75+ Health assessments – What you need to know

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In this episode:

  • Timely health assessments for patients 75 years and older, and vulnerable older adults are key
  • Nurses do care plans regularly for patients 75 years and older, the same should be linked with health assessments
  • Front-of-house clinic staff should articulate the value of health assessments, as they often notice first signs of dementia in the elderly
  • Patient audits should be conducted to identify improvements needed in health assessments of the elderly

 

Experts: Dr Chris Bollen, General Practitioner
Jane Bollen, Primary Care Registered Nurse

Host: Dr Marita Long, GP and Medical Educator

Total time: 25 mins

 

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Last Updated: 7 Nov, 2024

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