Course Description:

This course is an evidence-based overview of functional performance measures in geriatric rehabilitation. It examines the history, theoretical background, and types of performance and outcome tools, as well as why they are important. It also presents an in-depth review of select instruments commonly used with older patients to assess mobility, balance, and overall functional abilities, covering the specifics of each tool and when they are most appropriate to use. The course also includes a literature review of three recent research articles that use functional performance measures with older adults. This course focuses attention on how to use functional performance measures to thoroughly evaluate a patient in order to create a plan of care that will help increase their safety, mobility, and ability to complete daily activities. The information presented will be relevant and immediately useful in clinical care for any rehab professional who works with older adults.