: This course provides an overview of special needs of senior individuals involved with the physical, social, psychological, nutritional, and economic aspects of aging. As a healthcare professional, it is important to be aware of the various changes associated with aging and to assist patients in meeting needs and maintaining a high quality and healthy lifestyle.
: Though this course is self-paced, it is supported by a client adviser. Our client advisers are available to answer student questions and monitor student progress to ensure completion of the course. Motivating and encouraging students, the client adviser gives students inspiration to succeed.
Hide Syllabus
Lesson 1
Lesson 1: Overview of Aging
• Identify what age group is considered Geriatric
• Identify Physiological Changes Related to Aging
• Identify Issues Related to Sexuality and the Older Adult
Lesson 2: Basic Skills for Geriatric Caregivers
• Identify Measures to Promote and Maintain the Health of Geriatric Clients
• Identify Nutritional Needs as Affected by Aging
Lesson 3: Communication with the Older Adult
• Identify therapeutic communication measures
• Identify nonverbal communication measures
• Identify barriers to communication
Lesson 4: Meeting Safety Needs of Older Adults
• Identify risk factors for falls and preventable injuries
• Identify measures to promote safety of the older adult
• Identify medical resources for assistance related to safety emergencies
Lesson 5: Roles and Relationships
• Identify stressors associated with aging
• Identify effective coping mechanisms
• Identify symptoms of ineffective coping
• Identify the normal grief process
Hide Syllabus
buy 
Login/Create account
checkout
view cart (
0
)
