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Steven Atkinson – Comprehensive Geriatric Course
The elderly population is growing rapidly as the majority of baby boomers are reaching geriatric age. Every healthcare professional must know how to deal with the special concerns of older adults in their care. Geriatrics is a field on its own, but many of us haven’t had extensive training on the nuances and complexity that make treatment challenging!
In this self-Geriatric specialist, online, paced course Steven Atkinson, PA-C, MS, will walk you through the normal changes and the abnormalities of aging, giving you the knowledge that you need. Improve the quality of your care. Steven An exceptional educator, with high standards.-It is an energetic, passionate and dynamic training course and he looks forward to sharing his expertise. This course is engaging, practical and insightful…packed full of unforgettable case studies These resources will help you to understand important concepts and to provide new ways to care for your elderly patients.
Learn management strategies and other information to improve your understanding of this rapidly growing population.
- Alzheimer’s Disease & Dementias
- Geriatric Pharmacology
- Pain Management
- Managing Challenging Behaviors
- Geriatric Emergencies
- You can put these practical tips and tools into action immediately!
PLUS, you will be able to access a pre-recorded Q&A call with Steven Atkinson, PA-C, MS Himself!
Video Segment 1: Differentiating Dementias
It can be difficult to distinguish between different types of dementia. This session will provide tools for screening dementia patients and discuss the best ways to improve your care.
Video Segment 2: Geriatric Pharmacology
Geriatric patients with more than five medications have a statistical chance of getting a new drug.-To-Drug interaction or adverse events are 100% A third of patients who experience an adverse drug effect will require additional treatment. This session will give you simple tools to help older adults who are taking multiple medications.
Video Segment 3 – Pain Management for the Elderly
This presentation will discuss the various controlled substances and how they can be used in the care of the elderly. Considerations and tools for managing and prescribing pain in the elderly patient will be discussed.
Video Segment 4: Managing Geriatric Behaviors
The delivery of essential healthcare can be hindered by behaviors like aggression, wandering and anxiety. Geriatric Syndromes like malnutrition and dehydration can affect quality of life and make it difficult to live independently. This session will discuss the most common problematic behaviors and strategies for improving the care you give to your geriatric patients.
Video Segment 5: Geriatric Emergencies
This high-The session is lively and energetic, filled with case studies, interesting 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!
Video Segment 6 – Top Ten Medicines to Avoid in the Geriatric Patient
To ensure safe prescribing for the elderly patient, review medication dosing guidelines. The top ten drugs to avoid and the best alternatives.
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Steven Atkinson, PA-C, MS, A Board Certified Physician Assistant who specializes in Geriatric Internal Medicine. His clinical experience is vast. He is also a recipient of a generous award for his compassion and dedication to the community in which he works.
He is frequently called upon to assist with the medical management of patients with dementia.-help families understand the disease process. His greatest talents are his ability to educate staff on how to manage different patient behaviors.-pharmacologically. Steven Sits on the Board of a National Hospice Group. “whole” Patient with terminal illness. This is to assist families in understanding the palliative benefits that hospice can offer patients.
Recent developments have seen Steven The University of Colorado asked him to direct a fellowship in Geriatrics. He has also spoken at the prestigious and “invitation-only” Denver Pathological Society. He also continues his involvement as a University of Utah professor.
He is a published author, and speaks to local families and facilities looking for guidance on managing behavioral problems. He has been speaking nationally and internationally in 2003 to share his expertise in the areas dementia, behavior, and pharmacology.-These are related topics. Steven A description of the property is “a…” “dynamic” A highly engaging speaker and educator.
Learning that fits YOUR schedule:
Chat boards and forums allow you to interact and collaborate with other professionals online. Participants enjoy sharing ideas, asking for questions, and networking with their peers.
You can complete your CE tests online once you have completed each module. Once you are done, you will be able to access your CE certificates immediately. Earn up to 13.2 CE Hours
Here’s What You Will Get In Steven Atkinson – Comprehensive Geriatric Course
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Course Features
- Lectures 1
- Quizzes 0
- Duration Lifetime access
- Skill level All levels
- Students 0
- Assessments Yes
