The session explores how undernutrition, sarcopenia, hydration deficits, and medication-related appetite changes directly impact functional performance, therapy tolerance, and recovery. Participants will learn practical screening techniques, nutrition goals, and interdisciplinary strategies that strengthen client outcomes. The course equips clinical teams and leaders with tools to integrate nutrition monitoring into daily workflow, supporting safe and efficient progress that improves client independence and community-wide wellness outcomes.
Educational level: Introductory. Contact hours: 1.0 Target audience: PT, PTA, OT, COTA, SLP Satisfactory completion criteria: Complete pre-/post-test, view all modules and case studies, complete all associated quizzes, submit course evaluation. ASHA approved for .10 ASHA CEUs.
Before completion, please review each course to ensure it is applicable/approved by your States board.