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After reading this continuing education (CE) article, you should be able
to meet the following objectives:
- Discuss the problem of falls in community-dwelling older adults.
- Identify some of the “normal” aging factors that may be
modifiable with physical therapy intervention and increased physical
activity.
- Describe how medication use may predispose older adults to
orthostatic hypotension (OH), and how OH may be a contributing factor to
falls.
- Discuss how impaired range of motion may contribute to balance
instability.
- Identify tests that can measure a patient’s sensory
interaction.
- Discuss the value of multidimensional risk assessment and
multi-component risk reduction in preventing falls.
- Explain the use, value, and applicability of both strengthening and
endurance activities for older patients.
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Kathy Brewer, PT, MEd, GCS, Mayo Clinic Hospital, Phoenix, AZ;
Cathy Ciolek, PT, GCS, Associate Director, Neurologic
and Older Adult Clinic, Department of Physical Therapy, University of
Delaware.
Mary Fran Delaune, PT, MPT, Associate Director of
Practice, American Physical Therapy Association.
Roberta A. Newton, PT, PhD, Professor of Physical
Therapy, Department of Physical Therapy, Temple University, Philadelphia,
PA.
Ann K Williams, PT, PhD, Professor of Physical Therapy,
University of Montana.
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On successful completion of the examination, 0.2 CEU (2.0 contact hours/CCUs) and a
certification of completion will be awarded. The American Physical Therapy
Association has been approved as an Authorized Provider by the
International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET),
1760 Old Meadow Road, Suite 500, McLean, VA 22102. Provider (#380).
Many state agencies recognize APTA as a recognized or approved provider
for continuing education. The following state agencies have granted prior
approval for this continuing education offering:
- California Physical Therapy Association:
CPTA2012-13
- Nevada Board of Physical Therapy Examiners: 0.2
CEUs
- Ohio State Board of Physical Therapy: 13S0210
- Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure &
Supervision: 2.0 Category B Hours
- Pennsylvania: Approved
- Texas Physical Therapy Association: APTA082010TPTA2013016
Please note: Licensees should verify with their state licensing board for acceptance of continuing education units by reviewing the relevant state practice act and/or administrative code.
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