Can a culture change make Aged care a more attractive rotation for junior Physiotherapy staff?

CAN A CULTURE CHANGE MAKE AGED CARE A MORE ATTRACTIVE ROTATION FOR JUNIOR PHYSIOTHERAPY STAFF?

Presenter: Kay J

This module addresses:

Question: Can Aged Care rotations be attractive for

junior Physiotherapists?

Conclusion: Positive outcome from implementing suggestions from within

the Aged Care Physiotherapy team.

Key Practice Points:

• Junior Physiotherapy staff need increased support in Aged Care rotations,

particularly with patients and families who are grieving the loss of

function and independence.

• Junior Physiotherapy staff need guidance and support for discharging

patients when intervention is futile.

CPD Points: 0.25