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 0.3 CEUs depending on how your Practice Act determines CEUs in your state) will be awarded to registrants upon completion of the Live Webinar.
PHYSICAL THERAPY: Great Seminars and Books is an Approved CE Provider for PTs and PTAs in OK, NY, IL, CA, TX, and NM and this course provides 3 contact hours of continuing education. This course is approved for PTs/PTAs for 3 contact hours in LA, OH, FL, MD, and NJ. This course meets the guidelines for approval in NC, TN, CT, ID, IO, KS, ME, MA, NH, NE, SC, SD. This course is accepted for CEUs in: AK, AL, AR, DE, GA, HA, IN, MI, MT, ND, OR, PA, RI, UT, VT, VA, WI, WY, WA. Please verify the individual licensing board’s rules regarding allowable hours for recorded/online education.
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.
This course is not approved by ASHA or Board of Certification.
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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.