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Urgencies vs. Emergencies in the Geriatric Patient


Speaker:
Steven Atkinson, PA-C, MS
Duration:
5 Hours 52 Minutes
Format:
Audio and Video
Copyright:
Aug 19, 2014
Product Code:
PPC075930
Media Type:
Download - Also available: Digital Seminar


Description

  • Identify Vulnerabilities in the Elderly
  • Delirium vs. Dementia
  • Malnourishment Concerns
  • Polypharmacy Hazards
  • Infectious Disease Issues
  • Respond to Abuse and Neglect

This is the best seminar on geriatric emergencies that you will ever attend – GUARANTEED! Join Steven Atkinson, PA-C, MS, nationally-known expert, author and speaker on geriatrics, for a high-energy, dynamic seminar filled with interesting case studies, insightful discussions and interactive learning. You will leave this seminar with practical techniques that you can apply the next day!

If you work with geriatric patients, this is a seminar that you won’t want to miss! In this one-day seminar, you will learn to anticipate and manage a wide variety of emergencies that occur in the elderly population. Learn how to identify the vulnerabilities in older adults that predispose them to illness and injury. Develop strategies used to implement interventions that will prevent complications in your patients. Whether it be an adverse drug event, injuries due to a fall or cardiac complications, you must be prepared to properly assess and treat your patient. Attend this seminar and learn how to improve your care of the geriatric patient.

Updated information on some of the most common geriatric situations you will encounter:

  • Cardiovascular/Cerebrovascular events
  • Mental status changes
  • Falls
  • Polypharmacy
  • Abuse and Neglect

OUTLINE

Identifying Vulnerability in Older Adults

  • Common Underlying Chronic Illness and Disease
    • Arthritis, Hypertension, Heart Disease, Vision Loss
  • Atypical Presentation of the Elderly
    • The Afebrile Septic Patient
    • The Lag-time with CXR’s
  • Polypharmacy
    • Drug-Drug Interactions
    • The Top 10 Drugs to Avoid in the Elderly
  • Nutritional Deficits
  • Environmental Hazards and Falls
  • Dementia vs. Delirium
    • The Take-home Message and Point You Won’t Forget

Neurological Emergencies

  • Syncope – Getting the Answers for “Million-dollar” Work-up
    • Causes: TIA, CVA, Vasovagal
  • TIA: The Definition and Why It Can Be Misleading
  • Cerebrovascular Diseases
    • TIA vs. CVA
    • Assessment Tricks that Doctors Use
  • Intracranial Hemorrhage
    • Assessment Tricks
    • The “Golden Hour”
  • Seizures

Orthopedic Emergencies

  • Major Orthopedic Fractures in the Elderly
    • Spine, Ribs, Pelvis, Femur
    • Complications of Major Fractures
  • Compartment Syndrome
    • Defined/Presentation/Treatment

Abdominal Emergencies

  • GI Hemorrhage, Pancreatitis, Diverticulitis
  • Bowel Infarction, Ectopic

Infectious Disease

  • Bacteremia/Septicemia
  • The “Never-Ending” UTI
  • When to React
  • Antibiotic Resistance

Cardiovascular Emergencies

  • Cardiogenic Shock
  • AMI/CHF Readmissions
  • Acute Coronary Syndromes
    • Tropoinin, CK-MB and Other Lab Tests
    • Protocols and Outcomes
  • Heart Failure
    • Presentation
    • DON’T Treat the Labs, Treat the Patient
  • Cardiac Arrhythmias
    • Recognizing the Serious Arrhythmias
  • Venous Thromboembolic Disease
    • Differentiation Between Superficial vs. Deep
    • “Old-School” and “New-School” Treatments

Pulmonary Diseases

  • Pulmonary Embolism
    • Watermark’s Sign, Hampton’s Hump, The S1, Q3, T3 Finding
    • “Old-School” and “New-School” Treatments
  • Pneumonia
    • Viral Pneumonia
    • Diagnostic Tests

Renal Emergencies

  • Electrolytic Disorders
  • Acute Renal Failure
  • Nephrolithiasis

Abuse and Neglect

  • Risk Factors
  • Clinical PEARLS; Don’t Get Fooled
  • Your Obligations/Involving Family

OBJECTIVES

  • Distinguish etiologic and pathologic factors associated with each emergency discussed.
  • Develop diagnoses and formulate plans of care for discussed disorders.
  • Identify vulnerabilities in older adults that make them more susceptible to emergencies.
  • Devise methods to reduce potential injury from falls in the elderly.
  • Compile physical and physiological reasons for changes in mental status.
  • Identify the signs of multiple medication effects on geriatric patients.
  • Develop strategies to identify abuse and neglect.

