Brain Day PLUS Dementia Training
Presented by Rehab Connections
Description
This virtual workshop starts with training including the assessment and diagnosis,
effective communication strategies, and management and care planning of individuals
with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias. Then this workshop offers a holistic
perspective of the brain for PT/OT patient care. By seeing structural changes in the
brain, clinicians have a greater appreciation for functional impairments and behavior.
The role of inflammation, exercise, and medications relevant to the brain are
highlighted in this workshop as key considerations in our selection and progression of
therapeutic interventions.
Instruction level: Various
CE contact hours: 3.0 (IL) *** Duration: 2.5 hours
Intended audience: PTs, PTAs, OTs, OTAs
Topics
- Impact of inflammation on brain function
- Medication side effects/adverse drug reactions and potential nutrient depletion that may impact brain function and PT/OT rehab progressions
- Lifestyle education specific to brain health as a component of rehab
- Benefits of exercise for brain health and healing
- Brain SPECT images of brain dysfunction related to injury, dementia, sleep apnea, and more
Objectives
By the completion of this course the participant will be able to correctly:
- Describe optimal effects of exercise on the brain.
- Recognize common medications that may impact brain function.
- Discuss contributors to inflammation that are associated with brain dysfunction.
Dementia Training
a.k.a. Alzheimer's disease and other dementias
Description
According to Public Act 102-0399 "For license or registration renewals occurring on or after January 1, 2023, a health care professional who has continuing education requirements must complete at least a one-hour course in training on the diagnosis, treatment, and care of individuals with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias per renewal period. This training shall include, but not be limited to, assessment and diagnosis, effective communication strategies, and management and care planning. This requirement shall only apply to health care professionals who provide health care services to, and have direct patient interactions with, adult populations age 26 or older in the practice of their profession."
Join us for this relevant and unique educational event -- it's more than information, this is training to enhance another important awareness skill!
Instruction level: Basic
CE contact hours: 1.0 (IL) *** Duration 1.0 hours
Intended audience: PTs, PTAs, OTs, OTAs
Dementia Training Topics
- Assessment and diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease and other dementias
- Effective communication strategies with diagnosed individuals and caregivers
- Management and care planning relevant to PT/OT practice settings for individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias
Objectives
By the completion of this course the participant will be able to correctly:
- Describe updated diagnostic guidelines for the three stages of Alzheimer's disease including the core clinical criteria for the diagnosis of mild cognitive impairment.
- Identify key components in the management and support of individuals with cognitive impairment, Alzheimer's disease and other dementias.
IMPORTANT! 2-3 days prior to the CE event,
you will receive your CE materials and Zoom registration link by email. This gives you the
opportunity to preview, download or print, save, and refer back to the
information at any time. If you do not receive your CE material
please contact us before the day of the course or workshop.
Presenter
- Sheryl Poremba, PT, CCM
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Location
This workshop is conducted virtually using Zoom.
Registration: 8:00 am - 8:30 am
Workshop: 8:30 am - 12:00 pm
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Tuition: $108
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Seating is limited. Please register
early!
Rehab Connections reserves the right to modify the content
and the scheduled speakers when circumstances are beyond
our control.
Rehab Connections is an approved continuing education
sponsor through the State of Illinois; PT License No:
216-000101; OT License No: 224-000048; AT License No:
186-000107; BOC Provider No. P3418.
Cancellations:
Registration fee, less a $50 administration fee per
session, is refunded if notice of cancellation is received
more than 10 days in advance of the CE event. Cancellations made less than 10 days in advance
of the CE event date forfeit the entire tuition fee. Tuition can be transferred to another
individual or another CE event, one time only. No transfer, refund or credit will be given for
cancellation 3 days or less before the CE event, or when handouts or other CE event materials are available electronically,
including but not limited to emailed or downloadable pdf documents.
Rehab Connections reserves the right to cancel the CE event
up to one week prior to the CE event. Rehab Connections will
not be responsible for any charges incurred by the
registrant due to the cancellation of the CE event, other
than the CE event tuition.
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