Study Guide

Objective

The student:

Has an understanding of normal aging

Can assess the elderly patient's health, abilities and resources as well as support the person's choices regarding health and well-being

Can as part of an interprofessional team plan, execute, evaluate, document and report on a person-centered/client centered care in collaboration with the patient and relatives and demonstrate a reflective and ethical approach in care

Has expertise in care of the elderly and has knowledge of central geriatric illnesses, care chains and service system

Master evidence-based care methods and appropriate medication management

Can perform clinical examinations, functional measurements and treatments

Content

The needs, characteristics and quality of life of the elderly from the perspective of the person / patient

Chain of care and service system

Coping/adaptation

Partnership and counseling

Caring for close relatives

Ethical decision making

The aged patient's health problems

Nutritional needs, status and recommendations

Adequate medication management

Geriatric technology

Geriatric illnesses, multi illness and memory disorder

Evidence-based care

Care chains and service types, elderly care

Systematic assessment of functional states, disabilities and health and the use of tests and gauges

Evaluation scale

H-5

Qualifications

No preliminary requirements