Supporting the Functional Ability of an Ageing Client and Using Mobility AidsLaajuus (4 cr)
Study unit code: SF00BZ80
Credits
4 op
Learning outcomes
The student is able to
- explain age-related changes in the body and their impact on functional ability
- assess an elderly client’s functional ability and risk of falling
- plan an accessible and safe operating environment for a client
- select aids that are essential for the client’s functional ability
- describe the procurement process of aids and guide the client in the appropriate use of aids.
Enrollment
20.05.2024 - 26.05.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
4 op
RDI proportion
1 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Laurea Otaniemi, sote
Campus
Laurea Otaniemi
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 50
Degree programmes
- Fysioterapeuttikoulutus (SFG2), Laurea Otaniemi (Finnish)
Teachers
- Joni Heikkilä
- Laura Kaarna
Teacher in charge
Laura Kaarna
Groups
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SFG224KAFysioterapeuttikoulutus, monimuotototeutus, K24, Otaniemi
Learning outcomes
The student is able to
- explain age-related changes in the body and their impact on functional ability
- assess an elderly client’s functional ability and risk of falling
- plan an accessible and safe operating environment for a client
- select aids that are essential for the client’s functional ability
- describe the procurement process of aids and guide the client in the appropriate use of aids.
Teaching methods
The implementation plan is available in Finnish.
Grading scale
H-5