Recorded Webinar 5 ceus
 
Course Objectives
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
	
	
Discuss age-related changes that contribute to falls in older adults
	
	
	
Differentiate causes of dizziness when given pertinent symptom description and objective findings
	
	
	
Identify intrinsic and extrinsic factors that can increase risk for falls
	
	
	
Identify abnormal gait patterns and discuss their effect on balance
	
	
	
List common inpatient and outpatient environmental hazards that can effect risk for falls
	
	
	
Describe how some medications may affect balance and increase risk for falling
	
	
	
List high and low level standardized balance tests and discuss strengths and weaknesses of each
	
	
	
Determine appropriate tests and measures to perform when given pertinent medical and functional information
	
Course Objectives: Labs
Based on case study scenarios and gait analysis findings, participants will be able to:
	
	
Demonstrate appropriate assessment techniques for obtaining objective measures
	
	
	
Perform balance tests and explain results