Our next internal medicine specialty is geriatrics; our geriatrics talk will be given by James, a final year medical student at Queen's University Belfast, during which he will cover geriatric conditions that commonly arise in the UKMLA. The case-led session should provide students with an opportunity to test and expand on their knowledge.
Description
Summary
This engaging teaching session, Peer2Peer: Geriatrics, is designed for medical professionals looking to deepen their knowledge on geriatric care. The session focuses on tackling unique challenges that come with treating older patients, understanding their specific needs and improving their quality of life. Join us to enhance your skills, knowledge and deliver better outcomes in the field of geriatrics.
Learning objectives
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Understand the unique health needs and considerations of geriatric patients: At the end of the session, participants should have a clear understanding of the specific health needs that are common in the geriatric population. This includes understanding the most common ailments they face and the challenges in diagnosing and treating these conditions.
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Familiarize with the multidisciplinary approach to geriatric care: Participants should learn the importance of a multidisciplinary approach when treating geriatric patients, including the roles various health care professionals play, from physicians and nurses to allied health professionals like physiotherapists and dieticians.
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Develop skills in geriatric assessment: The teaching session should enable participants to refine their skills in performing comprehensive geriatric assessments. This includes not only physical evaluations but also social, emotional and cognitive assessments.
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Understand the principles of geriatric pharmacotherapy: Participants will be taught the principles of geriatric pharmacotherapy, including the different drug interaction considerations that must be made when prescribing medications to older adults and the importance of medication reconciliation.
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Learn strategies for patient communication and decision-making: With the high prevalence of cognitive impairment in the geriatric population, it's important for healthcare providers to understand how to effectively communicate with these patients and make