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Acute Care CEU Courses for PTs

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Quicksand or Concrete? Capturing Outcomes in Acute Care
Presented by Sharon L. Gorman, PT, DPTSc, GCS
Recorded Webinar
Course: #4354Level: Intermediate2 Hours
Patients seen in acute care practice demonstrate a wide variety of movement abilities, which can make the selection and use of standardized outcome measures a challenge. Learn what recommendations exist to inform decision making while reviewing some of the most practical outcome measures for acute care practice. This course is directly related to the practice of physical therapy and is therefore appropriate for the PT/PTA.

Overcoming Compassion Fatigue in Our Work Environment
Presented by Neely Sullivan, MPT, CLT-LANA, CDP
Recorded WebinarText/Transcript
Course: #4314Level: Introductory2 Hours
This seminar will describe the stages, causes, symptoms, and consequences of compassion fatigue. It will also introduce strategies for assessing levels of stress and implementing strategies to prevent/minimize the development of compassion fatigue in your healthcare setting. This course is directly related to the practice of physical therapy and athletic training and is therefore appropriate for the PT/PTA and AT.

Guide to Bariatric Transfers and Manual Handling
Presented by Rina Pandya, PT, DPT, FHEA, PGLTHE
Recorded WebinarText/Transcript
Course: #4313Level: Intermediate3 Hours
This course addresses different manual handling techniques, considerations, and safety for patient transfers for the patients, clinicians, and caregivers. This aids in staff retention, reduces workplace injuries, and prolongs a clinician's career in their chosen field of healthcare. This course is directly related to the practice of physical therapy and is therefore appropriate for the PT/PTA.

PT Screening of the Integumentary System: Scalp, Hair, and Nails
Presented by Lydia Thurston, PT, DSc, ATC
Recorded Webinar
Course: #4251Level: Intermediate2 Hours
A 2-hour intermediate continuing education course for clinicians interested in strengthening their knowledge and skills in screening the scalp, hair, and nails as part of an integumentary systems review. Normal and abnormal anatomy and physiology are covered. The content is relevant to a primary care approach to physical therapy examination across the continuum of care including inpatient, outpatient, and wellness-based physical therapist practices. This course is directly related to the practice of physical therapy and is therefore appropriate for the PT/PTA.

Acute Dizziness and Vertigo: Assessment and Treatment
Presented by Dana Thomas, MS, PT
Recorded Webinar
Course: #4172Level: Advanced2 Hours
Vestibular physical therapists are in a unique position to leverage their knowledge and skills to optimize diagnosis and treatment for patients presenting with dizziness/vertigo. The ED and Acute Care setting presents the opportunity for assessment and treatment of acute presentations of dizziness/vertigo, which the speaker utilizes to impart knowledge and skills for working with people who have vestibular system pathology. This course is directly related to the practice of physical therapy and is therefore appropriate for the PT/PTA.

Clinical Application of Outcome Measures for Patients With Stroke: Making Outcomes Part of Your Clinical Practice
Presented by Christina Voigtmann, PT, DPT, NCS
Recorded Webinar
Course: #4083Level: Introductory2 Hours
This course will review the most applicable outcome measures for stroke clients and how to administer them. Furthermore, we will discuss ways to set your clinic up for success and review current literature to discover prognostic values and indicators using these outcome measures.This course is directly related to the practice of physical therapy and is therefore appropriate for the PT/PTA.

Treatment Strategies for Clients With Complete Spinal Cord injury
Presented by Kristen Cezat, PT, DPT, NCS, ATP/SMS
Recorded Webinar
Course: #4073Level: Intermediate2 Hours
This course will review and include treatment strategies for clients with motor complete tetraplegia and paraplegia including a breakdown of mobility skills, balance, strength training. This course will include a review of current evidence and specific interventions for acute and subacute that can be carried over to clinical practice. This course is directly related to the practice of physical therapy and is therefore appropriate for the PT/PTA.

Rehab Professionals Guide to Diaphragm Rehabilitation After Mechanical Ventilation
Presented by Rina Pandya, PT, DPT, FHEA, PGLTHE
Recorded Webinar
Course: #3957Level: Intermediate3 Hours
The clinical relevance of strength and function of the diaphragm as a core stabilizer and its role as a thoracoabdominal pump is covered in this course. This course walks through the positive effects of diaphragmatic breathing which is integral for both mental and physical recovery of a patient after mechanical ventilation. This course is directly related to the practice of physical therapy and is therefore appropriate for the PT/PTA.

Trauma Informed Care Principles for Rehabilitation Professionals
Presented by Jennifer Stone, PT, DPT, OCS, PHC, TPS, HLC
Recorded Webinar
Course: #3975Level: Intermediate2 Hours
Acute and chronic trauma is very prevalent in the United States, and have been tied strongly to adverse health behaviors and outcomes. This course provides the rehabilitation professional with an overview of the physiology of trauma, as well as practical tools to work with patients who are experiencing trauma. This course is directly related to the practice of physical therapy and is therefore appropriate for the PT/PTA.

Diabetes in Adults: Current Guidelines and Evidence
Presented by Sally Stillings, MA, PT, MPT, CHT
Recorded WebinarText/Transcript
Course: #3958Level: Intermediate2 Hours
This course gives us an overview of diabetes in adults, discusses current perspectives and guidelines, and addresses its significance in PT practice. It also looks at some of the current literature that addresses the evidence for risk factors and interventions and to see how they may apply to our practices. This course is directly related to the practice of physical therapy and is therefore appropriate for the PT/PTA.