Wheelchair Seating: Essentials of Assessment & Adjustment
$38.00
You will discover the history, applications, and uses of wheelchairs in this course. You will learn how to conduct a patient needs assessment and evaluation to match them with the right wheelchair model and size. The many components of a wheelchair are also covered in this course, along with their functions and effects on the body. You will also learn how a wheelchair's functionality impacts a person's comfort, health, and movement. Finally, this course discusses how to adapt the equipment to prevent difficulties for the patient.
After completing this course, you will be equipped with the knowledge and abilities needed to do a thorough evaluation and needs assessment of individuals with mobility issues and choose the optimal wheelchair for their requirements.
At the end of the course, the participants are expected to:
- Determine a patient's requirements and dimensions for using a wheelchair.
- Sort the components of a wheelchair according to how they are used.
- Examine a person's posture and degree of mobility
- Consider damaging attitudes when using a wheelchair
- Choose a wheelchair that is suitable for you based on your examination and observational results.
- Establish eligibility for cutting-edge wheelchair technology
- Make equipment adjustments to ensure patient comfort, safety, and functionality.