One experience links all humans regardless of the variety of factors that may differentiate us, death. Learn about open-ended communication techniques, including specific questions, to help open dialog with patients and their families, and gain a clear understanding of what rehabilitation can offer those at the end of their life. (Trigger warning: discussions of death, dying, sickness, and old age will occur during this session)
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Course Type: Video, Audio, Text
CEUs/Hours Offered: AOTA/0.1 Intermediate, OT Service Delivery, Foundational Knowledge; CE Broker/1.0 Home Study, 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 #20-666020; IACET/0.1; NBCOT PDUs/1.25 Intermediate, Geriatrics
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Learning Outcomes
- After this course, participants will be able to apply interventions to the concept of "rehabilitation in reverse" as it relates toend of life patient care.
- After this course, participants will be able to describe how using The Five Questions can open discussions with patients and their caregivers about concerns and values surrounding end of life care.
- After this course, participants will be able to explore your perspectives on end of life care as the related to the death of a patient.
Course created on July 10, 2018
Agenda
| 0-5 Minutes | Introduction |
| 5-15 Minutes | Background data on death in US |
| 15-35 Minutes | Communication tools (POLST, DNR, Advanced Directives, 5 Questions) |
| 35-55 Minutes | Rehabilitation Role and Resources |
| 55-60 Minutes | Summary and Q & A |
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Sharon L. Gorman
PT, DPTSc, GCS
Sharon Gorman, PT, DPTSc, is Professor of Physical Therapy at Samuel Merritt University in Oakland, CA. She teaches Doctor of Physical Therapy students in the areas of acute care, neurologic rehabilitation, and management of complex patients. Dr. Gorman received her Doctor of Science degree in Physical Therapy at University of California/San Francisco State University, a Master of Science in Health Science at San Francisco State University, and a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from Mt. St. Mary's University, Los Angeles. Dr. Gorman is board certified by the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties as a Geriatric Clinical Specialist and also holds advanced certification and training in assessment and treatment of vestibular disorders and in neurodevelopmental treatment approaches for adults with hemiplegia. She is a Distinguished Practitioner and Fellow of the National Academies of Practice, whose mission is "advancing interprofessional healthcare by fostering collaboration and advocating policies in the best interest of individuals and communities." Dr. Gorman is Chief Financial Officer of Hands for Global Health, a non-governmental charitable organization committed to empowering health professions students to take leadership roles in global health and also serves as the President of the Academy of Acute Care Physical Therapy.
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