A Comparison of Three Arthritic Conditions
By Ann Jadin
In this interactive object, learners examine the characteristics of osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and osteoporosis. Students then describe the precautions to be aware of when working with clients who have arthritis and identify assistive devices that clients might use to prevent injuries at home.
Muscles of the Scapula
By Patricia Holz, Jennifer Kitelinger
Learners study the muscles of the scapula and check their knowledge on each page by identifying the muscles on diagrams and answering a related question about movement.
Case Study: Cardiac Disorders and Occupational Therapy
In this interactive object, learners identify the risk factors and the precautions to follow when treating a patient with a cardiac condition. They also design a treatment plan for that patient.
How Old Are You?
In this interactive learning activity, learners explore factors that contribute to the aging process. Learners calculate their age based on biological, psychological, and social experiences. Further reflection allows the learner to consider options and assess issues that impact the aging process.
Case Study: Arthritis and Occupational Therapy
In this interactive object, learners examine problem areas related to patients with arthritic conditions. They also identify treatment precautions and design a treatment plan.
Physical Changes Associated with Aging
Learners review normal conditions that are associated with aging. Changes are highlighted in the cardiovascular, musculoskeletal, respiratory, gastrointestinal, urinary, reproductive, endocrine, nervous, and sensory systems.
The Human Heart and the Cardiovascular System (Screencast)
In this screencast, learners identify the parts of the cardiovascular system and examine blood flow.
Case Study: COPD and Occupational Therapy
In this interactive learning object, the student examines the types of COPD and designs a treatment plan for a specific client.
Types of Hip Fractures
Learners read about five different fractures of the hip and the treatments used.
At Face Value: Issues with Stereotypes
In this learning activity, learners will reflect on the meaning and impact of stereotypes in both personal relationships and work environments. Identifying behaviors, attitudes, and feelings associated with stereotypes are addressed in this activity.
A Comparison of Right and Left Parietal Lobe Damage
By Susan Heitman
Learners review the differences within the right and left parietal lobes. They answer questions based on a case study and describe a client in a second case study.
Anatomy of the Lungs (Screencast)
Learners examine the anatomical parts of the lungs.
Public Policy and Aging
Learners read definitions of terms related to legal, insurance, and advocacy issues regarding the elderly. At the end of the activity, learners test their knowledge in three matching exercises. Some of the programs and groups discussed are Medicare, Medicaid, Social Security, long-term care insurance, OBRA, SSI, and CWAG.
The Parts of a Wheelchair (Screencast)
By Patricia Holz
In this screencast, students view a basic wheelchair and identify its parts.
Anatomy of the Hip
Learners examine and identify the parts of the hip joint.
Pathology of Cardiac Disease (Screencast)
In this animated activity, learners examine the symptoms of four cardiac conditions: coronary artery disease, myocardial infarction, congestive heart failure, and valvular disease.
The Power Position for a Healthy Back
In this interactive object, the learner views examples of the neutral position of the back and compares that stance to the flat back and swayback positions. A brief quiz completes the activity.
Health and Aging
In this learning activity, learners review the value of health and wellness as it relates to exercise, nutrition, intimacy, and spirituality. Examples of each are identified, and learners are given the opportunity to reflect on how these examples are associated with health concerns in older adults.
Cardiac Risk Factors
Learners categorize cardiac risk factors and match the signs and symptoms of cardiac distress with the correct terms.
Causes and Risk Factors of Cerebral Vascular Accidents
In this interactive object, the learner examines the causes, symptoms, and risk factors associated with a stroke. The terms "thrombus," "emboli," and "hemorrhage" are defined. A self-assessment of risk factors completes the activity.
Causes and Medical Treatment of Hip Fractures
Learners examine the factors that contribute to hip fractures including osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, and osteomalacia.
Traumatic Brain Injury and Occupational Therapy
By Bab Smith, Ann Jadin
The learner explores the cognitive levels associated with brain trauma and develops a treatment plan for a patient.
Causes and Symptoms of Traumatic Brain Injury
In this interactive and animated object, learners examine open and closed head injuries and the common causes and symptoms related to them.
Rheumatoid Arthritis in the Hand
Learners examine four stages of rheumatoid arthritis and compare them to the normal synovial joint.
Hip Joint Replacement
In this animated and interactive object, the learner designs a treatment plan that includes precautions and adaptive equipment.