This course focuses on medical screening for the physical therapist and is Part 4 of a four-part series on screening. Part 4 addresses pathology in the geriatric portion of the lifespan. Part 1 is recommended prior to part 4.
Editor's Note: Regarding Pennsylvania credits, this course is approved by the PA State Board of Physical Therapy for 2 hours of Direct Access CE credit.
On Demand
Course Type: Recorded Webinar
CEUs/Hours Offered: AK/2.0; AL/2.0; AR/2.0; AZ/2.0; CA/2.0; CO/2.0; CT/2.0; DC/2.0; DE/2.0; FL/2.0; GA/2.0; HI/2.0; IA/2.0; IACET/0.2; ID/2.0; IL/2.0; IN/2.0; KS/2.0; KY/2.0 Category 2; MA/2.0; MD/0.2; ME/2.0; MI/2.0; MN/2.0; MO/2.0; MS/2.0; MT/2.0; NC/2.0; ND/2.0; NE/2.0; NH/2.0; NJ/2.0; NY/2.0; OH/2.0; OK/2.0; OR/2.0; PA/2.0; RI/2.0; SC/2.0; SD/2.0; TN/2.0; TX/2.0; UT/2.0; VA/2.0; VT/2.0; WA/2.0; WI/2.0; WY/2.0
Course Preview
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Learning Outcomes
- After this course, participants will be able to identify clusters of signs and symptoms indicative of pathology for each of the systems discussed.
- After this course, participants will be able to identify screening techniques for medical conditions that may impact the course of intervention for each of the systems discussed.
- After this course, participants will be able to differentiate the signs and symptoms of pathology that are outside of the scope of their professional practice.
Course created on October 21, 2022
Agenda
| 0-5 Minutes | Background, review of learning outcomes |
| 5-20 Minutes | Aging, medication, falls risk |
| 20-60 Minutes | Musculoskeletal & Neuromuscular |
| 60-80 Minutes | Cardiopulmonary |
| 80-100 Minutes | Integumentary & Endocrine |
| 100-115 Minutes | Urogenital & Cancer |
| 115-120 Minutes | Summary, Q&A |
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Dawn T. Gulick
PT, PhD, ATC, CSCS
Dawn T. Gulick, PhD, PT, AT, CSCS, a Professor of Physical Therapy. Her areas of expertise are orthopedics, sports medicine, modalities, and medical screening. As a clinician, she has owned a private orthopedic/sports medicine practice. She also provides athletic training services from the middle school to elite Olympic/Paralympic level. As a member of the Olympic Sports Medicine Society, Dr. Gulick has provided medical coverage at numerous national and international events. As a scholar, Dr. Gulick is the author of 4 books (Ortho Notes, Screening Notes, Sport Notes, Mobilization Notes), four book chapters, > 60 peer-reviewed publications, and > 100 professional and civic presentations. OrthoNotes is in the 5th edition and has been translated into multiple languages. Dr. Gulick is an entrepreneur. She is the developer of a mobile app called iOrtho+ (Apple, Android, & desktop versions). Her app has been downloaded over 160K times around the world. She is the Founder & CEO of Therapeutic Articulations. She is the inventor of the Mobil-Aider, an orthopedic device designed to quantify joint mobility. She is the recipient of a phase I and phase II National Science Foundation grant of over $1.2M for the commercialization of the Mobil-Aider. She owns the utility patent & has achieved FDA clearance. She has two other medical projects in process. Dr. Gulick has served and held leadership roles on numerous committees over her 25 years in academia.
Dr. Gulick earned a Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training from Lock Haven University (Lock Haven, PA), a Master of Physical Therapy from Emory University (Atlanta, GA), and a Doctorate in Exercise Physiology from Temple University (Philadelphia, PA). She is an AMBUCS scholar and a member of Phi Kappa Phi (past chapter president) and Kappa Delta Pi Honor Societies.
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California
PhysicalTherapy.com is a recognized continuing competency approval agency for the Physical Therapy Board of California. This course is offered for 2.0 hours of continuing competency.
CE Broker
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Washington D.C.
The District of Columbia Board of Physical Therapy (Board) has established that PhysicalTherapy.com is an approved continuing education provider for DC physical therapists and physical therapist assistants. Licensees must adhere to all other continuing education regulations of the Board, including those related to online courses and content.
International Association for Continuing Education and Training
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IL Physical Therapy Continuing Education Sponsor
PhysicalTherapy.com is approved by the Illinois Department of Professional Regulation as a sponsor of continuing education for PTs/PTAs (Sponsor License #216000252). This course is offered for 2.0 hours (Advanced level).
KPTA
This course is offered for 2.0 hours (Advanced level, Category 2) by the Kentucky Physical Therapy Association (Provider #CS80-2024-APTAKY).
Maryland
This course has been approved by the Maryland State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners for 0.2 CEUs.
Minnesota
This course is offered for 2 hours, Category 1, by the Minnesota Board of Physical Therapy.
New Jersey
NJ- The New Jersey State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners has approved continuing education courses on PhysicalTherapy.com. Refer to individual courses for details related to credits offered.
New York
PhysicalTherapy.com is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Physical Therapy as an approved provider of physical therapy and physical therapist assistant continuing education.
Ohio
OH- The Ohio Physical Therapy Association has approved this course for continuing education for PTs/PTAs licensed in Ohio, Course approval #24S1640
Oklahoma
PhysicalTherapy.com is an Approved Provider by the Oklahoma State Board of Medical Licensure & Supervision for Physical Therapists, PT CE Provider BAP202310006. This course is offered for 2 hours of continuing education for Oklahoma PTs/PTAs.
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania - Direct Access
This course is offered for 2 hours (Advanced level), 2 hours DA area/s, by the Commonwealth of PA Dept. of State Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs. Please refer to course abstract for details regarding general and direct access hours.
Texas Physical Therapy Association
This course is offered for 2.0 hours (Advanced level) by the Texas Physical Therapy Association. The assignment of Texas PT CCUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by TPTA or TBPTE. The Texas Physical Therapy Association (TPTA) administers the CCAP on behalf of the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners (Provider #2706033TX).
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