PAS 7702 GERIATRIC MEDICINE (1)

The Geriatric course will integrate the epidemiology, risk factors (including genetics, as applicable), the pathophysiology of aging, signs and symptoms, history and physical findings, laboratory and diagnostic tests, differential diagnosis, pharmacology and pharmacotherapeutics management, non-pharmacotherapy treatment, possible complications, prevention measures, prognosis, patient education, referral, and follow-up of emergent and non-emergent disorders encountered in elderly patients. Learners will develop their skills to perform the following: vision, hearing, cognitive function, depression, and osteoporosis screenings, functional, nutritional, and fall assessments. Learners will gain an understanding of how to discuss palliative and end-of-life care planning and fill out a Physician Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment) POLST. Learners will complete the Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) adult certification during this course.