Complete Geriatric Course Outline

Section I | Differentiating Dementias

Distinguishing the various types of dementia is often difficult. This session provides tools to appropriately screen patients with dementia, along with discussions of the most effective interventions to improve the care you provide.

Normal vs. Abnormal Aging
Types of Dementias
Alzheimer's Disease

Parkinson's Disease Dementia
Substance-Induced Neurocognitive Disorder
Pharmacological Management

Section II | Geriatric Pharmacology: Tools for the Healthcare Professional

For geriatric patients taking more than eight medications, the statistical chance of a drug-drug interaction or adverse event is 100%! For those experiencing an adverse drug event, one-third will be hospitalized. This session will provide straightforward tools to develop age-sensitive principles for medication dosing and management.

Drug Utilization Amongst the Elderly
Clinical Pharmacological Issues in the Elderly

Tools for Deprescribing

Section III | Pain Management in the Elderly

This presentation will review the different categories of controlled substances and their appropriate use in geriatric patients. Explore special considerations and tools to aid in prescribing and managing pain in the geriatric patient.

The Challenges Associated with Controlled Substances

Pain Control... Is Every Patient’s RIGHT

Section IV | Managing Geriatric Behaviors: Wandering, Aggression, Malnutrition, and More

Behaviors such as wandering, aggression, and anxiety can pose significant barriers to the delivery of essential care. Geriatric syndromes such as malnutrition, dehydration, and insomnia can diminish the quality of life and threaten independence. This session will explore the most frequent problematic behaviors and discuss strategies to improve the care you provide to your geriatric patients.

Wandering
Physical Aggression
Inappropriate Sexual Behaviors

Eating Issues & Nutrition in Elders with Dementia
Sleepless Nights & Sundowning
Professional Issues

Section V | Geriatric Emergencies

A high-energy, dynamic session filled with interesting case studies, insightful discussions, and interactive learning You will leave with practical techniques that you can apply right away — if you work with geriatric patients, you don't want to miss this!

Physiological Changes in Aging
Common Underlying Chronic Illness
Cardiovascular Emergencies
Pulmonary Emergencies

Cerebrovascular Emergencies
Orthopedic Emergencies
Abdominal Emergencies

Section VI | Healthy Brain, Healthy Mind: Beyond Longevity

Tie all that we know about the longest-living elders to understand not only their longevity secrets but also their health wisdom. Learn about extending a life filled with vibrant health, happiness, and meaning.

Self-Efficacy Beliefs
10 Ways to Love Your Brain

The Power of 9

Frequently Asked Questions

This self-paced online training will enhance the careers of Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Nurse Specialists, Physician Assistants, Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants, Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Assistants, Speech-Language Pathologists, Social Workers, Physicians, and Nursing Home Administrators… or anyone looking to gain the skills and the confidence to help their geriatric patients, or loved ones, age with grace.

Get proven management strategies from a trusted geriatric expert that you can easily put into practice no matter your department, specialty, or setting!

This course fulfills the educational requirements to become an Evergreen Certified Dementia Care Specialist (ECDCS) through Evergreen Certifications. Click here for more information about the certification process.

Get Certified and Go Further
With this comprehensive training, you can become an Evergreen Certified Dementia Care Specialist (ECDCS) to show your employer, patients, patients' families, and fellow professionals your commitment to staying up to date on dementia care best practices. Professional Reputation and Credibility
Distinguish yourself from your peers and increase your opportunities for career advancement and earning potential. Certification is a personal accomplishment and an unbiased barometer of your skills.

Patient Trust
Provide assurance to your patients and their families when you display your certification. When you complete your certification, they can be confident you are providing them with the best tools and strategies for improving clinical outcomes.

With more than 14 hours of online video training, insightful commentary, case studies, and examples, you will take away powerful new clinical strategies to immediately apply in your own practice! We encourage you to take the time to fully absorb everything. Watch the videos. Read the materials. Get your CE hours! But, if you review all of the course materials and are still not satisfied, give us a call at 800-844-8260. Your satisfaction is guaranteed.

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