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A Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment

Product code: M242    Copyright © 2006
    

The program provides a comprehensive overview of how to perform a thouough assessment of the geriatric patient. It includes step-by-step guidance on taking a health history, performing a functional assessment, conducting a complete physical exam, assessing mental status and taking an inventory of medications.

Aging - The Natural Process

Product code: M203        Reviewed for accuracy: 2006

Overview:

Package includes 1 video and 20 workbooks.

This program takes a look at the changes that occur naturally to the various systems of the human body as a person ages, and describes actions that can be taken to maximize and maintain their functionality. The material is organized around the following categories:

• Cardiovascular System


• Respiratory System


• Musculoskeletal System


• Central Nervous System


• Gastrointestinal System


• Genitourinary System


• Integumentary System


• Touch and Pain


• Vision


• Hearing


• Emotions

Alzheimer's Disease: Part 1 Coping with Confusion

Product code: A2129        

Overview:

Stresses specific interventions for problems of personal hygiene, nutrition, exercise, incontinence, wandering, communication, and agitation.

Approach to Urinary Incontinence in the Elderly

Product code: A2144        

Overview:

Takes a straightforward approach to the examination of bladder mechanics and functional status in the assessment and treatment of urinary incontinence in elderly patients. Defines urinary incontinence. Suggests a dual approach to treatment, functional status and the Katz ADL scale to determine patient ability to participate in activities of daily living. Covers everything in treatment from simple approaches, such as exercise, to scheduling more complex use of drug therapy and surgery.

Caring for the Alzheimer's Resident: A Day in the Life of Nancy Moore

Product code: 78309        

Overview:

Nurse's Aide, Nancy Moore, relates the customized patient skills needed in caring for Alzheimer's residents. As she progresses through her daily routine, the critical role of the nurse's aide in determining the quality of care is emphasized, as well as the importance of maintaining the patient's dignity and independence.

Functional Assessment of the Elderly, Part 1: Cognitive and Special Senses

Product code: A2130        

Overview:

Helps nurses recognize age-related physiological changes, including a decline in vision or hearing and changes in cognitive and emotional capabilities. Defines skills and relates them to the corresponding activities of daily life: reading, writing, spending money, taking medication, and using the telephone.

Functional Assessment of the Elderly, Part 2: Activities of Daily Living

Product code: A2139        

Overview:

Shows how to assess an elderly client's functions after age-related and pathophysiological changes have occured. Teaches how to use assessment data to plan appropriate nursing interventions. Covers eating, ambulating, toileting and grooming, climbing stairs, shopping, keeping house, interacting with others, and traveling. Examines the cardiovascular, respiratory, neuromuscular, gastrointestinal, and genitourinary systems and their effect on such functions.

Gerontology: Meeting Mental Health Needs

Product code: M098        Reviewed for accuracy: 2009

Overview:

Explains the five steps of the nursing process in an assessment of normal and abnormal mental changes of aging.

Gerontology: Meeting Mobility, Sexual and Nutritional Needs

Product code: M100        Reviewed for accuracy: 2009

Overview:

Compassionately deals with helping the elderly maintain their independence, intimacy and optimal health status.

Gerontology: Meeting Oxygenation, Fluid and Electrolyte Needs

Product code: M099        Reviewed for accuracy: 2009

Overview:

Focuses on the nurse's role in meeting specific needs of the elderly affected with common illnesses.

I'm Pretty Old

Product code: 78308        

Overview:

The reflections and comments of several older residents in a long term care facility emphasize what it is like to give up some of their independence as they experience increased physical frailty. This is an excellent resource for professionals dealing with older patients.

Medication Use by the Elderly: Implications for Nurses

Product code: A2217        Reviewed for accuracy: 2006

Overview:

Shows proper procedures for taking the history; explains how physiological aging affects drug absorption, distribution, metabolism and excretion; and covers principles of prescribing for the elderly. Drug interactions and food/drug interaction are addressed as well as certain problematic drugs for the elderly.

Nutritional Assessment of the Elderly

Product code: A2143        

Overview:

Correct assessment is a multidimensional process which requires a detailed history as well as specific physical and biochemical measurements. This program examines components of the process, with reference to the need for nutritional intervention in elderly patients.

Principles of Geriatrics

Product code: A2140        

Overview:

This discussion describes what is unique about the medical problems of the elderly. The program lists the most common diagnoses and conditions, and identifies the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary for optimal care.

Recognizing Elder Abuse: Working Together To Keep Residents Safe

Product code: M217        

Overview:

This program describes the importance of recognizing elder abuse, both assist in the patient's continuing care and to avoid legal implications.

Objectives:

After completing this course, the learner should be able to:

• Describe types and signs of elder abuse.
• Identify factors that put elders at risk of becoming abused.
• Identify factors that put caregivers at risk of becoming abusive.
• Describe the steps that should be taken if elder abuse is suspected.
• Identify when reporting is necessary, and how and where to report suspected abuse.

Urinary Incontinence in Adults

Product code: M146        Reviewed for accuracy: 2009

Overview:

Between 15-30% of all adults over the age of 60 suffer from urinary incontinence (UI). This program covers the causes and types of UI, how to identify and evaluate, and treatment options.