle function related to continence. Different types of incontinence are identified, and assessment/treatment strategies are offered for each. The role of OT in continence improvement is explored.
On Demand
Course Type: Video, Text
CEUs/Hours Offered: AOTA/0.2 Introductory, OT Service Delivery, Foundational Knowledge, 06759; CE Broker/2.0 General (FL), Patient Related (AL), General Continuing Education (GA), Direct Client/patient Services In Occupational Therapy (SC), Related To OT (AZ), Related To OT (LA), Directly Related To OT (MS), Directly Related To OT (TN), CE Broker #20-1048980; IACET/0.2; NBCOT PDUs/2.5 Beginner, Rehabilitation
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Learning Outcomes
- After this course, participants will be able to identify urinary incontinence (UI) treatment guidelines, the direct impact of UI on occupations of the elderly population, and describe normal bladder and pelvic muscle function.
- After this course, participants will be able to recognize the pathophysiology of transient (acute) and established (chronic) urinary incontinence.
- After this course, participants will be able to list occupation-based assessment and management strategies for various types of incontinence, including effective behavioral treatment strategies and state how to set up and facilitate a Multi-disciplinary Team Continence Improvement Program.
Course created on May 11, 2023
Agenda
| 0-5 Minutes | Introduction |
| 5-25 Minutes | Urinary incontinence and types |
| 25-35 Minutes | Anatomy and physiology of voiding |
| 35-45 Minutes | Muscle contractions |
| 45-50 Minutes | Impact of Posture on UI |
| 50-60 Minutes | Definitions; Average bladder function |
| 60-65 Minutes | The interdisciplinary team |
| 65-75 Minutes | Assessment and types of UI |
| 75-105 Minutes | Treatment stategies: Accessory exercises, behavioral training, Kegel exercises |
| 105-110 Minutes | Bladder control training tips |
| 110-115 Minutes | Electrical stimulation |
| 115-120 Minutes | Summary, Q & A |
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3910 ReviewsPresented By
Kathleen Weissberg
OTD, OTR/L, CMDCP, CDP, CFPS
Dr. Kathleen Weissberg, in her 30 years of practice, has worked in rehabilitation and long-term care as an executive, researcher and educator. She has established numerous programs in nursing facilities; authored peer-reviewed publications on topics such as low vision, dementia quality care, and wellness; has spoken at numerous conferences both nationally and internationally, for 20+ State Health Care Associations, and for 25+ state LeadingAge affiliates. She provides continuing education support to over 40,000 therapists, nurses, and administrators nationwide as National Director of Education for Select Rehabilitation. She is a Certified Dementia Care Practitioner, Certified Montessori Dementia Care Practitioner and a Certified Fall Prevention Specialist. She serves as the Region 1 Director for the American Occupational Therapy Association Political Action Committee and is an adjunct professor at Gannon University in Erie, PA.
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American Occupational Therapy Association
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