Full course description
Description
This training focuses on identifying, preventing, and managing delirium in older adults. Delirium is a common yet under-recognized condition in hospitalized and post-acute care settings, often leading to poor outcomes such as functional decline, cognitive impairment, and increased mortality. This session covers risk factors, screening tools, non-pharmacologic interventions, and treatment strategies to improve care for older adults.
Target Audience
This training is designed for healthcare providers, nurses, social workers, caregivers, and hospital staff who work with older adults in inpatient, post-acute, and long-term care settings.
Learning Outcomes
After completing this training, you will be able to:
- Differentiate delirium from dementia using key clinical features.
- Identify common risk factors and triggers for delirium in older adults.
- Implement evidence-based prevention strategies, such as the Hospital Elder Life Program (HELP).
- Apply appropriate management strategies, including non-pharmacologic interventions and medication considerations.