Paradigm Shift and Innovations in Stroke Rehabilitation (Physical Disabilities SIS Annual Program)
Presented by Leah S. Dunn, MS, OTR/L; Valerie Hill-Hermann, MS, OTR/L; Lisa Finnen, MS, OTR/L
Earn .3 AOTA CEUs (3 NBCOT PDUs/3 contact hours)
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Order # CWS402
AOTA Members: $79
Nonmembers: $112
Course Description
A growing body of evidence indicates that intense, task-oriented therapy programs incorporating various technologies are efficacious in promoting upper-extremity function post-stroke. This workshop presents an overview of the technologies for clients with stroke. Research evidence and pragmatic considerations will also be discussed.
Learning Objectives
After completing this session, you will be able to—
- Recognize the paradigm shift in stroke rehabilitation.
- Identify how to incorporate evidence-based functional outcomes measures in the occupational therapy management of the stroke population.
- Identify innovations to promote functional use in the neurologically impaired upper extremity and ways to incorporate them in an occupational therapy regimen.
Occupational Therapy Classification Code for Continuing Education
Category 1: Domain of Occupational Therapy, Client Factors
Category 2: Occupational Therapy Process, Evaluation and Intervention
Target Audience: Occupational Therapists and Occupational Therapy Assistants
Learning Level: Intermediate
CE Credit Exam and Certificate
You will be able to take the exam online immediately following the Webcast. Participants receive a continuing education certificate for .3 AOTA CEUs (.3 NBCOT PDUs/3 contact hours) after successful completion of the exam with a score of 80% or better.
To Retake Exam
If you are not successful in passing the Webcast exam, you may opt to retake it a second time for a processing fee of $12.00. To retake the exam, call 877-404-AOTA.
Additional Information
System Requirements
- Internet connection
- Windows Media® Player
- PowerPoint® on your computer to access the slides (if you do not have PowerPoint®, a link to obtain it without cost will be available)
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