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Objectives 1. Describe the pulmonary rehabilitation process. 2. Understand the role of pulmonary rehabilitation in the integrated health-care model. 3. Describe the essential outcomes of pulmonary rehabilitation. 4. Understand the potential role of pulmonary rehabilitation in COPD exacerbations.

Learning Objectives After completing this article and with appropriate self-study, the participant should be able to: * Demonstrate an increase in, or affirm, their knowledge of clinical medicine and research. * Evaluate the appropriateness of the clinical information as it applies to the provision of patient care. * When appropriate, implement changes in practice relevant to the content of the article.

Presents major types of stroke and risk factors. Provides a review of brain anatomy and deficits associated with various types of stroke and describes treatment regimens, prehospital, and ED treatment. Rehabilitation following acute stroke is discussed in detail. Recent advances in stroke management are tied to clinical practice. When you finish this course, you will be able to: *Distinguish among the main classifications of stroke. *Explain the major risk factors for stroke and its pat...

This interactive course provides an overview of neuroanatomy of the in upper extremity rehabilitation and its relationship to hand and upper extremity rehabilitation.

Traces the gradual development of the atherosclerosis that underlies CAD and includes causes, risk factors, diagnosis, management, and complications. Concludes with the components of a cardiac rehabilitation program.

The purpose of this course is to present the primary elements of post-hospital care recovering stroke patients. Upon completion of this course, you will be able to: * List the primary-care goals for a recovering stroke patient * Describe the basic features of medical rehabilitation programs for stroke patients * Summarize the lifestyle changes recommended to reduce the recurrence of stroke * Discuss the process of physical rehabilitation of stroke patients

Description According to the American Academy of Family Physicians, about 12 million people in the United States have COPD. COPD can cause a variety of symptoms, including: chronic or persistent cough, Increased mucus, shortness of breath especially during physical activity, wheezing, and a tight feeling in the chest. Objectives Upon completion of this educational activity, the participant will be able to: 1.) Review the stepwise approach to COPD management based on stage. 2.) Review pha...

The Medical Doctor is ultimately responsible for obtaining written informed consent, but allied health professionals, including the Dysphagia Therapist, are expected to provide specialized counseling. Many therapists feel unprepared for this task. How much information is enough? When is the Patient a rehab candidate? What if the Patient refuses traditional recommendations? Basic legal concepts including the elements of informed consent are covered in this course. Specific instruction is given ...

In part 2 of our 3-part series, Dr. Stanos will be providing further discussion of the pathophysiology of chronic low back pain and how to perform a comprehensive back examination in your office, including red flags to be aware of as you progress through your examination.

Learning Objectives Upon completion of this program, participants will be able to: * Identify the basic elements of research capacity, * Analyze their department and identify strengths and weakness of the existing research program, * Identify the strategies and best practices needed to build a successful research program, and * Explain the characteristics of successful models for rehabilitation research.

Every hospital that received Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement should be aware that CMS amended several important sections to the hospital conditions of participation (CoP) manual including clarifications to the section on nursing requirements related to blood transfusions, IVs, and intravenous medication.Training requirements for nurses and other personnel who administer blood transfusions and intravenous medications will be discussed. Also reviewed will be the changes relating to immediat...

Are you the Rehab Manager who does not know enough about your Dysphagia Program? Have you been trying to find a competent therapist, but don’t know where to look? This course is designed to benefit the new or experienced who needs to know the “ins-and-outs” of Dysphagia care. This course offers ways to promote and obtain reimbursement for your facility’s dining program. Additionally, you will confidently understand what the Advanced-Level Dysphagia Therapist looks for when choosing...

Low back pain (LBP) has a considerable impact on both the individual sufferer and society at large. The accurate assessment of pain is a prerequisite for its effective management, [1] yet the systematic quantification of this common symptom is rare in clinical practice. [2] Most back pain is simple and self-limiting, but it is important to recognize that which is not. Assessment should take place before initiation of therapy and continue as a monitoring activity throughout the course of tre...

During the past few years, advances in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of cerebrovascular disorders have led to decreases in the prevalence of stroke (primarily ischemic stroke), but the high rates of morbidity and mortality, despite a number of modifiable risk factors, point to the need for enhanced education for both patients and physicians. Enhancing healthcare professionals' knowledge about evidence-based guidelines, as well as about advances in diagnostic tools, is crucial for im...

After completing this CME module, participants will be able to: 1. Discuss the pathophysiology and incidence of drop foot. 2. Describe the various neurologic and musculotendinous etiologies of drop foot. 3. Recognize the typical clinical presentation of patients with drop foot. 4. Identify and describe imaging studies and other tests helpful in confirming the diagnosis of drop foot and in guiding management decisions. 5. Generate an appropriate differential diagnosis. 6. Discuss manage...

