As of 2023, more than 650 million people throughout the world have had COVID-19. While most people recover in a matter of days to a few weeks, some people develop post-acute sequelae of SARS CoV-2 infection (PASC), commonly referred to as Long COVID which is when symptoms persist past the typical time for them to resolve. Common symptoms include dyspnea, exercise intolerance, fatigue, and cognitive and mental health changes. The risk of PASC increases with age and is exacerbated by the presence of comorbidities. In some older adults, PASC appears to cause existing chronic conditions worse with a negative impact on their function, activities and participation, and quality of life. Rehabilitation is a key component of the management of PASC in aging adults. Thorough initial assessment and ongoing monitoring of the patient with PASC is crucial to develop and deliver appropriate interventions that will promote functional improvement while minimizing symptom exacerbation. This course will review current research on PASC with an emphasis on its effects on the older population. Screening and assessment tools for common PASC related conditions will be discussed. Rehabilitation strategies and interventions for older adults with PASC will be presented.
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PASC in older adults: definitions, demographics, and symptoms –1 hour
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Screening and assessment of conditions common to PASC in older adults – 1 hour
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Rehabilitation strategies and interventions for older adults with PASC including precautions and adaptations to promote functional improvement and minimize symptom exacerbation – 1 hour
Upon completion of this course participants will be able to:
- Define terms related to the post-COVID-19 condition.
- Discuss post-COVID-19 demographics with emphasis on older adults.
- Identify the long-term effects of COVID-19 on body systems.
- Identify and interpret screening and assessment tools for conditions commonly seen in older adults with PASC.
- Discuss rehab strategies and interventions for older adults with PASC.
- Identify precautions and adaptations to promote functional improvement while minimizing PASC symptom exacerbation.
WEBINAR
A webinar is live, interactive video course delivered over the Internet to your computer. You will be able to see, hear and interact with the course presenter. This live, webinar will utilize live instruction, demonstrative videos, power point slides and more. You will have an opportunity to ask questions during the seminar. A comprehensive handout will be made available to you after you register for the webinar. In many courses, demonstrative video will be used to further enhance your learning experience. All written content used in the presentation will also be made available to you for your personal use (Power Point Slides, Reference Materials etc.).
Financial Disclosure: Susan Musicant, PT, DPT, GCS, is a lecturer for GREAT Seminars. She receives payment from GREAT Seminars for the presentation of this course.
Nonfinancial Disclosure: No relevant nonfinancial relationship exists.
Content Disclosure: This course does not focus solely on any specific product or service.
Platform for Webinar: We will use a ZOOM platform for conducting this webinar.
EDUCATIONAL CREDIT: A certificate of attendance for 3 contact hours of educational activity (3 CEUs or 3.0 CEUs depending on how your Practice Act determines CEUs in your state) will be awarded to registrants upon completion of the Recorded Webinar.
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY: Great Seminars and Books is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. Course Approval # 8912. This distance learning interactive and distance learning independent course is offered at 0.3 CEUs (3 contact hours), intermediate educational level, for categories of OT Service Delivery. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA. Effective 4/27/24 to 4/27/29. This course is approved by the Florida Board of Occupational Therapy.
PHYSICAL THERAPY:
This course is approved for PTs and PTAs in California for 3 contact hours by GREAT Seminars and Books, a Continuing Competency Approval Agency of the Physical Therapy Board of California. #GSB000101.
Great Seminars is a licensed Physical Therapy CE Sponsor with the State of Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulations, Division of Professional Regulation. License # 216000032. Exp. 9/30/26.
This course has been approved by the Maryland State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners for 3 Continuing Education Hours. Approval # 2024-58. Expires 3/5/28.
Great Seminars is an approved provider of continuing education with the New Mexico Board of Physical Therapy. Exp. 12/31/26.
Great Seminars and Books is approved as a sponsor of continuing education for PTs and PTAs through the New York State Education Department, Office of the Professions. Exp. 8/31/27.
This course is approved by the Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision – Physical Therapy Board for 3 contact hours.
This activity is provided by the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners Accredited Provider 2805011TX & meets continuing competence requirements for physical therapist and physical therapist assistant licensure renewal in Texas. Exp. 5/31/28.
Our courses also meet the guidelines for approval in Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Connecticut, Washington DC, Delaware, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Michigan, Missouri, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, Wyoming.
Please verify the individual licensing board’s rules regarding allowable hours for recorded/online education.
This course is not approved by ASHA or Board of Certification. Any reference to or mention of state rules or regulations concerning continuing education requirements are true and accurate to the best of our knowledge at the time of print. If you have questions, please contact your board or regulating body.
If you do not see your state listed here, please email us at greatseminars@aol.com or give us a call at 877 794 7328.
3 Contact Hours - $99.00
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Educational Level:Intermediate
Course Format: Online video course
Target Audience: Physical Therapist, Physical Therapist Assistant, Occupational Therapist, Occupational Therapist Assistant.
March 16, 2024 – 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. EST – $99.00
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A post-test will be given at the end of the Webinar. A post-test score of 70% or more is considered passing. 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. You will receive a certificate of completion for 3 contact hours.