Presenter(s): Emily Harstad, OTR/L

Contributing Author(s): Kelsey Watters, OTR/L; Laura Lenhart, DPT, PT; Marilyn Leonardo, SLP

Content Areas: Physical Disabilities - including: Neurorehabilitation, Orthopedic; Specialties - including: Administration & Management, Assistive Technology, Other

Target Audience: Intermediate-level

Course Description: Treating patients who are in disordered consciousness following brain injury is a unique practice area that requires specialized training and has few evidence-supported interventions. This presentation will review the OT’s role in this population and discuss ongoing efforts to ensure effectiveness when transitioning care from one practice setting to another.