Course Code: REL-RTS-0-EFICIFRT
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2029
Learning Objectives:
Differentiate the basic physiology, risk factors, clinical signs, and screening tools of executive function impairments that impact rehabilitation outcomes.
Select therapy modifications and supports that promote safety, participation, and functional outcomes for individuals with executive function impairments.
Outline:
Section 1: Foundations of Executive Function in Rehabilitation
Understanding Executive Function
What Is EF?
Core EF Skills and Clinical Examples
Physiology of EF
Brain Structures
Neural Networks
Causes and Risk Factors for EF Impairment
Neurologic and Medical Causes
Age-Related Changes
Modifiable Risk Factors
Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
Section 2: Identifying EF Impairments
Identifying EF Impairments Through Observation
Clinical Signs of EF Impairments
Quick Check
Transforming Observation Into Functional Insight
Quick Check
Screening for EF Impairments
Common Screening Tools
Acting on Screening Results
Case Example: Applied Reflection
Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
Section 3: Compensatory Strategies in Therapy
Working Memory Strategies in Therapy
Adapting Tasks in Real Time
Inhibitory Control Strategies in Therapy
Adapting in Real Time
Cognitive Flexibility Strategies in Therapy
In-Session Adaptations
Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
Section 4: Environmental, Caregiver, and Team-Based Supports
Environmental Modifications for Safety and Independence
Simplifying and Structuring the Environment
Using Visual and Technological Supports
Caregiver Training for Carryover
Teaching Caregivers Effective Communication
Promoting Caregiver Confidence and Consistency
Quick Check
Interdisciplinary Collaboration for Consistent Support
Building a Unified Approach
Integrated Clinical Vignettes
Case 1: Betty
Case 2: Mr. Lee
Key Takeaways
Section 5: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Information
Course Contributor
Resources
References
Subject Matter Expert: Susan Almon-Matangos, MS, CCC-SLP
Susan Almon-Matangos, MS, CCC-SLP, is a certified and licensed speech-language pathologist with over 40 years of experience. She earned her bachelor's degree in psychology from Jacksonville State University and her Master of Science degree in speech-language pathology from The University of Alabama. She has provided care to clients across the lifespan with diverse diagnostic conditions in school, hospital, skilled nursing facility, outpatient clinic, and home health settings. In her previous role as a national clinical director for a contract therapy company, she developed training programs for physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech-language pathology focusing on clinical rehabilitation needs of older adults in post-acute care. Currently, she serves as the Lead Subject Matter Expert Writer for Speech-Language Pathology at Relias, where she leverages her clinical expertise and analysis of published research. She is a certified member of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association and the Pennsylvania Speech-Language-Hearing Association.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Intermediate level Physical Therapist; Intermediate level Physical Therapist Assistant; Introductory level Occupational Therapist; Introductory level Occupational Therapy Assistant; Introductory level Speech-Language Pathologists; Introductory level Speech-Language Pathology Assistant; in the following settings: Assisted Living Facility, Home Health Agencies, Rehabilitation Settings, Skilled Nursing Facility.
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To earn continuing education credit for this course you must achieve a passing score of 80% on the post-test and complete the course evaluation.
Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.