Geriatric Seating - SOD
Tracking # 20-598068
Course overview
The geriatric population has distinct needs which impact all areas of intervention, including wheelchair seating. Optimal seating determination is complicated by comorbidities, poor skin integrity and healing, residential status and funding issues. While challenging, bringing optimal seating to this population is critical to prevent pressure injuries, optimize function and provide comfort. This course will systematically review common seating challenges and suggested interventions for this population.
Subject areas
This course counts toward the state boards and subject areas below.
Alabama State Board of Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapist
2h
Patient Related
Occupational Therapy Assistant
2h
Patient Related
Arizona Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners
Occupational Therapist
2h
Related to the Clinical Practice of Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapy Assistant
2h
Related to the Clinical Practice of Occupational Therapy
Florida Board of Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapist
2h
General
Occupational Therapy Assistant
2h
General
Florida Board of Physical Therapy Practice
Physical Therapist
2h
General
Physical Therapist Assistant
2h
General
Georgia State Board of Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapist
2h
General Continuing Education
Occupational Therapy Assistant
2h
General Continuing Education
Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners - Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapist
2h
Related to the Clinical Practice of Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapy Assistant
2h
Related to the Clinical Practice of Occupational Therapy
South Carolina Board of Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapist
2h
Direct client/patient services in occupational therapy
Occupational Therapy Assistant
2h
Direct client/patient services in occupational therapy
South Carolina Board of Physical Therapy
Physical Therapist
2h
Certified Activities
Physical Therapy Assistant
2h
Certified Activities
Tennessee Board of Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapist
2h
Continuing education directly related to the delivery of occupational therapy services
Occupational Therapy Assistant
2h
Continuing education directly related to the delivery of occupational therapy services