COPD Physiotherapy Treatment Aims to Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is the third leading cause of death in the United States. There are approximately 30 million people in the United States who have been diagnosed with COPD. Physical activity and therapy can provide great improvement in symptoms, exercise capacity, and health-related quality of life. This course is for physical and occupational therapy clinicians in acute, subacute or home health care who are seeking to update their understanding of COPD rehabilitation. As rehabilitation professionals, we need to understand the pathophysiology as well as the evidence-based treatment strategies to promote optimal living for individuals with COPD. This webinar is part 2 in a 2-part series. This part 2 webinar focuses on PT and OT objective assessment tools, program prescriptions, and evidence-based treatment for COPD patients. Prescribing a treatment program that is dosed appropriately is essential for the prevention of exacerbations, improved quality of life, and value-based care. Rehabilitation therapists have unique skills to provide this valuable care for the COPD population. Learning Objectives At the end of this course, the participant will be able to: Explain how to conduct specific objective measures commonly used with COPD patients to determine baseline function Summarize guidelines for evidence-based exercises for patients with COPD including HIIT exercise Prescribe an appropriate treatment program for the COPD patient to include appropriate stimulus, duration, frequency and functional application. Apply knowledge obtained in course to determine appropriate assessments and treatment program to case studies Explain the correlation between hospital admissions and level of physical activity as well as the impact on value-based purchasing. Who Should Enroll Physiotherapist Respiratory Physiotherapist Nurses Occupational Therapist Course Agenda Overview of COPD- 15 minutes Rehab prescriptionPulmonary Impairment-Based Outcome Measures- 30 minutesTreatment Dosage and Components – 15 minutesGoals for COPD- 15 minutesReassessment- 10 minutes Case Studies/ Documentation tips for COPD- 35 minute CPD Credit Hours Contact Hours: 2.0 Resources 1-Month Access to Learning Resources Downloadable Course Material CPD Certificate Presenter Speaker Bio: Virginia Bowen, PT, DPT Virginia Bowen, PT, DPT is an experienced home health therapist with 7 years of experience as an educator and more than 20 years as a home care physical therapy case manager. Virginia received her B.S degree in Physical Therapy from the University of Wisconsin in 1987 and went on to receive her DPT from the College of Saint Scholastica in 2019. She has developed and taught chronic disease courses for her current employer as well as the University of Wisconsin- Milwaukee and also has personal experience being the HCPOA for a COPD patient. She has treated numerous COPD patients in her 25 years as a home health therapist and enjoys teaching courses pertaining to this subject matter in order to help therapists develop professionally and gain knowledge of best practices.
Level 5 QLS Endorsed Course | CPD & CiQ Accredited | Audio Visual Training | Free PDF Certificate | Lifetime Access
Description: Since human beings are usually faced with issues of complexity, difficultness or any form of stress, we need to learn how to overcome these and one solution to this is meditation. In this course, you will learn about mindfulness meditation and become a master after taking this course. This course will teach you the definition and benefits of mindfulness meditation. More importantly, you will be learning the quick steps of mindfulness meditation to be able to experience it and eventually teach it to other people who are interested in it. Who is the course for? Meditation experts who want to improve their mindfulness meditation and become a master of it. People who have an interest in mindfulness meditation. Entry Requirement: This course is available to all learners, of all academic backgrounds. Learners should be aged 16 or over to undertake the qualification. Good understanding of English language, numeracy and ICT are required to attend this course. Assessment: At the end of the course, you will be required to sit an online multiple-choice test. Your test will be assessed automatically and immediately so that you will instantly know whether you have been successful. Before sitting for your final exam you will have the opportunity to test your proficiency with a mock exam. Certification: After you have successfully passed the test, you will be able to obtain an Accredited Certificate of Achievement. You can however also obtain a Course Completion Certificate following the course completion without sitting for the test. Certificates can be obtained either in hard copy at a cost of £39 or in PDF format at a cost of £24. PDF certificate's turnaround time is 24 hours and for the hardcopy certificate, it is 3-9 working days. Why choose us? Affordable, engaging & high-quality e-learning study materials; Tutorial videos/materials from the industry leading experts; Study in a user-friendly, advanced online learning platform; Efficient exam systems for the assessment and instant result; The UK & internationally recognized accredited qualification; Access to course content on mobile, tablet or desktop from anywhere anytime; The benefit of career advancement opportunities; 24/7 student support via email. Career Path: Mindfulness Meditation Mastery course would be beneficial for the following careers: Health Educator Meditation Program Director Mindfulness Intern Peer-to-peer Specialist Yoga and Fitness Instructor. Mindfulness Meditation Mastery Introduction 00:15:00 Definition Of Mindfulness Meditation? 01:30:00 Essential Benefits Of Mindfulness Meditation 00:30:00 Mindfulness Meditation Quick Step By Step 00:30:00 Heal Your Body With Mindfulness Meditation 00:30:00 Mock Exam Mock Exam- Mindfulness Meditation Mastery 00:20:00 Final Exam Final Exam- Mindfulness Meditation Mastery 00:20:00 Certificate and Transcript Order Your Certificates and Transcripts 00:00:00
This course will raise awareness of the issue of knife crime, define what knife crime is and the laws on knife crime, explain why a young person might carry a knife and how carers can help prevent knife crime and create a safe environment for young people.
The heaviest legal penalties imposed on drug companies concern interactions with healthcare professionals in the context of prescription drug marketing, notably for violations of the Anti-Kickback Statute and the False Claims Act. Monetary penalties have amounted to billions of dollars in some cases.