Understanding & Early Detection of Pressure-Related Seating Injuries


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This course is IACET-approved for OT/COTA most state PT boards accept IACET credits .

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Understanding & Early Detection of Pressure-Related Seating Injuries

Learn the vital role of skin care assessments and the intrinsic and extrinsic factors of pressure injury. Participants will gain insight into preventing pressure injuries through seating and positioning techniques and learn to recognize all stages of pressure injury development.

Course Objectives
  1. Know common points of pressure when seated in a wheelchair and how to address prevention through seating strategies
  2. Determine the risk factors for pressure injury
  3. Understand pressure injury stages 1-4, DTI, and Unstageable Wounds
You can view this CEU course from your computer, tablet, or mobile phone.

Presentation by
Brenda Mahon, OTD, OTR/L, ATP

Brenda has over 25 years of experience in occupational therapy, working with the geriatric population in skilled nursing, assisted living, and home care settings. Her focus has been on seating and positioning as well as management of acute and chronic conditions. She is our Clinical Education Manager here at Broda and we're thrilled to be able to offer these complimentary courses to empower you to take even better care of your patients' seating-related needs.

1 CEU Credit Hour, IACET approved
Recommended for PTs, OTs, PTAs, OTAs. CEU credits are available in all US states.

Duration
1 hour



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