Client Education in Rehabilitation Therapy
Communicate with clients and caregivers to deliver and facilitate the continuity of care
Type
Domain
Competency Area
Patient and/or Client Education and Health Promotion
Levels
Support therapists to reinforce client education to clients and caregivers
Reinforce client education for clients and caregivers, as instructed by therapists
Educate clients and caregivers on the various interventions or treatments for the clients in assigned therapy area(s) under supervision of therapists
Train caregivers in performing exercises for the clients and other relevant activities to manage client conditions under supervision of therapists
Train clients and caregivers in correct use of prescribed orthoses and assistive devices in assigned therapy area(s) under supervision of therapists
Provide reminders to clients and caregivers on interventions, exercises or use of assistive devices, as instructed by therapists
Reinforce potential safety precautions and risks associated with use of equipment
Monitor compliance of clients and patients to therapists’ recommended activities and use of assistive devices, and report adherence to therapists
Educate clients and caregivers on self-management techniques and interventions
Identify educational needs of the clients and caregivers
Develop and update written, illustrative and audio materials for use in client education with guidance
Determine appropriate types of delivery methods for client education
Educate clients and caregivers on the various interventions or treatments for the clients
Train caregivers in performing exercises for the clients and other relevant activities to manage client conditions
Train clients and caregivers in correct use of orthoses and assistive devices
Evaluate performance of clients and caregivers in implementing lifestyle changes, performing prescribed techniques, exercises and/or care management plans
Evaluate the clients’ and/or caregivers’ understanding of education topics
Provide guidance to junior therapists where necessary.
Develop and review written, illustrative and audio materials for use in client education
Implement new or improved client education procedures and methods
Perform client education for complex cases involving psychodynamic issues
Provide guidance on a range of client education procedures and methods to staff
Oversee the implementation of new client education tools or trends.
Integrate new evidence- based tools in client education into existing practice
Identify future client issues and gaps to improve client education
Incorporate leading practices to improve client education
Evaluate effectiveness of client education for specific client groups