Differentiate between dementia and other cognitive impairments.
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Assess sarcopenia and list appropriate strategies to alleviate the symptoms.
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Employ the process of prognostication when determining the management plans for geriatric patients.
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Identify screening tools for dementia in geriatric patients.
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Review the physiologic changes in the geriatric population that predispose to traumatic injuries and common mechanisms of trauma in the elderly.
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Discuss medical marijuana, new medications, deprescribing and other issues related to controlled substances.
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Discuss the medical and legal issues related to impaired driving.
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Discuss the role of nutrition in treating chronic conditions, malnutrition and dysphagia in the elderly.
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Discuss non-pharmacological pain management and behavioral issues in LTC and develop strategies for use with dementia patients.
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Describe infection control practices and antibiotic stewardship in LTC.
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Discuss diagnosis and management of common geriatric health conditions, including anemia and cancer.
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