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Prerequisites RequiredWith an increasing number of patient discharges happening from acute care to home settings it is imperative for clinicians in the acute care field to provide the most up- to-date and impactful treatments possible. According to the Academy of Acute Care Physical Therapy, "83%" of therapy recommendations are met during the discharge process (2018). This indicates significant responsibility to rehab clinicians for providing the most beneficial information possible. Much of the groundwork of what a patient can achieve is implemented during the acute care phase of healthcare.
This interactive course will cover critical components associated with our compromised patients in the acute hospital setting. Participants will focus on understanding what is happening from a transdisciplinary perspective and how best to achieve functional outcomes. Hands-on experience will be achieved in both testing and treatment components during labs. Current research and techniques will be the focus of the day to put our best foot forward in acute patient care.
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Catherine Valentino OTR/L OTD, MHSc, MAAL, BS, is a licensed Occupational Therapist with an extensive history treating and educating on dementias and neurological disorders. In her clinical experience, she has worked with adult and geriatric populations in various long term, sub-acute, and outpatient settings. Dr. Valentino earned her bachelors in kinesiology before pursuing her master's degree in health sciences and doctorate in occupational therapy. She furthered her specialization by becoming a clinical specialist in core geriatric competencies and earning her National Dementia Instructor certification through CPI. She has been educating across disciplines on the impact of cognitive changes in rehabilitation for the past 4 years, allowing clinicians to develop a comfort level in both medical conditions and developing functional plans of care to successfully meet clients' needs.
DISCLOSURES
FINANCIAL: Catherine Valentino is compensated by Summit as an instructor.
NONFINANCIAL: Catherine Valentino has no nonfinancial relationships to disclose.
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