Geriatric Cross Cover Challenges
University of California, San Francisco, School of Medicine
University of California, San Francisco, School of Medicine
POGOe Id:
20545
Posted: 11/19/2009
Updated: 11/19/2009
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Abstract:
This is a brief (30 minute) interactive power point presentation that is intended to help 4th year students and new interns approach common geriatric challenges on call nights, focusing on foley catheters, delirium, restraints, and falls.
Educational objectives:
By the end of this talk, the learner should be able to: -Discuss the basic approach to the evaluation and management of falls, delirium, and incontinence in the cross cover setting -Discuss the indications for restraints and foley catheters -Discuss the evidence base for these approaches -Discuss the prevalence and impact of each of these issues
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Estimated time to complete:
30 minutes
NLM Citation:
Dr. C. Bree Johnston. Geriatric Cross Cover Challenges. POGOe - Portal of Geriatric Online Education; 2009 Available from: http://www.pogoe.org/productid/20545
APA Citation:
Dr. C. Bree Johnston. (2009). Geriatric Cross Cover Challenges. POGOe - Portal of Geriatric Online Education. Retrieved April 05, 2013 from http://www.pogoe.org/productid/20545