Course Code: REL-RTS-0-CSAPFPO
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2028
Learning Objectives:
Recall the basic anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular system and how to accurately assess vital signs.
Determine the cardiovascular system’s physiological adaptations during physical activity and its relevance to rehabilitation practices for PTs and OTs.
Outline:
The Cardiovascular System
The Heart: Anatomy
Review
The Heart: Physiology
Review
The Peripheral Vascular System
Key Takeaways
Section 2: Vital Sign and Cardiovascular Assessment
Vital Signs
Orthostasis
Review
Peripheral Vascular Assessment
Key Takeaways
Section 3: Cardiovascular Response to Activity
Acute Physiological Responses to Exercise
Abnormal Cardiovascular Responses
Long-Term Cardiovascular Adaptations to Exercise
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 4: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor
References
Subject Matter Expert: 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: Basic level Physical Therapist; Basic 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, Skilled Nursing Facility.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.