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Functional Assessment

Functional Assessment

Author(s):  
Rosemary Laird, Mary McDonald, MD
Sponsor: 
AAMC/John A. Hartford Foundation
John A. Hartford Foundation
POGOe Id: 
18790
Date Posted: 
08/24/2009
Date Reviewed/Updated for Clinical Accuracy: 
08/24/2009
Abstract: 

An interactive web module for self study developed for medical students. Introduces a mnemonic system to recall the components of the comprehensive geriatric assessment.

Educational objectives: 

Overview of the components of the comprehensive geriatric assessment including the use of screening tools. Upon completion of the module, the learner will be able to: 1) List the components of the comprehensive geriatric assessment. 2) Suggest appropriate screening tools to aid in the assessment.

Additional information/Special implementation requirements or guidelines: 

This product has been used by approximately 1,400 3rd year medical students at University of Kansas School of Medicine.

Content Categories: 
Contact Person/Corresponding Author:
Mary McDonald, MD


Suggested Citation:
Rosemary Laird and Mary McDonald, MD. Functional Assessment. POGOe - Portal of Geriatrics Online Education; 2009 Available from: https://pogoe.org/productid/18790

Comments

Submitted by lovanio on

Great case study and example of CGA!