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Description
Identifying at-risk older adults and intervening in a timely fashion can prevent falls. This study looks at the use of motion sensor technology versus clinician implemented fall risk assessments for validity, fall reduction and prevention. Education Level: Intermediate Format: Online Content Focus: OT Service Delivery Criteria for Obtaining Continuing Education Credits: To earn credit, you must read the article and complete the quiz and evaluation, earning a score of 70% or greater on the posttest.Purpose of Activity
To present a study designed to assess the concordance of motion sensor fall risk assessment ratings with clinician ratings in older adults in a rehabilitation setting.Learning Objectives
After completing this continuing education activity you will be able to:
- Identify the need for alternative fall risk assessment methods and explain the study methodology.
- Identify the results of the study and their implications.
Disclosures
The authors and planners have disclosed no potential conflicts of interest, financial or otherwise.
Price:
$6.95
Credits:
- AOTA 0.05 CEUs/1/2 Contact Hour
Lippincott Professional Development / Wolters Kluwer Health is an approved provider of continuing education by The American Occupational Therapy Association, Inc. Provider Number 5448.
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Professions:
Occupational Therapist
Test Code: CIN1217OT
Published: Dec 2017
Expires: 7/1/2025
Sources:
Allied Health Collection
Required Passing Score: 11/14 (78%)
Categories:
Domain of OT
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Occupational Therapy Service Delivery