RT Book, Section
A1 Schmitz, Thomas J.
A2 O'Sullivan, Susan B.
A2 Schmitz, Thomas J.
A2 Fulk, George
SR Print(0)
ID 1197010035
T1 Examination and Modification of the Environment
T2 Physical Rehabilitation, 7e
YR 2019
FD 2019
PB F. A. Davis Company
PP New York, NY
SN 9780803694644
LK fadavispt.mhmedical.com/content.aspx?aid=1197010035
RD 2024/04/24
AB LEARNING  OBJECTIVESIdentify  the  role  of  the  physical  therapist  in  examination  of  the  physical  environment.Understand  the  importance  of  environmental  accessibility  in  optimizing  patient  function.Identify  common  home,  work  life,  and  community  environmental  factors  that  affect  patient  function.Describe  strategies  used  to  examine  environmental  impact  on  patient  function.Identify  the  general  categories  of  tests  and  measures,  tools  used  for  gathering  data,  and  data  used  in  documenting  examination  of  environmental  factors.Identify  strategies  to  improve  patient  function  through  environmental  modifications.Describe  the  scope  of  adaptive  equipment  and  assistive  technology  available  for  individuals  with  disability.Recognize  the  importance  of  an  examination  of  the  environment  within  the  context  of  a  comprehensive  rehabilitation  plan  of  care.