Course Code: REL-RTS-0-LEAOPO
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2028
Learning Objectives:
Identify common causes and types of lower extremity amputations treated in post-acute care settings.
Recall key clinical considerations for acute and post-acute limb management, including pain control, positioning, and preparation for prosthetic use.
Outline:
Section 1: Lower Extremity Amputations
Lower Extremity Amputations: Common Causes
Amputation Level
Prognosis
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 2: Acute Limb Management
Patient Education
Pain
Residual Limb Care
Functional Mobility
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 3: Considerations for Post-Acute Limb Management
Post-Acute Rehabilitation
Skin Complications
Muscle Complications
Persistent Pain
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 4: Conclusion
Summary
Course Contributor
References
Instructor: Nicole Fogarty, PT, DPT
Nicole Fogarty holds a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Northeastern University. She has experience treating patients with cardiopulmonary, orthopedic, and neurological impairments in the inpatient setting. She also has experience in outpatient orthopedics. She has additional training in medical screening, lumbopelvic examination and treatment, and treatment of patients with cardiopulmonary diseases. Nicole enjoys using her clinical experience and interest in current rehabilitation research as a Physical Therapy writer for Relias.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Beginner level Physical Therapist; Beginner level Physical Therapy Assistant; Introductory level Occupational Therapist; Introductory level Occupational Therapy Assistant; in the following settings: Assisted Living Facility, Comprehensive Outpatient Rehabilitation Facilities (CORFs), Home Health Agencies, Hospitals: Acute, 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.