COVID-19 For the Rehab Therapist (Part 1/2): Pathophysiology and Presentation in the Acute and ICU Environment

The COVID-19 pandemic resulted in nearly 140 million people becoming infected with the SARS-COV-2 virus in the US from March of 2020 through July of 2023. The result was an influx in acutely and critically ill patients being treated in the hospital, advanced utilization of oxygen and life support devices, and prolonged lengths of hospitalizations. With variations in clinical presentation across the timespan of the pandemic, the COVID-19 pandemic seems to be a moving target for rehabilitation therapists to understand the needs of these patients both acutely and chronically. This course, in part...Read more one of two, will discuss the pathophysiology of variants of COVID-19, the acute presentation of ARDS and the acute-on-chronic presentation of COVID Fibrosis, with related medical and rehabilitation considerations. Case studies relating to each presentation will be discussed along the way including medical presentation, pharmacology, and laboratory markers as well as treatment strategies for each phase of illness. Less...

Learning Objectives

Discuss the foundational physiology of COVID-19 and the underlying disease process.
Describe common mild, moderate, and severe COVID-19 patient presentations and related complications and the impact on physical functioning.
Differentiate when to initiate examination, evaluation, and/or interventions in the acute setting with considerations for likely impairments.
Discuss approaches to creatively optimize patient physical functioning post-COVID in the acute and ICU settings.

Target Audience

This live interactive webinar is intended for Physical Therapists, Physical Therapy Assistants, Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Assistants, and Nurses. (PT, PTA, OT, COTA, RN)

Learning Levels

Intermediate

Saturday, October 07, 2023

Live Interactive Webinar

09:00 AM EDT - 11:00 AM EDT

EARN 2 CE Credit Hours

About the speaker

Katelyn Whitlock, PT, DPT, MSEd, CCS

ICU Physical Therapist, Emory University Hospital

Katelyn Whitlock is a Board-Certified Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Clinical Specialist currently serving as one of the ICU physical therapists on the Heart Transplant, Lung Transplant, LVAD and ECMO team at Emory University Hospital. She graduated from Emory University’s Doctor of Physical Therapy Program in May of 2018. Following her DPT she completed the Emory Acute Care Residency in 2019. Prior to her DPT she earned her bachelors and masters degrees in Exercise Physiology from the University of Virginia. In September of 2022 she joined the faculty at Brenau University teaching in the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program and has ongoing research and has presented locally and nationally in the areas of ICU Physical Therapy, ECMO and advanced mechanical support and COVID-19.

Agenda

9:00 am - 9:15 am: COVID Virology and Epidemiology.
9:15 am - 9:30 am: COVID Pathophysiology.
9:30 am - 9:45 am: Clinical presentation of COVID-19.
9:45 am - 10:00 am: Medical Care of the acutely ill COVID-19 patient including monitoring and support, oxygen delivery devices (invasive/non-invasive), and pharmacology.
10:00 am - 10:30 am: Acute Care and ICU Management of the COVID-19 patient:
        Vital signs and ABG monitoring for exercise titration.
        Maximizing functional and medical outcomes.
        Medical considerations for best practice (meds: benzos, anti-anxiety, sedation, pre-oxygenation, timing of procedures, weaning of support or ventilation timing).
10:30 am - 10:50 am: Final Case Review.
10:50 am - 11:00 am: Q&A, conclusion.

CE Information - Earn 2 CE Credit Hours

CE Approvals

New York State Education Department's State Board for Physical Therapy

CE Learning Systems dba Make an Impact, CE-Credit.com & AddictionCounselorCE.com is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Physical Therapy as an approved provider of continuing education for Physical Therapists and Physical Therapist Assistants.

Texas Physical Therapy Association

This activity has been approved by the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners for 2 CCUs for PTs and PTAs. Approval Number 77838TX

Florida Board of Occupational Therapy

CE Learning Systems, LLC is approved by the Florida Board of Occupational Therapy to sponsor continuing education for Occupational Therapists and Occupational Therapist Assistants. CE Learning Systems maintains responsibility for this program and its content. CE Broker Provider Number 50-315

Ohio Physical Therapy Association

This course is approved by the Ohio Physical Therapy Association for PTs and PTAs. OPTA approval number 23S2533

Michigan Board of Physical Therapy

The Michigan Board of Physical Therapy accepts continuing education programs if approved by another state board of physical therapy. This continuing education activity is approved for the Michigan Board of Physical Therapy based on the approval by the New York State Board of Physical Therapy Approval.

Florida Board of Physical Therapy Practice

CE Learning Systems, LLC is approved by the Florida Board of Physical Therapy to sponsor continuing education for Physical Therapists and Physical Therapist Assistants. CE Learning Systems maintains responsibility for this program and its content. Accreditation of this course does not necessarily imply the FPTA supports the views of the presenter or the sponsors. CE Broker Provider Number 50-315. FLBPT Approval Number: CE23-1100030

Michigan Board of Occupational Therapy

The Michigan Board of Occupational Therapy accepts continuing education programs if approved by another state board of occupational therapy. This continuing education activity is approved for the Michigan Board of Occupational Therapy based on the approval by the Florida Board of Occupational Therapy (#50-315).

New York State Education Department's State Board for Occupational Therapy

CE Learning Systems dba Make an Impact, CE-Credit.com & AddictionCounselorCE.com is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Occupational Therapy as an approved provider of continuing education for Occupational Therapists and Occupational Therapy Assistants.

Ohio Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Athletic Trainers Board

This course is approved for 2 contact hours by the Ohio Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Athletic Trainers Board. Approval 230215

New Jersey Board of Physical Therapy Examiners

This activity has been approved by the New Jersey Board of Physical Therapy Examiners for 2 credit hours for PTs and PTAs. Approval Number 2308-71

Arkansas State Board of Physical Therapy

CE Learning Systems, LLC is approved by the Arkansas State Board of Physical Therapy to sponsor continuing education for physical therapy professionals. CE Learning Systems maintains responsibility for this program and its content. CE Broker Provider Number 50-315

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