Introduction to Geriatric Nursing

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​Geriatric nursing draws on knowledge about complex factors that affect the health of older adults. Older adults are more likely than younger adults to have one or more chronic health conditions, such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, cancer, arthritis, hearing, impairment, or forms of dementia, such as Alzheimer’s disease. Also, drug metabolism changes with aging, adding to the complexity of health needs. Geriatric care nurses work in a variety of settings, including acute care hospitals, rehabilitation, nursing homes (also known as long term care homes and skilled nursing facilities), assisted living facilities, retirement homes, community health agencies, and the patient’s home. Depending on the health conditions of an elderly determines what type of facility one should reside in. 

At the end of the lesson you will be able to:

1. Understand the scope of geriatric nursing
2. Identify the physical changes among older adults
3. Understand the psychological and behavioral changes of aging
4. Understand the socio-cultural aspect of aging

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