Behavioral Management in Alzheimer's Disease: An Evidence-Based Approach
This presentation (1:15:56 minutes) given by Susan M. McCurry discusses evidence-based practices for the care of people with dementia, focusing on neuropsychiatric behaviors.
Elder Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation in Primary care
This presentation (1:31:15 minutes) given by Kris Fredrickson discusses the different aspects of elder abuse, neglect and exploitation. By the end of this lecture, learners should be able to: (1) discuss the definition of vulnerable adult and the role of Adult Protective Services; (2) identify the type of abuse, neglect, and exploitation and the prevalence; (3) identify risk factors and abuser profiles; (4) discuss professional responsibility of mandated reporters and how to report; and (5) explain interventions available for older adults experiencing abuse, neglect or exploitation.
Common Skin Lesions in Older Adults
This presentation (1:02:45 minutes) given by Sarah Matthews discusses common skin lesions in older adults. By the end of this lecture, learners should be able to: (1) review skin changes related to aging; (2) discuss common benign skin lesions; and (3) differentiate various premalignant and malignant skin lesions. Presentation slides are available to download on the link. (Presentation starts at 1:10 minutes.)
Anemia in Older Adults
This lecture (1:09:37 minutes) given by Mengru "Ruru" Wang discusses anemia and the older adult population. By the end of this lecture, learners should be able to: (1) describe the implications of anemia in older adults; (2) describe common etiologies of anemia in older adults; (3) develop a framework to evaluate anemia in older adults; and (4) develop a framework to treat and monitor on iron deficiency and B12 deficiency anemia. Presentation slides are available to download on the link. (Presentation starts at 1:17 minutes)
Clinical Prevention in Older Adults
This lecture (1:13:02 minutes) given by Amy Wilkerson and Cindy Burdick discusses clinical prevention in older adults. By the end of this lecture, learners should be able to: (1) understand a framework for prevention and apply to older adults; (2) learn where to go for prevention recommendations for older adults; (3) learn some key concepts in what makes prevention different in older adults and how to apply these; and (4) apply 'Two Experts Model' of Shared Decision Making. Presentation slides are available to download on the link. (Presentation starts at 2:00 minutes)
Mobility in an Age Friendly Health System
This lecture (59:55 minutes) given by Dr. Andrea Schwartz discusses mobility specifically in an age friendly health system. By the end of this lecture, learners should be able to: (1) describe how mobility relates to each of the 4Ms of an Age Friendly Health System initiative including Mind, Medications, and What Matters; (2) list examples of and evidence based tools for Assessing and Acting On Mobility in an Age Friendly Health System; and (3) identify opportunities to address mobility and Age Friendly principles in your clinical care.
Mental Health for the Geriatric Patient 101
This lecture (50:21 minutes) given by Shaun Chatelain and Allison Peet discusses mental health in geriatric patients. By the end of this lecture, learners should be able to: (1) understand the concepts underlying geriatric mental health care; (2) review mental health as part of the comprehensive geriatric assessment; and (3) understand pharmacotherapy and non-pharmacologic management.
Optimizing Your Home Telehealth Visit
This lecture (48:25 minutes) given by Dr. Kimberly Shea discusses how to optimize your home telehealth visit. By the end of this lecture, learners should be able to discuss: (1) telehealth advantages to improving patient care while always seeking to improve the quality and delivery of healthcare; (2) domains to consider for a comprehensive assessment; (3) opportunities to improve personalized care when using telehealth; and (4) Application of Comprehensive Patient Assessment for using Telehealth in the Home (CPATH) domains.
Aging of Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD)
This lecture (52:35 minutes) given by Dr. Lieke van Heumen introduces the topic of aging of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Dr. Heumen also discusses the challenges associated with aging in this specific population as well as support services available.
Opioids in the Elderly
This presentation (1:18:59 minutes) given by Carol Crawford discusses pain, pain management, and the use of opioids in older adults. By the end of this presentation, learners should be able to: (1) understand the role of opioids in pain management of older adults; (2) discuss age-related issues and potential complications when selecting specific opioids for older adults; and (3) apply screening and monitoring guidelines when prescribing opioids for older adults. Presentation slides are available to download on the link. (Presentation starts at 1:10 minutes.)