IC07 - TRANSLATING RESEARCH TO PRACTICE: CLINICAL USE OF THE GILLETTE FUNCTIONAL ASSESSMENT QUESTIONNAIRE

Learning Objectives:
1) Discuss how the FAQ may be used in the clinical setting to provide direction for therapies and parent expectation of skill abilities.
2) Explain how GMFCS levels and a gait pathology index (GDI ) are related to walking levels and skills on the FAQ.
3) Describe the differences in skill difficulty between typically developing children and those with gait impairment.
4) Describe the application of Rasch Analysis to the integration of selected measures.

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* 1. Please indicate your opinion about each of the following statements.

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The course followed description in the program.
The course began on time and was well paced.
The faculty communicated clearly and effectively.
The course used practical examples to teach points.
The faculty involved participants in the course.
The faculty allowed enough time for questions.
The course met its objectives as stated in the program.
The information presented will help me accomplish my professional responsibilities.
The course has given me a basis for making changes in my practice.

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* 2. Did this course have a commercial bias?

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* 3. Should the Academy repeat this course next year?

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* 4. Please suggest any topics of interest for a future course.

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* 5. General comments:

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