ABOUT THE SPEAKER

Steven Atkinson, PA-C, MS, is a Board Certified Physician Assistant specializing in Geriatric Internal Medicine. He lives and works in Denver, Colorado interacting with patients in all care settings. He has been on the faculty at the University of Utah since 1994 and involved in medicine for nearly 25 years.

He is frequently asked to medically manage the most difficult patients with dementia-related behaviors and help families gain insight into this disease process. Some of his best talents include educating staff about how to manage patients’ behaviors non-pharmacologically. Steven sits on the board of a national hospice group considering the “whole” care of patients with terminal illnesses. He does so to help families understand the palliative benefits hospice can provide a patient.

Just recently, Steven was asked by the Medical School at the University of Colorado to help direct a fellowship program in Geriatrics. He has also spoken at the distinguished and “invitation-only” Denver Pathological Society.

He is a published author and speaks locally to families and facilities needing guidance about managing behavioral issues. He has spoken nationally and internationally since 2003, providing his expertise in the area of dementia and pharmacology. He has also been graciously recognized for his compassionate and dedicated service in Geriatric Medicine in the community within which he serves.

Steven has been described as a “dynamic” educator and one of the most engaging presenters around. Don’t miss him!

Disclosures:

Financial: Steven Atkinson is receiving a fee for speaking at this educational activity. Steven owns stock in Pfizer and receives compensation for speaking for Novartis and Boehringer-Ingelheim. Steven is an author for PESI HealthCare and receives royalties.

Nonfinancial: Steven Atkinson has no relevant nonfinancial relationships to disclose.


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NOTE: Tuition includes one free CE Certificate (participant will be able to print the certificate of completion after completing the on-line post-test (80% passing score) and completing the evaluation). 

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Materials that are included in this course may include interventions and modalities that are beyond the authorized practice of your profession.  As a licensed professional, you are responsible for reviewing the scope of practice, including activities that are defined in law as beyond the boundaries of practice in accordance with and in compliance with your profession's standards.  

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Steven Atkinson, PA-C, MS, is a board-certified Physician Assistant specializing in Geriatric Internal Medicine. He practices medicine in the greater Minneapolis area. In addition to his private practice, he has been on the faculty at the University of Utah since 1994 and has been involved in medicine for over 30 years.

Steven is the co-founder of Twin Cities Physicians, which serves older adults at nearly all levels of their care. He has presented nationally for over 15 years, primarily speaking about geriatric-related syndromes.

Steven is the author of Geriatric Pharmacology: The Principals of Practice & Clinical Recommendations, Second Edition, and also sits on several boards whose purpose is to elevate the level of care in medicine for the patients they serve. Steven has been described as a “dynamic” educator and one of the most engaging presenters around.

 

Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Steven Atkinson is the founder and co-owner of Twin Cities Physicians and Midwest Geriatrics Services, and he is the owner of Mindful Geriatrics, LLC. He provides legal counseling services to medical professionals and receives compensation. Mr. Atkinson receives a fee for course development from Executive Links. He is adjunct faculty at the University of Utah. Mr. Atkinson receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from PESI, Inc. He owns stocks/shares in Moderna, Inc and was a previous stock/shares owner in Lilly. He has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Steven Atkinson is a member of the board for MDMA. He is a member of AMDA/PALTC, GMPA, and others. For a complete list, please contact info@pesi.com.


Target Audience

Social Workers, Nurses, Occupational Therapists & Occupational Therapy Assistants, Physical Therapists/Physical Therapist Assistants, Pharmacists and Physician Assistants

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Carolyn A

"As a hospital acute care PTA, I learned a great deal. Thank you "

Shirley S

"EXCELLENT....EXCELLENT... Please continue to have Steven Atkinson as a regular presenter...annually would be nice! His material was up to date and practical."

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