OASIS-E2: Putting Knowledge Into Practice—Focus on Function

Presented by Cindy Krafft

Video Runtime: 24 Minutes; Learning Assessment Time: 114 Minutes

The OASIS contains items that are grouped in a way that is similar to a system-by-system patient assessment. These assessments directly impact outcomes measures and payment for services. This course will allow learners to apply their OASIS knowledge to patient demonstrations and receive feedback about correct (and incorrect) responses.

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Cindy Krafft

Cindy Krafft brings more than 25 years of home health expertise that started with direct patient care and evolved to operational and management issues. Cindy recognizes that providing care in the home environment is different from providing care in any other setting, which is evident in both…

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Chapters & learning objectives

1. Assessing Prior Level, Rehospitalization Risk(s), and Caregiver Availability

Assessment of functional ability includes contextual details that should be considered when determining the course of care. In this chapter, the focus areas relate to the patient’s prior level of function and equipment use, the patient's current risks for rehospitalization, and the availability of a caregiver to provide assistance.

2. Assessment of Mobility: Sections G and GG

The assessment of functional ability can be separated into two groups: mobility and activities of daily living. In this chapter, the focus area will be mobility, which includes bed mobility, transferring, and ambulation.

3. Assessment of Activities of Daily Living: Sections G and GG

The assessment of functional ability can be separated into two groups: mobility and activities of daily living. In this chapter, the focus area will be activities of daily living, which includes bathing, dressing, and other self-care areas.