Course Code: REL-RTS-0-HMOE
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2026
Learning Objectives:
Identify two types of home modifications and how they affect independence.
Recall the three steps involved in making appropriate recommendations for home modifications.
Recognize two barriers to home modifications and list 3 solutions to each barrier.
Identify at least five appropriate modifications to the outdoor environment based on patients' needs and goals.
Outline:
Section 1: Outdoor Home Modifications and Its Impact
The Natural Course of Aging
Outdoor Home Modifications
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 2: The Evaluation Process
Steps to Making Home Modification Recommendations
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 3: Home Modifications for the Outside Environment
Home Modifications for the Outside Environment
Mobility Devices
Stair Navigation
Entryways and Exits
Lighting
Outdoor Maintenance
Safety and Security
Key Takeaways
Section 4: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor
Resources
References
Exam and BrainSparks
Subject Matter Expert: Sara Dydyn OTR/L, ATP
Sara considers themself a lifelong learner and holds degrees from Sacred Heart University (MSOT) and Wagner College (BS Psychology) and is a nationally board-certified OT. Graduating in 2018, Sara began their journey as an outpatient occupational therapist focusing on adult neurological and orthopedic conditions and durable medical equipment (DME). Sara’s passion for assistive technologies, specifically wheelchairs, led them to achieve their Assistive Technology Professional specialty certification in 2021. They also went on to become certified in CBIT, a specialty modality for individuals with Tourette’s Syndrome. In addition to DME and Tourette’s Syndrome, Sara is most passionate about their work with individuals experiencing Long COVID, and adolescents and adults with hypermobile spectrum disorder/Ehlers Danlos and dysautonomia.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Basic level Physical Therapist; Introductory level Occupational Therapist; in the following settings: Rehabilitation Settings.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.