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Purpose of Activity
To review the biomechanics of posture, appropriate means to configure a wheelchair to permit proper postural support, and common problems arising from improper wheelchair fit.Learning Objectives
After completing this continuing education activity you will be able to:
- Synthesize the concepts influencing proper wheelchair fit.
- Identify the biomechanics of posture as they apply to wheelchair fit.
- Summarize the appropriate assessment guidelines for determining and preparing to adjust wheelchair fit.
Learning Outcomes
Seventy-five percent of participants will demonstrate knowledge of the basic biomechanics of posture, the appropriate means to configure a wheelchair to permit proper postural support, and common problems arising from improper wheelchair fit by achieving a minimum score of 70% on the outcomes-based posttest.Disclosures
The author, faculty, and staff have no relevant financial relationships with any ineligible organizations regarding this educational activity.
Price:
$27.95
Credits:
- ANCC 3.0 CH
- DC - BON 3.0 CH
- FL - BON 3.0 CH
- GA - BON 3.0 CH
- NM - BON 3.0 CH
- SC - BON 3.0 CH
- WV - BOERN 3.0 CH
Lippincott Professional Development is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. This activity is also provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 11749. Lippincott Professional Development is also an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the District of Columbia Board of Nursing, Florida Board of Nursing, Georgia Board of Nursing, New Mexico Board of Nursing, South Carolina Board of Nursing, and West Virginia Board of Examiners for Registered Professional Nurses, #50-1223.
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Test Code: ASWC0823
Published: Aug 2023
Expires: 6/5/2026
Required Passing Score: 7/10 (70%)