The Elderly Adult: Impact of Aging on the Body, 2nd Edition
Tracking # 20-1281072
Course overview
All systems in the body including the respiratory system, sensory system, gastrointestinal system, endocrine system, and muscular system affect the swallow. Aging impacts each system, creating more challenges for the elderly with mastication, swallow, digestion, and nutrition/hydration. These changes may require implementation of modifications and compensatory strategies. Knowing what is a temporary versus a permanent change can help us problem-solve appropriate modifications and strategies at mealtime.
Subject areas
This course counts toward the state boards and subject areas below.
Florida Board of Physical Therapy Practice
Physical Therapist
2h
General
Physical Therapist Assistant
2h
General
Florida Board of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology
Speech-Language Pathologist
2h
Clinically Related - Speech-Language Pathology
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
2h
Clinically Related - Speech-Language Pathology
Mississippi State Board of Physical Therapy
Physical Therapist
2h
Certified Activity indirectly related to the clinical practice of physical therapy
Physical Therapist Assistant
2h
Certified Activity indirectly related to the clinical practice of physical therapy
Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision - Physical Therapy
Physical Therapist
2h
Professional Development Course Work/Activities
Physical Therapist Assistant
2h
Professional Development Course Work/Activities
South Carolina Board of Physical Therapy
Physical Therapist
2h
Certified Activities
Physical Therapy Assistant
2h
Certified Activities