After completing this CME module, participants will be able to 1. Discuss the pathophysiology and incidence of drop foot. 2. Describe the various neurologic and musculotendinous etiologies of drop foot. 3. Recognize the typical clinical presentation of patients with drop foot. 4. Identify and describe imaging studies and other tests helpful in confirming the diagnosis of drop foot and in guiding management decisions. 5. Generate an appropriate differential diagnosis. ...

This interactive course provides an overview of assessments used in upper extremity rehabilitation.

This interactive online course is designed for the beginner and intermediate healthcare and fitness professional interested in incorporating aquatic exercise into patient and client program design. The basic concepts and principles essential to aquatic exercise programming are presented, along with discovery exercises developed to help you realize the versatility of water and how to effectively design a progressive program. Simple and fun independent pool activities allow you to experience ...

This interactive course provides the therapist with an understanding of the pathological processes involved in Dupuytren’s contractures, surgical techniques and rehabilitation of this disorder.

This interactive course provides therapists with knowledge of rehabilitation of upper extremity fractures.

Every practice has 5% to 15% of patients who are missing multiple teeth and need a full mouth rehabilitation but cannot afford it, and we see them suffer and deteriorate feeling helpless. An even larger number of our patients would greatly benefit by opening their Vertical Dimension of Occlusion (VDO) to restore their worn-out dentition. They need help! In this practical lecture Dr. Ruiz will offer a more real world approach to treating these patients using direct composite, adhesive dentis...

Direct composite restorations are today's bread and butter dentistry, being efficient, predictable is a must for any practicing clinician. Additionally, direct composites provide functional, long lasting, and esthetically pleasing results, in the most conservative fashion. Many complain that direct anterior and posterior composites can be technique sensitive, difficult, time consuming and often financially unrewarding procedures; this may be due in large part due to the incorrect use of new ma...

his interactive course provides an overview of splinting of the upper extremity and its relationship to hand and upper extremity rehabilitation.

Spasticity occurs across the spectrum of upper motor neuron disease and complicates the course and quality of life of those affected. It contributes to pain, insomnia, and fatigue; can interfere with mobility, transfers, self-care, activities of daily living, and social functioning; and increases caregiver burden. This activity will discuss the pathophysiology and definition of spasticity to aide in patient evaluation, assess the usefulness and limitations of various scales used for evaluation...

This interactive course is designed to provide the novice hand therapist to the more experienced hand therapist knowledge about the evaluation and treatment of burns of the upper extremity.

Description: Avoiding Medication Errors with Insulin Therapy is a knowledge-based program for pharmacists and nurses. The activity will explore the history of errors associated with insulin therapy and review the frequency with which they occur. Participants will learn how medication errors are generally multifactorial in nature and how medication systems contribute to these errors. Specific examples of actual medication errors will be provided to show when and how errors may occur. This acti...

Chronic Pain: Translating Population-Based Clinical Studies Into Patient-Specific Treatment Strategies Learning Objectives At the conclusion of this program, participants should be better able to: • Characterize the disease mechanisms underlying the transition from acute to chronic pain and the need for tight clinical management of all patients presenting with pain • Assess the biopsychosocial needs of patients with chronic pain • Formulate realistic treatment goals through transp...

This activity will provide participants with an understanding of the importance of relapse prevention when treating schizophrenia in order for patients to maintain their qualify of life and functioning.

This interactive course is designed to provide the novice hand therapist to the more experienced hand therapist knowledge about the anatomy and kinesiology of the upper extremity, and impact of selected pathological processes on hand and upper extremity rehabilitation.

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IV Medication and Blood Transfusion Current Guidelines

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Ischemic Stroke

Drop Foot

Drop Foot

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Hand and Upper Extremity Rehab The Essentials, Part 1-02 Evaluation of the Upper Extremity

Water Exercise Technology Introduction to the Principles of Aquatic Exercise and Rehabilitation

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Hand and Upper Extremity Rehab The Essentials, Part 1-09 Fractures of the Upper Extremity

Treating the Full Mouth Case with Much Less Than a Full Mouth...Opening VDO Using Direct Composite, Adhesive Dentistry and Limited Implants & RPD

Practical, Predictable and Beautiful Direct Anterior and Posterior Composite Restorations; Including Full Mouth Composite Rehabilitation

Hand and Upper Extremity Rehab The Essentials, Part 2-05 Splinting

Methods for Improving Quality of Life for Patients with Spasticity

Hand and Upper Extremity Rehab The Essentials, Part 2-02 Burn Rehabilitation

Avoiding Medication Errors with Insulin Therapy

Chronic Pain: Translating Population-Based Clinical Studies Into Patient-Specific Treatment Strategies

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Hand and Upper Extremity Rehab The Essentials, Part 1-01 UE Anatomy with Emphasis on Intrinsics

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