The purpose of this program is to inform nurses about cognitive disorders. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Understand differences in types of dementia
• Describe diagnosis and treatment of amnesic disorders
• Describe delirium, and differences from dementias
• Discuss nursing care for cognitive impaired patients

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about  genomics in community cardiac health. After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Discuss cardiac issues in the elderly
• Describe evaluation and treatment issues

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about  geriatric ethical and legal issues. After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Explain Heath Insurance Portability and Accountability Act
• Discuss informed consent; Explain advanced directives
• Describe healthcare reimbursement types; Explain the constituents of the nurse practice act
• Describe the Americans with Disabilities Act

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about  geriatric gastrointestinal health. After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Discuss changes that occur in the gastrointestinal tract aging occurs
• Describe the processes behind diarrhea and constipation
• Define fecal impaction and fecal incontinence
• Discuss the importance of nutrition and hydration in the elderly
• Describe some chronic conditions of the stomach

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about  geriatric genitourinary health. After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Discuss age-related urinary tract changes
• Describe types of incontinence
• Discuss conditions that affect the urinary tract of the elderly
• Describe different urinary carcinomas
• Describe different types of sexual dysfunction
• Describe the effect of aging on renal function

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about  geriatric health conditions. After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Describe some common musculoskeletal conditions
• Describe some common metabolic and endocrine conditions
• Present some common skin problems in the elderly
• Describe sensory problems that effect the aging population

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about  geriatric health evolution. After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Describe the stages of death and dying
• Illustrate the concepts of grief and loss
• Develop an understanding of life transitions in the elderly
• Describe culture, ethnic and spiritual diversity in the elderly
• Addictions in the elderly population; and develop understanding of abuse and elder neglect

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about  geriatric health promotion and wellness. After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Define health promotion, protection, and disease prevention
• Describe health care barriers to health promotion
• Illustrate patient barriers to health promotion
• Define primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about  geriatric hematology and immunologic health. After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Discuss different types of anemia’s
• Describe common luekemias; discuss HIV vs. AIDS
• Describe immunosuppressive conditions and infections

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about  geriatric neurological and mental health. After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Describe changes in the neurological system in the elderly
• Describe neurological conditions that affect the elderly
• Describe dementia
• Discuss the impact of mental health conditions on the elderly person’s quality of life

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about  geriatric nursing role. After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Explain the geriatric nursing process
• Describe tools available to nurses to help assess the aging client
• Discuss how to set patient goals; develop patient specific plans of care
• Establish guidelines for interventions; and describe how to evaluate patient outcomes

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about  geriatric pulmonary health. After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Define some common respiratory terminology
• Describe the affects of aging on the pulmonary system
• Describe current treatment and management options
• Describe common pulmonary conditions: chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder, pneumonia, lung cancer, tuberculosis, restrictive airway disease, and allergies

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about introduction to geriatric nursing.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to - 

• Define geriatrics
• Describe aging process
• Illustrate techniques used to communicate with the elderly
• Describe techniques used to educate the elderly patient
• Role of a geriatric nurse