Pressure Injury Etiology: Terms and Definitions
COURSE DESCRIPTION:This one-hour, recorded session will review the current best evidence of pressure injury pathophysiology, with a focus on the new understanding of the significant role tissue deformation plays in the development of pressure injuries. Discussions will revolve around the differences in the development of a superficial pressure injury versus a deep tissue pressure injury. In addition...
Education Level = Introductory, Credit = 0.1 CEU/ .1 CCU
AOTA Category: OT Service Delivery; CEU(s)/Contact Hour(s): 0.1 AOTA CEUs/1 Contact Hour
State PT Approval: This course has been approved by the Maryland State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners for .1 CEUs. Approval expires 10/22/24. Please be sure to complete this course before this date.
Instructional Method: Recorded on-line asynchronous lecture with supporting video demonstration
Historically, pressure injury etiology has revolved around ischemic changes in the skin, and soft tissue. However, recent evidence has demonstrated that tissue deformation of the skin and soft tissue has earlier implications in pressure injury development versus just ischemia alone.
Currently there are various levels of clinical knowledge and experience in the healthcare community when it comes to understanding pressure injury etiology and appropriate management strategies.
This one-hour, recorded session will review the current best evidence of pressure injury pathophysiology, with a focus on the new understanding of the significant role tissue deformation plays in the development of pressure injuries. Discussions will revolve around the differences in the development of a superficial pressure injury versus a deep tissue pressure injury. In addition, the intrinsic and extrinsic risk factors commonly associated with pressure injuries will also be discussed along with strategies to minimize the risks.
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| Who Enrolls | This program is designed for Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Assistants, Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants, Assistive Technology Professionals, and Medical Suppliers/Providers | ||||||||||||
| Instructor Information | Brenlee Mogul-Rotman, OT, ATP/SMS: Brenlee is an occupational therapist and ATP/SMS (Assistive Technology Professional/Seating & Mobility Specialist). Brenlee has been practicing for 30 years. For the past 22 years, she has owned and operated a private practice in the Toronto, Ontario, Canada area. She has also worked on a part time basis as the ROHO Clinical Consultant in Canada for the past 15 years. Brenlee joined the Permobil Canada team in September 2016 as the National Clinical Education Manager. Brenlee is a member of the Ontario Society of Occupational Therapists, College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario. She spent 6 years on the RESNA Professional Standards Board and is a current Board Member with the Canadian Spinal Research Organization. |