Sleep and Dementia Part 2
This lecture (16:41 minutes) given by Dr. Sweta Tewary, Assistant Professor in the Department of Geriatrics at Nova Southeastern University, discusses sleep and dementia in older adults. By the end of this lecture, learners should be able to: (1) understand methods to improve sleep; and (2) summarize caregiver sleep study results. (Presentation slides are available as a PDF).
Source: South Florida Geriatrics Workforce Enhancement Program at Nova Southeastern University, 2021.
Deprescribing/Appropriate Prescribing Module
This lecture (41:58 minutes) given by Andrea Levin, PharmD, Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Practice at Nova Southeastern University College of Pharmacy, discusses safe medication use in older adults in order to maximize therapeutic benefit and reduce polypharmacy and adverse drug events. By the end of this lecture, learners should be able to: (1) describe the purpose of Beers Criteria; (2) describe the problems resulting from polypharmacy (e.g.
Telehealth and Telemedicine Part 1
This lecture (11:42 minutes) given by Drs. Steve Bronsburg, Arif M. Rana, and Michael Y. Shen is the first part to two-part series on telehealth and telemedicine sponsored by the South Florida Geriatric Workforce Enhancement Program at Nova Southeastern University. Part 1 discusses the current state telehealth and telemedicine and how it is used in various setting.
Telehealth and Telemedicine Part 2
This lecture (29:55 minutes) given by Drs. Steve Bronsburg, Arif M. Rana, and Michael Y. Shen is the second part to the lecture "Telehealth and Telemedicine" which is sponsored by the South Florida Geriatric Workforce Enhancement Program at Nova Southeastern University. The presentation discusses the current state telehealth and telemedicine and how it is used in various settings.
Impact of Chronic Conditions on Eye Health
This lecture (36:21 minutes) is presented by Dr. So Yeon Sharon Lee, Assistant Professor in the College of Optometry and Chief of Low Vision and Geriatric Service at Nova Southeastern University. Dr. Lee discusses the impact of chronic health conditions on eyes in the elderly population. By the end of this lecture, learners should be able to: (1) identify common causes of vision loss in elderly; (2) describe the effect of chronic use of systemic medications on eyes; (3) understand blindness and visual impairment; and (4) describe the impacts of vision loss.
Family Caregiving for Diverse Elders Resource Hub
The Diverse Elders Coalition has created a resource hub containing a new training curriculum for healthcare and social services providers. This curriculum will identify and address caregiving challenges faced by communities of color, LGBT communities, and American Indian/Alaska Native communities and offer tips and tools for providers looking to better serve diverse family caregivers and older adults. Free online trainings are available for organizations and community members to learn best practices in caregiving.
Source: Diverse Elders Coalition, 2021.
Geriatric Education Toolkits
The Minnesota Northstar Geriatrics Workforce Enhancement Program shares this resource page of peer-reviewed toolkits. These toolkits provide educators with interprofessional resources for teaching introductory aging content. This material is appropriate for undergraduate and graduate-level learners. Each module includes a digital learning activity that introduces the topic to students. Each toolkit also contains teaching and learning activities and resources. Faculty can select the activities that work best for their class.
Preceptor Resources
The Minnesota Northstar Geriatrics Workforce Enhancement Program shares this resource page for preceptors and clinicians working with health professional trainees in clinical settings. There is a collection of general preceptor resources and a collection of GeriPreceptor Tipsheets for teaching specific geriatric topics.
Are You Able To Assist Your Residents And Clients During Telehealth Appointments?
This lecture (26:42 minutes) sponsored by the South Florida Geriatric Workforce Enhancement Program at Nova Southeastern University is presented by Dayne DuVall, a nationally-certified Alzheimer's educator. He discusses successful tips for people working in senior living and home health to assist their residents and clients conduct telehealth appointments.
Medication Management
This lecture (14:39 minutes) given by Denise P. Kruszynski, Clinical Educator and Trainer for the HRSA funded Geriatrics Workforce Enhancement Program at Nova Southeastern University, discusses medication management in the 4M framework. By the end of this lecture, learners should be able to: (1) explain the 4M Framework; and (2) explain how prescribing medication applies to establishment of an age-friendly health system. (Presentation slides are available as a PDF).